Microsoft Lays off 1900 Employees

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Microsoft Lays off 1900 Employees
Microsoft Lays off 1900 Employees

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25 January 2024 17:21

Microsoft is reportedly reducing its video game workforce by 1,900 employees. Xbox head Phil Spencer conveyed in a message to staff, that the company is committed to offering "full support to those who are impacted during the transition, including severance benefits informed by local employment laws." Blizzard's Mike Ybarra is also leaving his position at Blizzard

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