Meta targets 20 May for 8,000 layoffs as it redirects billions toward AI infrastructure
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Meta plans to lay off 8,000 employees by May 20 as it reallocates billions of dollars to build AI infrastructure. The company is shifting its focus and resources toward AI development.
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