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Meta explored 60% workforce cuts for AI native culture, but faced revolt

Meta Platforms reportedly considered significantly reducing its workforce by up to 60% in two phases to foster an "AI native" company culture. This plan, however, faced internal resistance and was ultimately halted by the CEO just before a planned layoff event in May. The company's exploration into replacing human roles with AI capabilities was detailed in internal documents. AI

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RANK_REASON The item discusses internal company strategy and potential workforce changes related to AI adoption, rather than a direct product release or research milestone.

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Meta explored 60% workforce cuts for AI native culture, but faced revolt

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    “To make its workforce “AI native,” Meta explored slashing the size of many teams across the company by as much as 60% in two waves, internal documents show. St

    “To make its workforce “AI native,” Meta explored slashing the size of many teams across the company by as much as 60% in two waves, internal documents show. Staff revolted - and hours before a big layoff in May, the CEO called off planning for further cuts.” https://www. reuters…