Microsoft Announces Layoffs Amid Mixed Reality and AI Restructuring
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Microsoft has confirmed layoffs, with Google reportedly planning similar cuts, despite both companies having strong balance sheets. The layoffs are attributed to strategic realignments, particularly in their cloud and mixed reality units, as they continue to invest in generative AI capabilities. This follows a trend of tech giants adjusting their workforce post-pandemic over-hiring.
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