Meta’s Biggest Layoff Since 2023 Lands in May, Hitting 8,000 Workers

Meta Platforms plans to lay off about 8,000 workers, or roughly 10% of its workforce, on May 20. The company said the cuts are designed to improve efficiency and offset growing investments in areas such as artificial intelligence. The layoffs add to a broader trend of AI-driven job reductions sweeping the tech industry. Meta’s 2026