# Square

Type: Product

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## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Block Slashes Workforce by 50% in AI Pivot; Shares Surge 25%
2026-02-27 04:10:29 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 2

Block is cutting over 4,000 jobs, nearly half its workforce, as part of a radical shift to embed artificial intelligence across its operations. The announcement triggered a 25% surge in after-hours trading as investors reward the company's aggressive move toward AI-driven margin expansion.
Full story: https://getretailbrief.com/story/block-layoffs-ai-overhaul-jack-dorsey

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