Tech Talent in Turbulence as AI Reshapes the Job Market
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Tech companies have slashed thousands of high‑paying roles after post‑pandemic over-hiring, with Statista data showing over 100,000 tech jobs lost in the first four months of 2026. LinkedIn also reports weaker entry‑level hiring, while the average experience at top firms rises to 8.5 years, signaling a tightening labor market for tech workers as AI initiatives accelerate.
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