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Jack Dorsey, the founder of Block (formerly Square), recently laid off nearly half of the company’s workforce. Dorsey attributes this decision to the necessity of adapting to recent advancements in AI technology, which he believes will significantly alter corporate structures. Despite questions about whether the layoffs were a correction for overhiring during the COVID-19 pandemic, Dorsey emphasizes that Block’s gross profit per employee was in line with industry peers. He asserts that the move was proactive, aiming to position Block ahead of technological trends. Dorsey’s leadership style, characterized by his advocacy for open-source protocols and decentralization, continues to influence his decisions.