WSJ What’s News WSJ What’s News

The Tech Company That Rejects 99.9% of Job Applicants

Jul 14, 2026 · 11m

Summary

WSJ’s What’s News covers U.S. strikes on Iran driving oil prices up and a Maine ICE shooting sparking scrutiny. New York bans data center construction amid AI energy concerns, while China unveils a new AI chip to bypass U.S. restrictions. The episode also examines looming labor shortages, AI’s role in productivity, and Bending Spoons’ extreme hiring selectivity.

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