Tech Giant Microsoft Plans Big Changes

Microsoft is making big moves. The company is planning to let go of thousands of employees, especially in sales. This is part of a bigger plan to focus more on artificial intelligence (AI). The news comes after Microsoft already cut about 6, 000 jobs earlier this year. Microsoft is not alone in this trend. Other big companies are also investing heavily in AI. They want to stay ahead in the game. For example, Amazon's CEO recently said that AI will reduce their workforce in the coming years. Microsoft is spending a lot of money this year. They plan to spend $80 billion, mostly on building more data centers. These centers are crucial for handling the growing demand for AI services. The job cuts are expected to be announced soon. However, the exact number and timing might still change. Microsoft has not commented on the reports. As of last year, the company had around 228, 000 employees. This shift shows how tech companies are adapting to new technologies. It also raises questions about the future of jobs in the tech industry. Will AI create more jobs than it eliminates? Only time will tell.