The Bot Got Your Job: The Reality of AI Tech Layoffs in 2026 S1 EP21

In this episode of Bot Boundaries, co‑hosts Jackie and Katie explore the impact of AI on tech layoffs, workforce transformation, and ethical considerations. They analyze recent trends, company strategies, and future opportunities for workers and leaders in the AI-driven era. They also dig into how some companies can shift their strategies toward a more human‑centered approach and how that opens the door to real opportunities around workforce reskilling and the rising value of soft skills.Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bot-boundaries/id1867232401Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4TLKXXC3qnZ48UGkaT8DsQ?si=d026514efbc14203Watch on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@botboundariesFollow us on Instagram: @BotBoundariesFollow us on TikTok: @BotBoundariesFollow us on LinkedIn: @BotBoundariesOur website: www.botboundaries.comChapters00:00 The Impact of AI on Tech Layoffs05:57 Who is Affected by Layoffs?11:36 The Future of Work in an AI-Driven World17:00 Corporate Responsibility and Transparency22:22 Opportunities for Growth and ReskillingReference links to explore key topics discussed in this episode: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/24/20k-job-cuts-at-meta-microsoft-raise-concern-of-ai-labor-crisis-.html https://tech.yahoo.com/general/article/tech-layoffs-2026-over-96000-employees-have-been-laid-off-this-year-across-oracle-amazon-meta-disney-snap-and-more-144545855.html https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/24/20k-job-cuts-at-meta-microsoft-raise-concern-of-ai-labor-crisis-.html https://medium.com/@WinTK-Bangladesh/snap-fired-1-000-people-ai-got-their-jobs-the-stock-jumped-6da676323aa9