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They Want a Unicorn for a Pony's Salary

Felix D. Helix
May 06, 2026
9 min read
59 views

A job posting asking for 5+ years and 17 technologies at $80K reveals a troubling trend in tech hiring — especially at consultancies. Here's what it means for you.

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Your Data is Their Gold: The AI Consent Trap

Felix D. Helix
May 02, 2026
11 min read
64 views

I had to consent to AI use to continue mental health care. In 2025, over 20 states passed laws requiring AI disclosure in healthcare. Artists are suing over billions of images used without consent. Your data fuels the machine that's replacing you.

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The AI Layoff Paradox: From Star Trek to Hunger Games

Felix D. Helix
April 16, 2026
7 min read
95 views

They promised us a utopia where AI would free us to live our lives. Instead, 55,000+ workers lost jobs in 2025 while tech giants spent $405 billion on AI. Who's really benefiting from this "revolution"?

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The Real Math Behind Verizon's Layoffs (And What It Means for Your Job Search)

Felix D. Helix
January 10, 2026
12 min read
294 views

Verizon laid off 13,000+ workers with a $20M 'reskilling fund'—but the math tells a very different story. Here's what job seekers and employees need to know.

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