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Death of an Indian tech worker A wave of suicides and widespread AI-fueled layoffs reveal a workforce under extreme pressure.
On a warm night last May, Nikhil Somwanshi sent his roommate a WhatsApp message asking him to tell his family that what was about to happen next was an accident. The message triggered a frantic search for the 24-year-old machine-learning engineer in southeast…
Cognizant eyes up to 15,000 layoffs, India set to bear the brunt
Cognizant could be heading toward one of the biggest tech layoffs of the year, following cuts at companies like Amazon and Oracle. Reports suggest the IT services firm may reduce between 12,000 and 15,000 jobs globally, although the company has not confirmed …
H-1B chill sets in; Flipkart doubles down on value
US demand for H-1B visas has slumped to a seven-year low amid steeper costs and Trump-era policy shifts. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
ETtech Deals Digest: Startups raise $122 million this week, down 5% on-year
This week’s tally, however, was down 84% from the previous week when startups raised around $789.8 million, thanks to Rapido’s mega $730 million round.
‘Low-cost Asian talent’: How the U.S. is helping foreign workers take American jobs
Experienced high tech industry worker can't compete in job market soaked with H-1B visa scheme advocates
Application Processor Market Size to Grow USD 62.3 Billion by 2035 | Research by SNS Insider
Application Processor Market Size, Share, Revenue Trends & Segmentation By Core Type, End-Use Device, Architecture, Process Node, Region And Forecast 2035...
From freelancing at 16 to ₹70 LPA at 20: How a 20-year-old college dropout allegedly landed a job at a US startup
A 20-year-old college dropout has gained attention for securing a remote role with a ₹70 lakh annual package at a San Francisco startup. The individual detailed their journey of freelancing and continuous learning online. Despite initial rejection, persistenc…
How a book convinced Arundhati Bhattacharya, one of India’s most powerful bankers, to try working for a U.S. tech company
Under Arundhati Bhattacharya, Salesforce’s South Asia headcount grew from 2,500 to over 18,000; India is now one of Salesforce’s fastest growing markets.
Gig workers’ incentives cool; YC attendees resell AI credits
Happy Tuesday! Despite a shortage of delivery workers, payouts for gig riders have increased only slightly this summer. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Indian court orders Apple to fully cooperate in antitrust probe, delays final ruling until mid-July
In a significant development for Apple's ongoing global antitrust battles, India's Delhi High Court has directed the tech giant to… The post Indian court orders Apple to fully cooperate in antitrust probe, delays final ruling until mid-July appeared first on …
What’s the difference between Rs 60 LPA job and Rs 2 LPA job? Bengaluru techie reveals: 'Laptop on even during festivals, Saturday 'optional' but....'
A Bengaluru tech professional's viral X post highlighted the stark contrast between a Rs 2 LPA job and a Rs 60 LPA role. The former demands constant availability and loyalty for meager pay, while the latter respects employee time, values their contributions, …
Uber open to teaming up with Travis Kalanick on autonomous vehicles: CEO Dara Khosrowshahi
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi expressed openness to partnering with ousted founder Travis Kalanick on his new autonomous vehicle venture. This marks a significant shift, as Uber previously sold its self-driving unit and now favors a partnership-led strategy in a…
‘Engineers hoping for a salary hike at 2 am’: Bengaluru techie’s sarcastic analysis on top 5 high-paying jobs is a reality check on current job market
High-paying careers are not always what they seem. A Bengaluru techie highlighted five surprising ways to earn big in India. PG owners, cigarette shop owners, landlords, water tanker operators, and brokers are making substantial profits. These businesses ofte…
Over 93,000 jobs cut in tech so far in 2026 as AI drives cuts at Freshworks, Coinbase, others
Tech companies are implementing significant workforce reductions, with over 93,000 roles cut in early 2026, driven by AI and automation. Major players like Meta, Coinbase, and Freshworks are restructuring, leading to leaner teams and a shift towards efficienc…
Over 93,000 jobs cut in tech so far in 2026 as AI drives cuts at Freshworks, Coinbase, others
Tech companies are implementing significant workforce reductions, with over 93,000 roles cut in early 2026, driven by AI and automation. Major players like Meta, Coinbase, and Freshworks are restructuring, leading to leaner teams and a shift towards efficienc…
'I'll end up having a stroke': US techie with seven years of experience wants to return to India due to 'toxic' environment
Trending News: The American Dream was a concept created by James Truslow Adams in his 1931 book 'The Epic of America.' It defined the kind of life America promised t.
Anu Sharma goes viral after leaving Google for Palantir; Indian techie sparks buzz online for her bold switch
Anu Sharma goes viral: Anu Sharma, a talented Indian software engineer, has captured widespread attention after quitting her well-paying job at Google to join Palantir Technologies. Her fearless career move from Big Tech comfort to a challenging role at the d…
Sam Altman says the quiet part out loud, confirming some companies are ‘AI washing’ by blaming unrelated layoffs on the technology
Some economists are warning there’s no sign of AI-related job displacement appearing in the labor data. Altman claimed it’s just a matter of time until it does.
'Not graduates from IITs or IIMs': Google techie from India bursts myths about tech giant's hiring process
Trending News: Google is one of the biggest tech giants in the world right now. The company's lucrative job roles, magnanimous office spaces and famed reputation mak.