Microsoft Cuts Thousands of Jobs While Expanding AI Investments

Microsoft layoffs may hit 3% of global workforce

Microsoft confirmed Tuesday that it’s laying off thousands of employees across the company. The Redmond, Washington-based tech giant didn’t disclose how many employees it plans to lay off, but a spokesperson said up to 3% of Microsoft’s workforce could be affected. Microsoft has 228,000 employees worldwide, meaning more than 6,800 people could be laid off. “We continue to implement organizational changes necessary to best position the company an…

Microsoft Layoffs 2025: From 18-Year Veteran To AI Director, Restructuring Hits Deep In Latest Cut

Microsoft Layoffs 2025: Microsoft is cutting 3% of its global workforce, affecting over 6,800 roles, as part of a major restructuring effort.

This is the second most relevant cut in the history of the US colossus after 2023 when in the post Covid decided to fire 10,000 people

The firm has not given more details saying that it wants to position itself at best "to succeed in a dynamic market." With 228,000 employees worldwide, this new lay-off plan affects all levels of jobs.

Microsoft is laying off 3 percent of its people

Microsoft is laying off three percent of its workforce, which amounts to around 6,000 people, according to a CNBC report.

More than 6,000 set to lose jobs at Microsoft

This is shaping to be the largest collective layoff since Microsoft fired 10,000 employees at the start of 2023. Read more: More than 6,000 set to lose jobs at Microsoft