> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsletters.qs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 🤖 Oracle records highest tech layoffs. Private education expands beyond public sector. Woodlands cover majority of EU land. - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/oracle-records-highest-tech-layoffs-private-education-expands-beyond-public-sector-woodlands-cover-majority-of-eu-land/ - Published: 2026-05-25T11:30:47.000Z - Updated: 2026-05-25T11:30:47.000Z - Description: Chart of the Day #612 looks at K-12 education market, land coverage in the EU and layoffs due to AI investments in tech companies. - Author: QS - Tags: Charts **Hello 👋** Ethiopia tests AI system to [support](https://ethionegari.com/2026/05/24/ethiopia-tests-ai-system-to-support-teachers-in-schools/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) teachers in Schools. IIT Mandi, Imarticus Learning launch[ AI minor degree programme ](https://www.edexlive.com/news/iit-mandi-imarticus-learning-launch-ai-minor-degree-programme-across-indian-colleges?ref=newsletters.qs.com)across Indian colleges. PayPal and Anthropic [launch](https://cfotech.asia/story/paypal-anthropic-launch-ai-course-for-small-firms?ref=newsletters.qs.com) AI course to help small businesses build practical AI skills. ### Today's Topics **🏫 K-12 Education.** Private K-12 education market ahead of the public sector **🍃 Green Skills.** Woodlands occupy most land cover distribution in the EU 🤖 **Artificial Intelligence.** Oracle had the highest number of layoffs among tech companies Thanks for reading! **Not a subscriber yet?** [Subscribe now](https://newsletters.qs.com/#/portal/) --- ## **🏫** Private K-12 education market ahead of the public sector ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2026/05/data-src-image-5fe094b3-d0d5-41b0-8966-8f44688fb25d.png) The global private K-12 sector is larger because rising incomes and demand for specialized curricula are pushing more families toward fee-paying schools. Many private institutions also offer smaller class sizes and [stronger digital learning infrastructure](https://www.everylearnereverywhere.org/resources/strategies-for-implementing-digital-learning-infrastructure-to-support-equitable-outcomes/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), making them attractive in competitive education markets. Policies such as the[ K-12 Education policy ](https://www.americanprogress.org/team/k-12-education-policy/?ref=newsletters.qs.com)in the US provide a framework for students to obtain maximum efficiency of the schooling system. ## **🍃** Woodlands occupy most land cover distribution in the EU ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2026/05/data-src-image-846fb61c-a3a2-46d0-8e77-315433ce2ad5.png) Woodlands cover the largest share of EU land because many European countries have [expanded forest protection and reforestation policies](https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/policies/forest-protection/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) over recent decades. Forests are central to EU sustainability strategies as they absorb carbon, protect biodiversity, and support climate resilience. Initiatives under the [European Commission Green Deal](https://commission.europa.eu/strategy-and-policy/priorities-2019-2024/european-green-deal%5Fen?ref=newsletters.qs.com) and [EU Forest Strategy ](https://environment.ec.europa.eu/strategy/forest-strategy%5Fen?ref=newsletters.qs.com)encourage sustainable land management, conservation, and tree restoration. These policies have helped maintain woodland coverage despite urbanization and agricultural pressures across the region. ## 🤖 Oracle had the highest number of layoffs among tech companies ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2026/05/data-src-image-72e2c3aa-32c9-4159-8fbf-bd1dc094aa2f.png) Oracle recorded the highest layoffs as large technology firms redirected spending toward AI infrastructure and automation. Companies are restructuring operations to [prioritize cloud computing and AI efficiency,](https://www.library.hbs.edu/working-knowledge/enhance-or-eliminate-how-ai-will-likely-change-these-jobs?ref=newsletters.qs.com) reducing demand for some routine corporate and technical roles. This shift poses challenges for younger workers entering the labor market as [entry level positions become more automated](https://www.businessinsider.com/entry-level-jobs-more-skilled-impact-from-ai-2026-5?ref=newsletters.qs.com). Governments are increasingly responding through digital skills policies and workforce reskilling initiatives aimed at preparing workers for AI driven economies. --- **Like getting this newsletter?* Request a demo for unlimited access to over one million charts* [Request a Demo](https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/2C1%5FV5ni4SEyLILjrqcyQnQfigrs?%5F%5Fhstc=246933147.4a0f9c817dbdb1552dab36c635584622.1688407869224.1749831404162.1749845959660.481&%5F%5Fhssc=246933147.4.1749845959660&%5F%5Fhsfp=4268195782&ref=newsletters.qs.com) --- **Thank you for reading. Have a great week ahead!** Have some feedback or want to sponsor this newsletter? Let us know at [qs.com.](https://www.qs.com/contact-us/?ref=newsletters.qs.com)