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LINKEDIN CUTS JOBS AS TECH LAYOFFS CONTINUE

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
THU, MAY 14, 2026

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Microsoft's LinkedIn is laying off workers as the tech industry continues reducing headcount amid AI investment shifts. The cuts mark the latest round of workforce reductions across major tech companies.

LinkedIn joins a growing list of tech firms trimming staff in recent months. The layoffs reflect broader industry trends as companies restructure operations and reallocate resources toward artificial intelligence development. Major tech companies including Amazon, Google, Meta, and others have announced significant job cuts since late 2022. These reductions have affected thousands of workers across engineering, sales, and support roles. LinkedIn, which Microsoft acquired in 2016 for $26.2 billion, operates as the company's professional networking division. The company has not disclosed specific numbers of affected employees or affected departments. The cuts occur as Microsoft accelerates its AI strategy through partnerships and product integration across its suite of services.

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