Meta Trims its Workforce for AI? & Trump Stamps 25% Tariffs on Steel
Episode 516: Neal and Toby discuss Meta’s continuation of its ‘Year of Efficiency’ as it begins another round of layoffs amid its investment into its AI strategy. Then, President Trump imposes 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum that will likely hurt Germany, Canada, Mexico, and Asian countries. Next, another push to abolish the US penny. Meanwhile, Apple Watch wearers are moving their trackers down to the ankles. Lastly, a roundup of the biggest headlines from the day.
00:00 - It’s official, Gulf of America
3:00 - Meta layoffs
8:15 - Tariffs on US Steel
12:30 - Penny waste?
19:10 - Toby’s…
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