Microsoft Announces Major Layoffs, Cutting 3,200 Jobs Outside Xbox

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Microsoft is cutting 3,200 jobs, primarily in its Commercial Business segment, in addition to recent layoffs affecting its Xbox division.
The total job cuts amount to 4,800 employees, or 2.1% of its global workforce.
While AI is not immediately replacing roles, Microsoft acknowledges its impact on future work.

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Microsoft is cutting 3,200 jobs, primarily in its Commercial Business segment, in addition to recent layoffs affecting its Xbox division. The total job cuts amount to 4,800 employees, or 2.1% of its global workforce. While AI is not immediately replacing roles, Microsoft acknowledges its impact on future work.

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