QA Automation Engineer / Junior QA Tester / QA Analyst

🌐 The Harsh & Drastic Impact of Social Media on Youth – A Wake-up Call from Nepal’s Experience

In just a decade, social media applications have gone from being “optional tools” to becoming an inseparable part of our daily lives. While they bring convenience, connectivity, and opportunities, we must pause and reflect on their unintended consequences, especially on our youth. Take Nepal as an example – a nation where once social interaction was deeply rooted in people, now faces challenges of excessive digital consumption. It’s as if small children, once taught moderation in sweets, are now exposed to unlimited access without boundaries. 📱 These apps – mostly originating from one republic – are designed to maximize engagement, often ignoring the fine balance between utility and addiction. Recent social media polls and public confessions reveal alarming trends: 👉 Sharemarket sluggishness over the past year 📉 👉 Gold prices skyrocketing 🚀 👉 Unprecedented geopolitical tensions 🌍 👉 Inflation reaching concerning levels 📈 According to popular media discourse, a single individual is often blamed for economic woes globally, yet paradoxically, that same individual and close associates seem to amass considerable wealth during these turbulent times. 🤝 Regardless of political stance, it is important to recognize that social media is not inherently bad. Like any tool, it depends on how we use it. However, awareness is key. Let us encourage mindful consumption, critical thinking, and a culture of moderation – especially among the younger generation. ⏳ Approx. 3 more years of critical global shifts lie ahead. It is our collective responsibility – as professionals, educators, and parents – to help navigate this path wisely. #DigitalAwareness #SocialMediaImpact #YouthResponsibility #Nepal #EconomicTrends #MindfulUse #LinkedInInsights

World Wide Web Foundation Shuts Down After 15 Years

- The World Wide Web Foundation, founded by Sir Tim Berners-Lee, has announced its closure after 15 years. - The foundation has significantly contributed to expanding global internet access from 20% to nearly 70%. - The decision to shut down is due to the achievement of its primary mission and the emergence of new digital challenges. - Sir Tim Berners-Lee will now focus on new projects like the Solid Protocol, aiming to give individuals more control over their data. - Despite its closure, the foundation's impact will continue through other organizations and initiatives in the field. Source: [Perplexity](https://www.perplexity.ai/page/www-foundation-shut-down-E.iziOROSCG__ZDItbY6Cg)

Layoffs - A complete mess made by the companies

From the last few days there were talks going on about layoffs in Morgan Stanley. Some 7% of the global staff will be handed over the pink slip in this week. Well... It started happening from today ... Few colleagues from my department were laid, and the reason being "company is trying to survive in the market, company is planning the road ahead by taking such bold steps". When this was announced, my anxiety shot up the next level and I couldn't wait for the meeting to finish. The past few years have not been great for the business worldwide due to which many companies are forced to take such steps. These companies just have been doing a hiring spree from the last 1-2 years that now they are regretting their decisions and letting off their employees. My question is - "If a company hires excessively during the bull market and is forced to lay off few of the employees during the downturn, has the company made an error by not evaluating the headcount or it was just simply the need of the hour" Please note - I know many people out there who have faced job cuts due to many factors, sincerely requesting people to take this matter very seriously