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Amazon’s Automation Drive Could Replace Over 600,000 Human Roles by 2033, Internal Documents Show

Internal Amazon strategy documents indicate the company aims to replace more than 600,000 US warehouse positions with robots by 2033. The automation push reportedly targets 75% operational automation within years, potentially saving billions in labor costs while dramatically reshaping the workforce.

Massive Workforce Transformation Planned

Amazon is reportedly planning one of the largest workforce automation initiatives in corporate history, with internal documents revealing ambitions to replace over 600,000 US positions with robots by 2033, according to reports from The New York Times citing leaked company materials. This represents a significant shift from the company’s longstanding public position that robotics would complement rather than replace human workers.

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Ron Conway Resigns from Salesforce Foundation Board Following Benioff’s Troop Comments

Prominent venture capitalist Ron Conway has resigned from the Salesforce Foundation board following CEO Marc Benioff’s controversial comments about deploying troops in San Francisco. Sources indicate the departure stems from fundamental disagreements over public safety approaches. The move highlights growing tensions within the tech community regarding urban policy and law enforcement strategies.

High-Profile Departure from Salesforce Foundation

Prominent startup investor Ron Conway, known for backing companies including Google, Airbnb and Stripe, resigned from the board of the Salesforce Foundation on Thursday, according to reports confirmed by CNBC. The New York Times was first to report on Conway’s departure, with sources indicating the decision came after Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff’s comments about welcoming troops to San Francisco.

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Trump Authorizes CIA Covert Operations in Venezuela Amid Escalating Pressure on Maduro Regime

In a significant policy escalation, former President Donald Trump has confirmed authorizing CIA covert operations targeting Venezuela’s government. The move intensifies pressure on Nicolás Maduro’s regime amid claims of border security threats and drug trafficking concerns.

Trump Confirms CIA Authorization in Venezuela

Former President Donald Trump has confirmed reports that he authorized CIA covert operations in Venezuela, marking what analysts suggest represents a sharp escalation in U.S. efforts to pressure the government of Nicolás Maduro. The confirmation came Wednesday following initial reporting by The New York Times about the classified directive.