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India deploys AI more than any other country, yet has nearly the lowest density of true power users—and Anthropic’s March 2026 Economic Index just quantified what that gap is costing every founder who hasn’t noticed.
The ‘AI layoff’ headline is partly a financial narrative. Understanding which part is spin and which is signal will determine whether you pivot to safety or deeper into the storm.
LinkedIn’s new LLM-powered feed algorithm punishes engagement bait and rewards real expertise. The playbook professionals have relied on for years just changed.
LinkedIn’s 2026 algorithm update penalizes engagement bait by up to 60% while rewarding genuine expertise and meaningful conversation—transforming how professionals must build their personal brands.
