Trending Now - Ai's True Threat: Shaping Roles Rather Than Replacing Them
WHO:
Fast Company - Researchers at the Brookings Institution and GovAI concluded that secretaries and administrative staff are likely to lose jobs to AI.
Fast Company - PwC, Deloitte, KPMG, EY, and McKinsey are professional services firms mentioned in the context of layoffs.
WHAT:
Fast Company - A report indicates that by 2028, the digital economy will look completely different, with significant transformations in software engineering anticipated within the next 12-18 months.
CNN - Merlin Labs has completed hundreds of test flights and is working toward certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its AI-assisted aviation technology.
CNN - Merlin Labs has secured a contract worth more than $100 million with the US Air Force to bring its technology to C-130 cargo planes.
VentureBeat - AI-related incidents rose 21% from 2024 to 2025, highlighting a growing concern over the impact of AI on production environments.
Fast Company - A new SurveyMonkey and CNBC study indicates that by 2026, the demand for security engineers is expected to surge, with job postings up 11% year-over-year in the first quarter, driven by threats from AI-generated code and models like Mythos and GPT-5.4-Cyber.
Fast Company - A new SurveyMonkey and CNBC study reveals that 79% of organizations now have some form of AI agent in production, with 96% planning to expand their use of AI agents.
CNN - The Merlin Pilot system, developed by Merlin Labs, is designed to handle more than traditional autopilot functions, using a natural language processing model to listen to instructions from a mock air traffic controller and respond over the radio.
CNN - Boeing estimates that airlines will need more than 600,000 new pilots over the next two decades due to a growing pilot shortage.
Fast Company - The transition to AI in engineering is driven by the need for companies to innovate and meet increasing demand for software, as AI makes engineers more productive and reduces the cost of building software.
Fast Company - The cuts at PwC were fueled in part by greater automation and AI adoption at the firm.
Fast Company - The shift in job roles is attributed to the need for firms to reduce costs and adapt to AI.
Fast Company - A report indicates that by 2028, the digital economy will undergo significant transformations, with engineers expected to prototype physical systems and model complex processes.
CNN - Merlin Labs has completed hundreds of test flights and is working toward certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its AI-assisted aviation technology.
CNN - Merlin Labs has secured a contract worth more than $100 million with the US Air Force to bring its technology to C-130 cargo planes.
VentureBeat - Gartner predicts that 33% of enterprise software will include agentic AI by 2028, but warns that 40% of those projects will be canceled due to poor risk controls.
Techmeme - Reid Hoffman states that "Reid AI" has delivered over 75 addresses and presentations since 2024.
Fast Company - A new SurveyMonkey and CNBC study indicates that by 2026, the demand for security engineers is expected to surge, with job postings up 11% year-over-year in the first quarter, driven by threats from AI-generated code and models like Mythos and GPT-5.4-Cyber.
Fast Company - A new SurveyMonkey and CNBC study reveals that 79% of organizations now have some form of AI agent in production, with 96% planning to expand their use of AI agents.
CNN - The Merlin Pilot system, developed by Merlin Labs, is designed to handle more than traditional autopilot functions, using a natural language processing model to listen to instructions from a mock air traffic controller and respond over the radio.
CNN - Boeing estimates that airlines will need more than 600,000 new pilots over the next two decades due to a growing pilot shortage.
Fast Company - The transition to AI in engineering is driven by the need for companies to innovate and meet increasing demand for software, as AI makes engineers more productive and reduces the cost of building software.
Fast Company - The cuts at PwC were fueled in part by greater automation and AI adoption at the firm.
Fast Company - The shift in job roles is attributed to the need for firms to reduce costs and adapt to AI.
Fast Company - A report indicates that by 2028, the digital economy will undergo significant transformations, with engineers expected to prototype physical systems and model complex processes.
CNN - Merlin Labs has completed hundreds of test flights and is working toward certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its AI-assisted aviation technology.
CNN - Merlin Labs has secured a contract worth more than $100 million with the US Air Force to bring its technology to C-130 cargo planes.
VentureBeat - Gartner predicts that 33% of enterprise software will include agentic AI by 2028, but warns that 40% of those projects will be canceled due to poor risk controls.
Techmeme - Reid Hoffman states that "Reid AI" has delivered over 75 addresses and presentations since 2024.
Fast Company - A new report indicates that by 2028, the digital economy is expected to undergo significant transformations, with engineers expanding their roles beyond software into hardware and cross-domain systems.
VentureBeat - AI-related incidents rose 21% from 2024 to 2025, highlighting a growing concern over the impact of AI on production environments.
CNN - Merlin Labs has completed hundreds of test flights as it works toward certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its AI-assisted aviation technology.
CNN - Merlin recently secured a contract worth more than $100 million with the US Air Force to bring its technology to C-130 cargo planes.
Fast Company - A new SurveyMonkey and CNBC study indicates that by 2026, the demand for security engineers is expected to surge, with job postings up 11% year-over-year in the first quarter, driven by threats from AI-generated code and models like Mythos and GPT-5.4-Cyber.
Fast Company - A new SurveyMonkey and CNBC study reveals that 79% of organizations now have some form of AI agent in production, with 96% planning to expand their use of AI agents.
CNN - The Merlin Pilot system, developed by Merlin Labs, is designed to handle more than traditional autopilot functions, using a natural language processing model to listen to instructions from a mock air traffic controller and respond over the radio.
CNN - Boeing estimates that airlines will need more than 600,000 new pilots over the next two decades due to a growing pilot shortage.
Fast Company - The transition to AI in engineering is driven by the need for companies to innovate and meet increasing demand for software, as AI makes engineers more productive and reduces the cost of building software.
Fast Company - The cuts at PwC were fueled in part by greater automation and AI adoption at the firm.
Fast Company - The shift in job roles is attributed to the need for firms to reduce costs and adapt to AI.
Fast Company - A new report indicates that by 2028, the digital economy is expected to undergo significant transformations, with engineers expanding their roles beyond software into hardware and cross-domain systems.
VentureBeat - AI-related incidents rose 21% from 2024 to 2025, highlighting a growing concern over the impact of AI on production environments.
CNN - Merlin Labs has completed hundreds of test flights as it works toward certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its AI-assisted aviation technology.
CNN - Merlin recently secured a contract worth more than $100 million with the US Air Force to bring its technology to C-130 cargo planes.
Fast Company - A new SurveyMonkey and CNBC study indicates that by 2026, the demand for security engineers is expected to surge, with job postings up 11% year-over-year in the first quarter, driven by threats from AI-generated code and models like Mythos and GPT-5.4-Cyber.
VentureBeat - Reported AI-related incidents rose 21% from 2024 to 2025, highlighting a growing concern over the impact of AI on production environments.
CNN - Merlin Labs has completed hundreds of test flights as it works toward certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its AI-assisted aviation technology.
CNN - Merlin recently secured a contract worth more than $100 million with the US Air Force to bring its technology to C-130 cargo planes.
Fast Company - A new SurveyMonkey and CNBC study predicts that by 2026, the demand for security engineers will surge, with job postings up 11% year-over-year in the first quarter, driven by threats from AI-generated code and models like Mythos and GPT-5.4-Cyber.
Fast Company - A new SurveyMonkey and CNBC study reveals that 79% of organizations now have some form of AI agent in production, with 96% planning to expand their use of AI agents.
VentureBeat - Reported AI-related incidents rose 21% from 2024 to 2025, indicating a growing concern over the impact of AI on production environments.
CNN - The Merlin Pilot system, developed by Merlin Labs, is designed to handle more than traditional autopilot functions, using a natural language processing model to listen to instructions from a mock air traffic controller and respond over the radio.
CNN - Boeing estimates that airlines will need more than 600,000 new pilots over the next two decades due to a growing pilot shortage.
CNN - Merlin Labs has completed hundreds of test flights as it works toward certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
CNN - Merlin recently secured a contract worth more than $100 million with the US Air Force to bring its technology to C-130 cargo planes.
Fast Company - By 2028, the digital economy is expected to look completely different, with significant transformations in software engineering anticipated within the next 12-18 months.
Fast Company - The role of the engineer is expected to expand beyond software into hardware and cross-domain systems, allowing engineers to prototype physical systems and model complex processes.
Fast Company - PwC laid off 600 employees in the U.S. in February, including assistants and recruiters.
Fast Company - Executive assistants are being eliminated as firms embrace AI and reduce costs.
Fast Company - The role of the engineer is expected to expand beyond software into hardware and cross-domain systems.
WHERE:
Fast Company - The layoffs at PwC occurred in the U.S.
Fast Company - EY and McKinsey have relocated executive assistants to states with a lower cost of living or out of the U.S.
WHEN:
Fast Company - The layoffs at PwC occurred in February.
Fast Company - By 2028, the digital economy is expected to look completely different.
WHY:
Fast Company - The increasing reliance on AI in various sectors is creating new vulnerabilities, necessitating a greater number of security engineers to address these challenges.
Fast Company - The increasing reliance on AI in various sectors is creating new vulnerabilities, necessitating a greater number of security engineers to address these challenges.
Fast Company - The study indicates that the increasing reliance on AI in various sectors is creating new vulnerabilities, necessitating a greater number of security engineers to address these challenges.
Fast Company - The study indicates that as AI makes engineers more productive, the demand for software is expected to explode, leading to a need for more engineers rather than fewer.
CNN - Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy stated that AI tools are part of the Trump administration’s broader push to modernize the nation’s aging air traffic control system.
Fast Company - The transition to AI in engineering is driven by the need for companies to innovate and meet increasing demand for software, as AI makes engineers more productive and reduces the cost of building software.
Fast Company - The cuts at PwC were fueled in part by greater automation and AI adoption at the firm.
Fast Company - The shift in job roles is attributed to the need for firms to reduce costs and adapt to AI.
Fast Company - The increasing reliance on AI in various sectors is creating new vulnerabilities, necessitating a greater number of security engineers to address these challenges.
Fast Company - The increasing reliance on AI in various sectors is creating new vulnerabilities, necessitating a greater number of security engineers to address these challenges.
Fast Company - The study indicates that the increasing reliance on AI in various sectors is creating new vulnerabilities, necessitating a greater number of security engineers to address these challenges.
Fast Company - The study indicates that as AI makes engineers more productive, the demand for software is expected to explode, leading to a need for more engineers rather than fewer.
CNN - Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy stated that AI tools are part of the Trump administration’s broader push to modernize the nation’s aging air traffic control system.
Fast Company - The transition to AI in engineering is driven by the need for companies to innovate and meet increasing demand for software, as AI makes engineers more productive and reduces the cost of building software.
Fast Company - The cuts at PwC were fueled in part by greater automation and AI adoption at the firm.
Fast Company - The shift in job roles is attributed to the need for firms to reduce costs and adapt to AI.
HOW:
VentureBeat - Gartner predicts that 33% of enterprise software will include agentic AI by 2028, but warns that 40% of those projects will be canceled due to poor risk controls.
VentureBeat - Gartner predicts that 33% of enterprise software will include agentic AI by 2028, but warns that 40% of those projects will be canceled due to poor risk controls.
Fast Company - Engineers will increasingly supervise fleets of AI agents that handle tasks such as writing business logic and generating tests, shifting the focus from coding to systems-level thinking and understanding technology deeply.
Fast Company - AI is redefining white-collar work by automating tasks traditionally handled by junior engineers and administrative staff.
Fast Company - The transition to AI in engineering involves engineers supervising fleets of agents that write business logic and generate tests.
(UPDATED May 25, 2026 13:54 UTC)
A report suggests that by 2028, the digital economy will undergo significant transformations, particularly in software engineering, with changes expected within the next 12 to 18 months. Meanwhile, Merlin Labs has completed hundreds of test flights and is working towards FAA certification for its AI-assisted aviation technology, having secured a contract worth over $100 million with the US Air Force to enhance C-130 cargo planes. Additionally, a new study indicates that by 2026, the demand for security engineers is projected to rise, driven by threats from AI-generated code, while 79% of organizations currently utilize some form of AI agent in production, with many planning to expand their use.
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(UPDATED May 25, 2026 12:06 UTC)
A new report indicates that by 2028, the digital economy will see major transformations, with engineers expected to prototype physical systems and model complex processes. In the aviation sector, Merlin Labs has completed hundreds of test flights and secured a contract worth over $100 million with the US Air Force to integrate its AI-assisted technology into C-130 cargo planes, while the FAA certification process is underway. Meanwhile, a recent study shows that the demand for security engineers is set to surge by 11% year-over-year due to the increasing reliance on AI, which is also driving companies to innovate and adapt to new vulnerabilities.
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(UPDATED May 25, 2026 10:16 UTC)
A new report suggests that by 2028, the digital economy will see major changes, with engineers expected to prototype physical systems and model complex processes. In aviation news, Merlin Labs has completed hundreds of test flights and is working towards FAA certification for its AI-assisted technology, while also securing a contract worth over $100 million with the US Air Force to integrate this technology into C-130 cargo planes. Additionally, Gartner predicts that by 2028, one-third of enterprise software will feature agentic AI, although they caution that 40% of these projects may be canceled due to inadequate risk controls.
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(UPDATED May 25, 2026 08:18 UTC)
A new report suggests that by 2028, the digital economy will see engineers expanding their roles beyond just software into hardware and cross-domain systems. Meanwhile, AI-related incidents have surged by 21% from 2024 to 2025, raising concerns about the impact of AI on production environments, and a recent study indicates that by 2026, demand for security engineers is expected to rise significantly due to threats from AI-generated code. In aviation, Merlin Labs has completed hundreds of test flights for its AI-assisted technology and recently secured a contract worth over $100 million with the US Air Force to integrate this technology into C-130 cargo planes.
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(UPDATED May 25, 2026 06:19 UTC)
A new report suggests that by 2028, the digital economy will see significant changes, with engineers expanding their roles beyond just software into hardware and cross-domain systems. In the realm of artificial intelligence, incidents related to AI have surged by 21% from 2024 to 2025, raising concerns about its impact on production environments, while Gartner predicts that a third of enterprise software will incorporate agentic AI by 2028, although many projects may be canceled due to inadequate risk controls. Meanwhile, Merlin Labs is making strides in the aviation sector, having completed hundreds of test flights and recently securing a contract worth over $100 million with the US Air Force to implement its AI-assisted technology in C-130 cargo planes.
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(UPDATED May 25, 2026 04:16 UTC)
A new study from SurveyMonkey and CNBC reveals that the demand for security engineers is projected to rise significantly by 2026, with job postings increasing by 11% year-over-year in the first quarter, largely due to threats posed by AI-generated code and models like Mythos and GPT-5.4-Cyber. In related news, AI-related incidents have surged by 21% from 2024 to 2025, underscoring the growing concerns about AI's impact on production environments. Meanwhile, Merlin Labs has completed hundreds of test flights as it seeks FAA certification for its AI-assisted aviation technology and has secured a contract worth over $100 million with the US Air Force to implement this technology in C-130 cargo planes.
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(UPDATED May 25, 2026 01:34 UTC)
A new study from SurveyMonkey and CNBC predicts a significant surge in demand for security engineers by 2026, with job postings expected to rise by 11% year-over-year in the first quarter. This increase is driven by the growing threats posed by AI-generated code and advanced models like Mythos and GPT-5.4-Cyber. The study highlights that as industries become more reliant on AI, new vulnerabilities are emerging, creating an urgent need for more security professionals to tackle these challenges.
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(UPDATED May 24, 2026 21:13 UTC)
A new study by SurveyMonkey and CNBC reveals that a significant 79% of organizations currently have some form of AI agent in production, with an impressive 96% planning to expand their use of these technologies. However, concerns are rising as reported AI-related incidents increased by 21% from 2024 to 2025, highlighting potential risks in production environments. The study also suggests that as AI enhances engineer productivity, the demand for software is set to skyrocket, creating a greater need for engineers rather than reducing their numbers.
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(UPDATED May 24, 2026 19:17 UTC)
Merlin Labs has developed the Merlin Pilot system, which goes beyond traditional autopilot functions by using natural language processing to interact with air traffic controllers. In a related development, Boeing has projected that airlines will require over 600,000 new pilots in the next two decades due to a significant pilot shortage. Additionally, Merlin Labs has completed hundreds of test flights as it seeks certification from the FAA and has secured a contract exceeding $100 million with the US Air Force to implement its technology in C-130 cargo planes.
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(UPDATED May 24, 2026 17:16 UTC)
By 2028, the digital economy is expected to undergo significant transformations, particularly in software engineering, with major changes anticipated within the next 12 to 18 months. The role of engineers is set to expand beyond just software, encompassing hardware and cross-domain systems, enabling them to prototype physical systems and model complex processes. This shift is largely driven by the transition to AI in engineering, as companies seek to innovate and meet rising software demands, allowing engineers to supervise fleets of AI agents that will handle tasks like writing business logic and generating tests.
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(UPDATED May 24, 2026 15:16 UTC)
Researchers at the Brookings Institution and GovAI have found that secretaries and administrative staff are likely to lose their jobs to AI, with PwC recently laying off 600 employees in the U.S., including assistants and recruiters. As firms like EY and McKinsey relocate executive assistants to lower-cost areas, the role of engineers is expected to expand into hardware and cross-domain systems, reflecting a significant shift in job roles driven by the need to reduce costs and adapt to automation. By 2028, the digital economy is anticipated to look completely different, as AI continues to redefine white-collar work by automating tasks traditionally handled by junior engineers and administrative staff.