AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTech Layoff Pulse: Tech layoffs are getting harder to count as 2026 totals climb fast—over 135,700 people laid off or facing announced cuts so far this year, with May already near 16,000, and job openings in professional/business services dropping sharply. Workplace AI Rules: Clarion County approved an AI acceptable-use policy to keep sensitive county info out of chatbots, while research finds most employers are using AI to augment workers—and most expect workforce impacts. Public-Sector HR Moves: Australia named Jacqui Curtis as APS Commissioner, tasked with AI adoption and a new enterprise bargaining agreement. Education Staffing Pressure: The New School in New York is preparing mass layoffs up to 20% next month amid a $48M deficit, and Vallejo’s school board advanced layoffs as negotiations drag on. Veterans Services: The VA approved nearly $600M in infrastructure upgrades to modernize facilities for veterans. Hiring Reality Check: In Kansas City, young job seekers report a “low-hire, low-fire” market where even entry-level roles feel out of reach.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.
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