In July 2025, Microsoft announced a significant workforce reduction, laying off approximately 9,000 employees, which accounts for about 4% of its global staff. This move is part of a broader restructuring strategy aimed at streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency across various...
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Microsoft's recent announcement of over 9,000 layoffs has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, particularly within its gaming division. This move, affecting approximately 4% of the company's global workforce, has sparked intense reactions from both current and former employees, raising...
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The latest episode of Windows Weekly has arrived at a time of renewal, upheaval, and innovation for Microsoft and its sprawling ecosystem. While summer typically brings a lull in tech news, this season is anything but quiet across Redmond: major layoffs, subtle but significant Windows 11...
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As Microsoft launches its 2026 fiscal year, confirmation of significant summer layoffs has sent shockwaves across the technology sector and partner ecosystem. The Redmond-based giant has officially acknowledged its plan to cut less than 4 percent of its workforce—an adjustment translating to...
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