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He argued that in the knowledge economy, productivity gains from AI and cloud tools allow firms to optimize operations and may give them political cover to implement layoffs more openly, especially when driven by technological necessity rather than purely economic crisis.
The Future of Fintech and Market Expectations
Turning to specific business segments, Darren provided insights into the company’s core offerings, including Square, Afterpay, and Cash App. Despite flat net revenue figures, gross profit has been steadily increasing, buoyed by initiatives like Cash App Borrow and user growth. He noted that Crypto-related revenues, which can be volatile, impact net revenue but not gross profit, which is a more reliable indicator of underlying operational health.