Amazon Fires 30,000. Is AI to Blame?

Plus, Tesla, Google, Grubhub Hacked!

January 23, 2026

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Breaking News: Amazon has announced another massive round of layoffs — 30,000 employees, after already cutting 14,000 last year. The company points to artificial intelligence as a major factor, saying new AI tools are making many corporate roles unnecessary.

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📢 Today's Headline:

  • Amazon Axes 30K Jobs!

  • Google Photos Adds Meme Mode!

  • Microsoft Revives Classics With AI Magic!

  • Tesla, Google, Grubhub Hacked!

  • Latest AI Tools & Resources!

  • Today’s Poll and Results!

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The biggest retailer on earth is cutting tens of thousands of workers, and the reason points straight at AI.

  • 30,000 roles gone: Amazon says new AI systems are making corporate jobs “redundant.”

  • Microsoft admits AI now writes 30% of its code — proof that automation is scaling fast.

  • Amazon plans to double product sales by 2033 without expanding its U.S. workforce.

This comes after 14,000 layoffs last year, showing a clear pattern — AI isn’t just assisting, it’s replacing.

⚠️ The takeaway: If Amazon believes fewer humans are needed, the ripple effect could hit every industry. The tension isn’t just about efficiency — it’s about whether AI is creating opportunity or erasing livelihoods.

👀 Quick insight: The smartest move right now? Upskill into areas where AI is a tool, not a replacement — think prompt engineering, AI oversight, and creative strategy.

The latest Google Photos experiment turns your face into internet culture — AI-powered and ready to share.

  • Me Meme feature lets you drop your selfie into classic meme templates or upload your own.

  • Images stay private unless you choose to share — Google is framing this as “fun, optional creativity.”

  • Joins other AI tools like Remix, Collage, and Photo-to-Video, signaling Google’s push to make Photos a creative hub.

Rolling out experimentally in the US on Android and iOS, the tool was first spotted in late 2025 and is now surfacing widely.

✅ Why it matters: Memes are the language of the internet. By embedding meme-making directly into Google Photos, Google is lowering the barrier for everyday users to participate in online culture — without needing third-party apps. This is another step in AI moving from productivity to personal expression.

👀 Quick tip: If you’re testing it, use a well-lit, front-facing selfie for the best results — the AI needs clarity to nail the meme vibe.

Two of Windows’ most old-school apps are being reimagined with AI, turning nostalgia into next-gen creativity.

  • Paint is testing AI image generation, letting you sketch or type prompts to instantly create visuals.

  • Notepad is evolving into more than text — it’s experimenting with AI-powered “coloring book” modes for playful creativity.

  • These updates hint at Microsoft’s strategy: embedding AI into everyday tools, not just flashy new apps.

Microsoft has been steadily upgrading its default apps in Windows 11, from Photos to Clipchamp. Now, even the simplest tools are becoming AI playgrounds.

✅ Why it matters: This is a signal that AI isn’t just for coders or designers — it’s coming for the apps everyone uses daily. By making Paint and Notepad smarter, Microsoft is normalizing AI as part of the default Windows experience. That’s huge for adoption.

👀 Quick tip: If you’re experimenting with AI in Paint, start with simple prompts (“sunset over mountains”) and layer edits manually — AI gives you the base, you add the personality.

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