Meta, once a beacon of tech optimism, now grapples with its own mass layoffs and the grim realities of an AI-driven future. Employees report widespread anxiety over job security, exacerbated by their CEO’s push to embrace artificial intelligence.

Meanwhile, Google I/O 2026 unveiled Gemini, promising to redefine search and potentially marginalise human input. This raises questions about dependency on tech giants and the ethical implications of AI in everyday life.

The backlash against Eric Schmidt at graduation ceremonies suggests a generation weary of constant AI chatter. Young adults are engaged but wary, questioning both its benefits and potential downsides.

For those with a personal connection to this digital revolution, such as spouses working in AI, the situation is even more fraught. 'Meet the Sad Wives of AI' highlights their struggle to cope with an overwhelming narrative that often excludes their lived experiences.