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Cisco Systems Announces Significant Workforce Reduction, Plans to Cut 6,000 Jobs
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Cisco Systems Announces Significant Workforce Reduction, Plans to Cut 6,000 Jobs

More news - News 24 hours Cisco Systems, a leading developer of computer networking solutions based in San Jose, California, said it will reduce its workforce by 7 percent, marking its second significant reduction this year. The decision means about 6,000 job losses from its 84,900-person workforce as of July 2023. Earlier this year, Cisco had already cut its workforce by 4,000. Despite the job cuts, Cisco reported net income of $2.16 billion for the latest quarter, a 45 percent decline from the previous year, with revenue falling 10 percent to $13.64 billion. However, those numbers still beat expectations set by Wall Street, sending Cisco's stock price up nearly 6 percent in after-hours trading. Cisco’s move reflects broader trends in the technology industry, where co...
Elon Musk amplifies his support for Donald Trump through Platform X.
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Elon Musk amplifies his support for Donald Trump through Platform X.

Related media - Breaking news Tech mogul Elon Musk has stepped up his public support for Donald Trump, using his social media platform, X, as a key vehicle for political endorsement. Musk’s support for Trump, which has grown significantly following a recent assassination attempt against the former president, now includes the formation of a PAC to support Trump’s political efforts and publicly criticize his opponents. In a notable move, Musk scheduled a live event with Trump on X for Monday, signaling deeper engagement with the political landscape through his platform. The event is part of Musk’s broader strategy to leverage X not just as a social media tool but as a platform for political influence and engagement. The convergence of Musk’s tech influence and political ...
Meta modifies oversight of Trump’s social media profiles
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Meta modifies oversight of Trump’s social media profiles

More news - News 24 hours Meta is set to change some restrictions previously imposed on the Facebook and Instagram profiles of Donald Trump, the former president of the United States. Initially, in response to his comments praising the actions of those involved in the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, Meta suspended Trump’s social media accounts indefinitely. However, in early 2023, these platforms reinstated his accounts with a promise to closely monitor any further infractions that could lead to additional suspensions lasting anywhere from a month to two years. As Trump actively campaigns against current US President Joe Biden, aiming to return to the presidency, Meta has decided to ease the increased scrutiny it previously applied to its accounts. The company expressed in a recent...
Tech glitches trigger widespread disruption, small businesses hit hard
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Tech glitches trigger widespread disruption, small businesses hit hard

Related media - News 24 hours NEW YORK — Following a faulty software update in Vienna, widespread technology disruptions continued at several airports around the world, causing a significant spike in flight cancellations. According to FlightAware, the United States saw a significant increase in domestic and international flight cancellations, totaling 758, exceeding the numbers typically seen on peak holiday days, with Delta Air Lines the hardest hit. Delta alone accounted for 626 of these cancellations, which represents about 83% of the total cancellations reported. Delta CEO Ed Bastian told passengers that the airline is moving forward to resume normal operations following this setback. He explained that the disruption has led to more than 3,500 cancellations across Delta ...
State officials urge Elon Musk to tackle AI-powered misinformation on social media platform X
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State officials urge Elon Musk to tackle AI-powered misinformation on social media platform X

More news - Latest news In Washington, the secretaries of state of five US states have asked billionaire Elon Musk to dismantle an artificial intelligence-based chatbot on his social media platform X, criticizing it for spreading inaccurate information about the upcoming November 5 elections. Why is it important? Social media platforms, particularly X, have come under intense scrutiny for spreading misinformation and conspiracy theories, including incorrect details about the election and voter eligibility. The proliferation of AI-generated content is a growing concern in Washington, especially because it has the potential to influence voter behavior in upcoming presidential and legislative elections. Since acquiring the platform formerly known as Twitter in 2022, Musk has faced criti...
Autistic Employees Revolutionize Workplace Accommodations
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Autistic Employees Revolutionize Workplace Accommodations

More news - Breaking news When Chelsia Potts took her 10-year-old daughter to a psychologist for an evaluation for autism spectrum disorder, she decided, almost as an afterthought, to get tested herself. The results were surprising: Like her daughter, Ms. Potts was diagnosed with autism. At 35, Ms. Potts thought she was dealing with anxiety or something else. A first-generation college graduate, she had earned a Ph.D. in education and become a high-level administrator at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. After seeing a psychologist, she had to figure out how this diagnosis would affect her work life. “I was confused at first and kept it a secret,” Ms. Potts said. “I had an image of what an autistic person looked like, and it didn’t look like me.” She reflected on the ways she had com...