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/id1867232401 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4TLKXXC3qnZ48UGkaT8DsQ?si=d026514efbc14203 Watch on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@botboundaries Follow us on Instagram: @BotBoundaries Follow us on TikTok: @BotBoundaries Follow us on LinkedIn: @BotBoundaries Our website: http://www.botboundaries.com Chapters 00:00 The Impact of AI on Tech Layoffs 05:57 Who is Affected by Layoffs? 11:36 The Future of Work in an AI-Driven World 17:00 Corporate Responsibility and Transparency 22:22 Opportunities for Growth and Reskilling Reference 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