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• 🤖 WEF: AI to reshape jobs by 2030

• 📱 New Chinese app surges as TikTok faces ban

• 💬 WhatsApp tests AI makeover

• 🍎 Apple defends DEI programs amid criticism

• 🚨 Sonos CEO steps down after app fiasco

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🤖 WEF: AI to reshape jobs by 2030 ↗️LINK

• What: The World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2025 highlights how AI and technology trends will reshape the workforce by 2030. While AI is expected to create 11M jobs, it will displace 9M, with the net gain contributing to a global increase of 78M jobs. Farmworkers, delivery drivers, software developers, and green energy specialists are among the fastest-growing roles, driven by the rise of automation and green transitions. Notably, businesses predict a near-equal split in tasks performed by humans, machines, and hybrid approaches, signaling a shift in the nature of work.

• Why: Technology adoption, AI advancements, and demographic shifts are major drivers, with 39% of key skills expected to change by 2030. Employers prioritize AI, big data, and cybersecurity skills, alongside human-centric abilities like resilience and creativity.

• Impact: The rise of automation and AI is pushing businesses to realign operations and upskill workers, with over 67% planning AI-specific hiring. Companies embracing AI’s potential will gain a competitive edge in this rapidly evolving job market.

📱 New Chinese app surges as TikTok faces ban ↗️LINK

• What: Xiaohongshu (RedNote), often called China’s Instagram, hit No. 1 on the U.S. App Store as TikTok faces a potential U.S. shutdown. TikTok creators are driving users to the app, which offers a Pinterest-like interface, social shopping, and viral potential.

• Why: With TikTok’s future uncertain, influencers are turning to Xiaohongshu to maintain their audiences. The app’s rapid growth during the pandemic, 300M monthly users, and strong female user base (79%) highlight its appeal as a TikTok alternative.

• Impact: Xiaohongshu’s rise raises questions about sustainability and U.S. scrutiny, especially as tensions over Chinese apps persist. Its growth could create opportunities for creators and investors, with a $17B valuation and an IPO reportedly on the horizon.

💬 WhatsApp tests AI makeover ↗️LINK

• What: WhatsApp is testing a redesign that highlights AI features, including an AI tab with popular AI characters, topic-specific bots, AI-generated stickers, and a Meta AI-powered search engine. The Communities tab will merge with Chats to streamline navigation.

• Why: Meta aims to boost AI engagement by making tools more accessible to WhatsApp’s 2+ billion users. Custom AI bot creation is also being tested, aligning with Meta’s strategy to embed AI across its platforms.

• Impact: The update could reshape messaging, offering advanced AI tools but potentially disrupting WhatsApp’s simple design. Success could set a precedent for AI integration across Meta’s ecosystem, but user reception remains uncertain.

🍎 Apple defends DEI programs amid criticism ↗️LINK

• What: Apple urged shareholders to reject a proposal by a conservative think tank to end its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, arguing these efforts are vital for fostering workplace inclusion and align with its business strategies. The proposal will be voted on February 25.

• Why: DEI programs have faced backlash from right-wing groups and recent political shifts, including Trump’s pledge to ban them. Companies like Meta, Amazon, and McDonald’s have scaled back similar initiatives citing legal risks and changing views.

• Impact: Apple's stance underscores its commitment to DEI, contrasting with competitors scaling back. The debate reflects broader societal tensions over diversity efforts amid shifting legal and political landscapes.

🚨 Sonos CEO steps down after app fiasco ↗️LINK

• What: Sonos CEO Patrick Spence has resigned effective immediately, following the backlash from a botched app launch in May that sparked customer outrage, layoffs, and a PR crisis. Board member Tom Conrad steps in as interim CEO.

• Why: The new app, released prematurely with missing features and bugs, damaged Sonos’ reputation, morale, and product sales, including the Ace headphones. Despite fixes, customer complaints persist. Spence’s delayed response further hurt his standing.

• Impact: Sonos plans to push forward with new products, including a rumored streaming device, while searching for a new CEO to rebuild trust. Conrad, with tech and product experience, aims to stabilize operations and lead the recovery effort.

Today’s Poll:

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Yesterday’s Poll Result:

Do you think Meta can realistically replace mid-level engineers with AI this year?

• A) Yes – The technology is ready for this leap - 45%

• B) No – It’s an overly ambitious timeline - 55% 🏆

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