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Microsoft Cuts 4,800 Jobs in Major Xbox Restructuring

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from TechRepublic ·

Microsoft is laying off 4,800 employees, primarily in its Xbox division, as part of a broad restructuring. The cuts come as the company shifts focus toward AI investments and narrows its gaming strategy. This is the latest in a series of job reductions at the tech giant.

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The layoffs signal Microsoft's prioritization of AI over gaming, but the scale of cuts raises questions about long-term commitment to Xbox.
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