The software development world is witnessing two monumental shifts—one driven by the rise of generative AI and the other by globalization, which has opened doors to a growing pool of developers from emerging markets. These trends are transforming the profession, making software development cheaper, faster, and more dynamic, yet also introducing new challenges and opportunities. This article explores how AI and globalization are shaking up the industry, what this means for developers, and how companies are adapting to these changes......

In a pivotal move that marks one of the most significant changes in the $600 billion online advertising industry, Google is set to eliminate cookies, a technology crucial for tracking users' online activity. Despite years in the making, the industry appears unprepared for this monumental shift, with advertisers, advertising-technology companies, and web publishers expressing concerns about the impending changes.......