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Fintech Chatter: Conversations with Fintech CEOs and Founders

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4000 Jobs Gone. What to do next.

March 03, 2026 • Dexter Cousins | Founder, Tier One People • Episode 363

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Block Just Cut 4,000 Jobs. WiseTech Cut 2,000. Here's What To Do Next.

Last week was a wake-up call for anyone working in fintech and tech in Australia.

Block — the company behind Square, Cash App, and Afterpay — cut more than 4,000 employees. That's nearly half the company, down from over 10,000 to just under 6,000. The stock surged 24% on the same day. Afterpay is still headquartered in Sydney, and Australian staff have been directly affected.

The same week, WiseTech Global announced 2,000 job cuts over two years — 29% of their workforce. CBA quietly cut 300 roles, mostly in technology. All three cited AI as the driver.

In this video, Dexter Cousins breaks down what actually happened and gives you three practical steps to take today if you've been affected or think you might be next.

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