AI Is Now the Top Reason for Layoffs. For Some Workers, It’s Also a Path to Starting a Business.

AI Is Now the Top Reason for Layoffs. For Some Workers, It’s Also a Path to Starting a Business.

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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways AI is the leading reason U.S. employers have given for layoffs in 2026, cited in about 21% of announced job cuts. Laid-off workers can combine industry experience with AI tools to launch low-cost businesses, but customer relationships still depend on the human touch. In the…

Microsoft Notepad and Paint are getting new AI features, for some reason

Microsoft Notepad and Paint are getting new AI features, for some reason

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Microsoft has officially confirmed the rollout of new updates to its out-of-box Notepad and Paint applications for Windows 11, specifically for Windows Insiders currently in the Canary and Dev Channels of the PC operating system. Notepad version 11.2512.10.0 arrives with a new Markdown syntax feature in the form of text strikethrough and nested lists. The…