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Lyft, Deloitte announce more layoffs

The job cuts at Deloitte will cut 3 per cent of total workforce at its Risk and Financial Advisory division…reports Asian Lite News

More layoffs were announced this week as global financial consulting firm Deloitte reportedly told its staff that it will cut around 1,200 jobs in the US.

According to a report in the Financial Times, the job cuts at Deloitte will cut 3 per cent of total workforce at its Risk and Financial Advisory division.

Later on Friday, ride-hailing firm Lyft announced to significantly reduce the size of the team “as part of a restructuring to focus on better meeting the needs of riders and drivers”.

According to reports, the layoffs at Uber rival may affect 30 per cent of its 4,000 employees.

“I own this decision, and understand that it comes at an enormous cost. We’re not just talking about team members; we’re talking about relationships with people who’ve worked (and played) together, sometimes for years,” said Lyft CEO David Risher.

Those impacted will get at least 10 weeks of pay, with additional weeks for team members with more than 4 years with Lyft.

The fresh Lyft layoffs will happen on April 27. The company laid off 13 per cent of its staff in November last year.

“We need to be a faster, flatter company where everyone is closer to our riders and drivers so we can deliver on this purpose. And we need to bring our costs down to deliver affordable rides, compelling earnings for drivers, and profitable growth,” said the CEO.

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Deloitte showcases whole new world at LEAP23

The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MCIT) are among the organizers of LEAP23, the technology conference featuring a stellar speakers line up of over 700 tech industry trailblazers…reports Asian Lite News

Deloitte is taking part at LEAP23, as the official Innovation & Emerging Technology Partner of the global technology event. The renowned professional services provider is showcasing integrated technology solutions that address a range of market needs such as sustainability, smart cities, cyber security, analytics, human capital, marketing and others. 

“Deloitte is a global leading provider of emerging technology solutions, and LEAP presents the perfect platform for us to collaborate, share knowledge and exchange views with global pioneers within the tech space,” said Mutasem Dajani CEO of Deloitte Middle East. “A Whole New World with Deloitte is the overarching theme we chose for our participation at LEAP23, as it reflects the transformational impact our services are having, including here in the Kingdom,” added Dajani.

The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MCIT) are among the organizers of LEAP23, the technology conference featuring a stellar speakers line up of over 700 tech industry trailblazers. A number of Deloitte leaders are taking part as speakers, panelists and moderators across different stages, including Nuno Goncalves, Deloitte Global Consulting Emerging Tech & Innovation Leader, Dr. Costi Perricos, Deloitte Global AI Leader and Saudamini Dubey, Digital Transformation Leader at Deloitte Middle East. 

Deloitte is debuting ‘GreenLight Solution’ in the region at LEAP23, an end-to-end sustainability solution providing a path to net-zero emissions. In addition, the Deloitte Risk Advisory team are exhibiting ‘DroneHacking’ and ‘RobotHacking’ to demonstrate flaws in existing IoT security systems. 

The Deloitte booth featured the Space Shuttle VR, the experience-based tool presenting real life tasks and challenges that astronauts face. Moreover, ‘DocQMiner’ was displayed, a content extraction tool providing actionable insights. As well as ‘Lead to Loyalty’, the marketing tool offering unrivalled personalization capabilities, and ‘Synergy’, the smart operations solution for smart cities.

As part of the LEAP23 opening day announcements, Deloitte signed an MOU with MOZN, the Saudi technology company, focused on combating financial crime and regulation in the financial services industry in Saudi Arabia, as well as the Middle East and North Africa.

The second edition of LEAP kicked off today at Riyadh Front EXPO Center and will continue till 9 February 2023. You can visit the Deloitte booth at Hall 4 – E59.

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