Why AI Layoffs Aren't Just About AI: A Deep Dive into Tax Code Section 174

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Engineer In the Looop

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Engineer in the Loop is the weekly show for software engineers who ship with models in the mix. Host Alec Harrison chats with practitioners about architecture decisions, failure modes, and the workflows that keep humans firmly “in the loop.” Expect repo round-ups, post-mortems, and listener Q&A—with actionable code examples and zero buzzword fluff!

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Why AI Layoffs Aren't Just About AI: A Deep Dive into Tax Code Section 174

Engineer In the Looop

24 minutes 7 seconds

4 months ago

Why AI Layoffs Aren't Just About AI: A Deep Dive into Tax Code Section 174

For a while now, AI and tech headlines have been dominated by layoffs and market shifts. But what if a crucial, yet often overlooked, factor was at play? I'm experimenting with a new narrative style in this video to break down Section 174 of the US tax code. Discover how changes to this R&D deduction policy, from its inception in 1954 to the impactful 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, quietly impacted everything from startup funding to the massive tech layoffs we've seen. We'll also cover the breaking news of its recent reversal on July 4th, 2025, and what that means for the future of innovation in the US.

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