Micro Firings Dominate Layoffs, AI Guardrails Bypassed, Own Your AI Model - Hashtag Trending

In today's episode of Hashtag Trending, Jim Love discusses the rise of 'micro firings' and how small-scale continuous layoffs are reshaping job security according to Glassdoor. The episode also covers a cybersecurity report highlighting how AI guardrails can be bypassed using nonsense text, making current safety measures potentially flawed. Furthermore, it explores the accessibility of running personal AI models on consumer hardware, thanks to tools like Ollama and GPT for All. Additionally, a CNBC survey reveals that AI is expected to reshape almost 90% of jobs by 2026. Lastly, Microsoft's shutdown of the KMS 38 activation hack for pirated Windows versions is examined, emphasizing the risks associated with pirated software.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message 00:24 The Rise of Micro Firings 03:08 AI Guardrails: A Flawed Foundation? 05:59 Running Your Own AI Model 08:28 AI's Impact on Future Jobs 10:13 Pirated Windows: Risks and Consequences 12:05 Conclusion and Sponsor Message