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Coinbase Cuts Workers for AI & Beer is So Back

May 6, 2026·28 min·5-min readconversationalnews
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Coinbase's CEO Brian Armstrong announced a major restructuring, citing AI as a reason for laying off 14% of staff and flattening the company’s hierarchy, though skeptics argue market conditions may be the real driver. Meanwhile, AB InBev reported a slight rebound in beer sales, Alberta ad

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Brian ArmstrongSam AltmanMichael DuquerisColin Angle

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CoinbaseAB InBevMetaBoston Dynamics

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