Tech news of the week: Google job cuts spark complaints, Apple CEO pleased with India sales, government issues warning on Pakistan-related Zip files

Google employees fired over Israel protests have taken action by filing a complaint with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The tech giant terminated approximately 50 employees who were protesting against Google’s contract with the Israel government. The fired employees are claiming that their termination was unlawful and violated their rights under US labor law to advocate for workplace issues.

In a separate development, Google has announced a reorganization that includes moving some core team roles to India and Mexico. The company laid off 200 employees from its core teams, with plans to shift certain roles to these countries. This move comes as Google reported strong first-quarter earnings, indicating a strategic shift in its operations.

Meanwhile, TCS CEO K Krithivasan has expressed his disagreement with the idea that the AI boom will lead to job reductions. He believes that the world will need more technology talent, not less, and highlighted India’s potential in this regard.

On the other hand, an unsettling email from a Microsoft VP expressing concern about AI’s future reportedly led to an investment in OpenAI. This investment was driven by the need to bridge the AI gap and stay competitive in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Apple CEO Tim Cook has hinted at exciting developments in AI, promising to reveal new features at the upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference. Cook also expressed delight at Apple’s strong performance in India, with double-digit growth despite a slight revenue decline globally.

Overall, the tech industry is buzzing with activity and innovation, with companies like Google, Microsoft, Apple, and TCS making strategic moves to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.