Blockbuster Layoffs: AI Enters Its Villain Era
Podcast: Generative AI 101Published On: Thu Mar 12 2026
Description: Host Emily Laird cracks open Block’s massive layoffs and the slick AI storyline wrapped around them. This episode digs into whether AI really swung the axe, or just gave Wall Street a shinier excuse to clap like seals at feeding time. From productivity gains to investor hype, it is a sharp, funny look at how “efficiency” became the corporate Infinity Gauntlet. Join the AI Weekly Meetups Connect with Us: If you enjoyed this episode or have questions, reach out to Emily Laird on LinkedIn. Stay tuned for more insights into the evolving world of generative AI. And remember, you now know more about Block's layoffs. Connect with Emily Laird on LinkedIn
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