Amazon cuts 16,000 corporate jobs amid AI shift and restructuring
Amazon has announced the layoff of 16,000 corporate employees, its second major round of job cuts in three months after slashing 14,000 roles in October. The company cites post-pandemic adjustments and a focus on generative AI as the primary drivers behind the decision. Affected U.S. employees will receive 90 days to find new roles internally, along with severance packages and transition support. The impacted divisions include HR, AWS, and Prime Video.
The move highlights a growing trend among tech giants to streamline operations and prioritize AI-driven efficiencies, reshaping workforce structures across the industry.
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