A recent Goldman Sachs analysis revealed a dramatic 80% collapse in net immigration to the U.S., attributed to a potential second-term crackdown on immigration by President Donald Trump. The report, released on February 16, warns of significant alterations to the nation's labor supply and economic stability.
The investment bank's U.S. economics team, led by David Mericle, projected a sharp decline in the arrival of new workers. Net immigration, which averaged approximately 1 million people annually during the 2010s, fell to 500,000 in 2025 and is projected to further decrease. This contraction, characterized by elevated deportations and strict visa bans, is reshaping the labor market, according to the report.
In other news, the Google Trust Services Status Dashboard reported an incident affecting the ACME API - SXG and ACME API - TLS. The incident began on February 17, 2026, at 11:18 AM Pacific Time, with issuance beginning to stop. A fix is expected to roll out in approximately 8 hours to resolve the issue.
Meanwhile, the tax season is approaching, and according to Wired, preparing for it can be complex. The article highlighted the need to navigate the federal government's tax code and state-specific requirements. The author provided information to help readers prepare for the upcoming tax season, including answers to common tax questions and advice for small businesses.
In the realm of technology, the MIT Technology Review highlighted the evolution of communication in a hybrid work environment. The pandemic accelerated innovation in audio and video technology, with companies like Shure and Zoom leveraging artificial intelligence and new acoustic technologies. "Audio and video just working is a baseline for collaboration," said Brendan Ittelson, chief ecosystem officer at Zoom.
Finally, Wired also reported on a deal for Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 headphones. The wireless headphones, known for their active noise cancellation, are currently available for $399 on Amazon, a significant discount from their original price.
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