# Meta is laying off about 8,000 workers, or about 10% of its workforce.

*business · news · 2026-04-23 · The Associated Press*

## Key points

- Meta is laying off 8,000 workers to redirect resources toward AI infrastructure and expert hires.
- Meta expects its 2026 expenses to reach up to $169 billion, largely due to AI investments.
- Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to 8,750 U.S. employees, about 7% of its workforce.
- Both companies' workforce reductions are directly connected to increased AI infrastructure and compensation costs.

**Companies:** Meta, Microsoft
**Countries:** United States

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