Microsoft Announces New Round of Job Cuts

Microsoft has unveiled plans for a fresh wave of layoffs, which will impact employees across its gaming, security, and sales departments. According to a company spokesperson, as quoted by Business Insider, the layoffs will affect a limited number of staff members, although the exact figure has not been disclosed. The spokesperson emphasized that these cuts are separate from the recent redundancies targeting underperforming employees. "Microsoft prioritizes top talent and is committed to supporting the growth and development of its workforce. When necessary, we take suitable measures to address underperformance," the spokesperson stated, as reported by CNBC. This move follows significant job cuts in the company's gaming division last year, with 1,900 positions eliminated, and an additional 650 jobs cut in September 2024.