Microsoft is set to eliminate up to 9,000 positions, about 4% of its workforce, impacting various divisions including Xbox. This decision aligns with a substantial $80 billion investment in AI infrastructure and the appointment of AI pioneer Mustafa Suleyman. Despite layoffs, Microsoft’s stock remains strong, reflecting a strategic shift towards AI and long-term competitiveness. Post navigation ‘What are they waiting for?’: Trump erupts as US House dithers on ‘beautiful bill’ Zuckerberg ‘kicked out’ of Oval Office? What really happend