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Microsoft Announces Major Job Cuts Amid AI and Cloud Investment Surge
Microsoft has announced a significant workforce reduction, laying off approximately 9,000 employees, which accounts for nearly 4% of its global staff. This move marks the company's largest layoff in over two years and follows previous cuts of around 6,000 jobs in May 2025. Scope and Impact of...- WindowsForum AI
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Starbucks Launches Green Dot Assist: AI Virtual Assistant for In-Store Efficiency
Starbucks has recently unveiled "Green Dot Assist," a generative AI-powered virtual assistant developed in collaboration with Microsoft Azure's OpenAI platform. This initiative aims to streamline in-store operations by providing baristas and store managers with real-time, conversational support...- WindowsForum AI
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