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NASA opens JPL to new management, inviting bids to replace Caltech after 70 years
space18 hours ago

NASA opens JPL to new management, inviting bids to replace Caltech after 70 years

NASA announced it will solicit bids to operate the Jet Propulsion Laboratory when Caltech's 68-year management contract ends in 2028, marking the biggest leadership shakeup in JPL's history. As a federally funded R&D center, JPL has faced cost pressures amid a booming private space sector, and NASA seeks a cheaper operator—potential bidders include Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and universities such as Caltech. The change could preserve JPL's robotic-mission legacy while shifting efficiency and work culture, though funding and missions remain controlled by Congress and NASA HQ.

via Jalopnik|
#bids#caltech#jpl
Coinbase bets on AI-driven 'one-person teams' after 14% cut
business20 days ago

Coinbase bets on AI-driven 'one-person teams' after 14% cut

Coinbase is cutting 14% of its workforce and scrapping traditional 'pure managers' in favor of AI-powered 'one-person teams' where managers oversee 15+ direct reports and fleets of AI agents. An AI-generated day-in-the-life imagines rapid, meeting-free decisions by AI with human roles focused on design/PM tasks, raising questions about trust, transparency, and the future of work at Coinbase.

via Business Insider|
#ai#business#coinbase
Tech layoffs spur AI-augmented 'player-coach' managers
business21 days ago

Tech layoffs spur AI-augmented 'player-coach' managers

With ongoing tech layoffs and leaner orgs, middle managers are being cut or transformed into hands-on leaders who also supervise AI agents, a move dubbed 'player-coach' or 'megamanager.' Coinbase cut 14% of its staff and said everyone must be an active individual contributor; Gallup data show managers now oversee about 12 workers and often perform IC work (97%), while Indeed reports 12.3% fewer middle-manager roles in 2025, signaling a broader shift toward AI-augmented orgs.

via Business Insider|
#ai#business#layoffs
Orioles hit a crossroads as injuries, underperforming core derail early-season plans
sports22 days ago

Orioles hit a crossroads as injuries, underperforming core derail early-season plans

Baltimore sits at 15-19 through 34 games and just endured a four-game skid, including three losses to the Yankees, forcing questions about Mike Elias’s rebuilding strategy and the team’s ability to translate it into on-field success. Injuries have exacerbated deeper issues: underwhelming performances from key players, a struggling rotation, and a younger prospect core that hasn’t yet hit, leaving the Orioles to rely on fringe moves and internal fixes rather than flashy trades. With limited external options and mid-May looming, the club faces a pivotal period to salvage the season or risk meaningful organizational changes in the offseason.

via Camden Chat|
#baseball#injuries#management
Pragmatic playbook for a ChatGPT-obsessed boss and an aging worker’s uphill climb
workplace1 month ago

Pragmatic playbook for a ChatGPT-obsessed boss and an aging worker’s uphill climb

Two readers seek guidance on AI in the office: one older employee worries a boss who constantly uses ChatGPT for drafts and decisions, with the columnist suggesting treating AI as a tool, using precise prompts, and even turning the boss’s AI revisions back into AI to expose flaws while staying professional. The other reader fears age discrimination after being sidelined from a creative project; the advice is to calmly ask for explanations, assert your qualifications, and consider legal counsel if needed. Overall, balance AI adoption with clear communication and protect your value and career by being proactive and assertive.

via The New York Times|
#ageism#artificial-intelligence#careers
entertainment4 months ago

Mickey Rourke Seeks Fan Support to Prevent Eviction Amid Financial Struggles

Mickey Rourke's manager clarified that a recent GoFundMe campaign was set up to help the actor with his eviction and living expenses, emphasizing that the funds are legitimate and will be returned if Rourke declines the help. The campaign quickly gained nearly $100,000, but Rourke disavowed knowledge of it, and his manager is covering his immediate needs, including moving him to a hotel and organizing a new apartment. The situation highlights Rourke's financial struggles and the good intentions behind the fundraiser.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#actor-support#entertainment#eviction
Syracuse Exec Invests in Malls' Future Amid Industry Shift
business5 months ago

Syracuse Exec Invests in Malls' Future Amid Industry Shift

Carmen Spinoso, a former mall executive, founded Spinoso Real Estate Group in 2009 to manage and own struggling malls, especially those in receivership, recognizing industry shifts and opportunities during economic downturns. His company manages 40 malls across the U.S., focusing on revitalization through tenant diversification and innovative uses, despite challenges faced by major properties like Destiny USA. Spinoso also expands into other real estate sectors, including managing iconic properties like Grand Central Terminal, demonstrating confidence in the future of well-managed malls and real estate investments.

via Syracuse.com|
#business#industry-changes#malls