Amazon: 30,000 jobs cut
Amazon has announced a significant reduction of approximately 30,000 jobs as part of a restructuring strategy aimed at reallocating resources towards AI and cloud infrastructure investments. This marks the largest workforce reduction in the company's history, despite ongoing revenue growth. The layoffs primarily affect corporate roles across various divisions, including AWS and Alexa.
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22,500
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Amazon Cuts 30,000 Jobs As AI Spending Rises | Business explainer
Amazon Cuts 30,000 Jobs As AI Spending Rises | Business explainer # Amazon Cuts 30,000 Jobs As AI Spending Rises September 10, 2026 3 Mins Read Amazon CEO Andy Jassy Amazon has cut around 30,000 corporate jobs since late 2025, marking the largest workforce reduction in its history. The layoffs, concentrated in AWS, Alexa, Prime Video, and retail operations, reflect a restructuring strategy aimed at funding massive investments in AI and cloud infrastructure. Amazon’s latest workforce reduc