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Microsoft offers buyouts to 60,000 employees as AI spending accelerates
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November 6, 2026 · AI Jobs & Pivots
Microsoft announced buyout offers to 60,000 employees, marking a shift in employment strategy as the company prioritizes AI spending. The move signals how major tech firms are restructuring workforces to fund artificial intelligence initiatives. Employees at the company, historically known for job security, were given access to internal tools to check their buyout eligibility following the announcement.
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