Meta to cut 8,000 jobs, leave 6,000 roles unfilled as AI spending climbs to $169 billion: Report
Meta is cutting 8,000 jobs and leaving 6,000 roles unfilled as it increases spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure and talent to $169 billion. Microsoft has also offered voluntary buyouts to 8,750 employees as part of its own organizational changes.
Meta is restructuring its workforce, cutting approximately 8,000 jobs, around 10% of its total workforce, and leaving roughly 6,000 roles unfilled. The company is accelerating its spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure and talent, with total expenses for 2026 expected to climb to $162-169 billion. Microsoft is also reshaping its workforce, offering voluntary buyouts to 8,750 employees in the United States. The moves are part of a broader industry trend, with companies using AI tools to automate tasks and streamline operations. Meta is shedding management weight to invest in technical and engineering functions. The restructuring is aimed at improving efficiency and freeing up capital for new investments.
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