Microsoft and Meta Announce Major Job Reductions as Tech Industry Shifts to AI

Microsoft and Meta have announced significant job cuts, with Meta planning to reduce 10% of its workforce (~8,000 roles) and Microsoft offering voluntary buyouts to 8,750 US employees. These reductions are part of a broader industry trend as companies reallocate resources toward AI infrastructure, leading to over 92,000 tech layoffs in 2026.

By Maham Fatima Mon, April 27, 2026 at 9:20 AM GMT+3 2 min read · Yahoo Finance ·

Microsoft and Meta Announce Major Job Reductions as Tech Industry Shifts to AI

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