Microsoft Layoffs Part of New Normal in AI Revolution

Cloud Wars Live with Bob Evans · Jul 15, 2025 · 5m

In today's Cloud Wars Minute, I analyze the recent Microsoft layoffs.

Highlights

00:14 — It's an ugly part of the free-market capitalism world, but what is inevitable in some ways — is layoffs. In the first six months of this year, Microsoft has laid off 15,000 people. I think we need to look at this as part of the new normal. It's an unfortunate consequence of the AI revolution and the incredible benefits and growth that it’s going to drive.

01:08 — I think we've seen a lot of people say, “Oh, here it comes, AI is displacing people.” These big companies are going to try to cut costs. They’re…