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Microsoft laying off about 9,000 employees in latest round of cuts
- Microsoft announced layoffs of about 9,000 employees, representing close to 4% of its global workforce, in its largest cut this year.
- These reductions follow prior 2025 job cuts and stem from organizational changes to improve agility and reduce management layers amid heavy AI investments.
- The layoffs affect multiple divisions worldwide including Xbox, sales teams, and other groups, with over 800 positions cut around Redmond and Bellevue.
- A spokesperson stated that Microsoft is making organizational adjustments to ensure the company and its teams are well-prepared to thrive amid changing market conditions.
- These job reductions underscore Microsoft’s commitment to enhancing team effectiveness and managing expenses while continuing to expand its major investments in AI infrastructure.
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