In the tech world, big companies like Google, Amazon, Meta (formerly Facebook), Microsoft, and Apple have been making headlines for laying off workers, even as they see their sales and profits soar. It might seem confusing at first glance, but there are a couple of reasons behind this trend. Firstly, during the COVID-19 pandemic, these

Fresh out of university, graduates experienced a boost in their salaries in 2023 compared to previous years. However, finding full-time or part-time work became tougher amidst slower economic growth. According to the latest graduate employment survey released on Feb 22, the median gross salaries for fresh graduates increased to $4,313, up from $4,200 in 2022.

Meta will start a new system for detecting and labelling images created by artificial intelligence (AI) from various companies, including OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft. It is an attempt to inform users that the images they see, often resembling real photos, are digitally generated. Nick Clegg, Meta’s president of global affairs, announced on February 6th that

In a new attempt to tackle the rising threat of malware scams, Android users in Singapore will soon face restrictions when installing unverified apps. It is part of an anti-scam trial by Google to prevent the spread of malicious software that scammers often exploit. The security tool deployed by Google will operate in the background,

In certain industries, having the right education and work experience might not be enough to land your dream job. Many employers now expect their employees to hold professional certifications. However, pursuing these credentials requires time and money. So, are professional certifications worth it? The short answer is yes. They are incredibly valuable for many career

A recent study by the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) and Tsao Foundation has shown that many companies are not prioritizing training for older workers despite recognizing its importance. From July to August 2023, this survey polled 601 C-suite level executives, hiring managers, and human resources managers across 16 industries. Surprisingly, training ranked only sixth