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Microsoft Cuts 600 Jobs in Puget Sound | Dayton News
Microsoft is cutting nearly 600 jobs across its Commercial and Xbox divisions, with layoffs set for September 4, 2026, in the Puget Sound region — including Redmond and remote roles. This follows a pattern of workforce adjustments this year, including April’s voluntary buyouts for nearly 9,000 employees. While Microsoft insists AI isn’t replacing people, automation is reshaping how work gets done. The company is offering support and has already redeployed over 4,000 employees into new roles, plus a successful voluntary retirement program. As tech giants like Meta and Oracle also trim staff…
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