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Business & Enterprise

Meta is firing 8,000 people. Microsoft is paying 8,750 to leave. Both are spending the savings on AI.

The Next WebPublished Apr 25, 2026

Meta announced layoffs affecting 8,000 employees while Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to 8,750 staff. Both companies plan to redirect the resulting cost savings towards investments in artificial intelligence.

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