Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:46pm on 18 May 2026,Monday Tech Today
Meta employees are reportedly facing rising anxiety ahead of another major round of layoffs expected next week, with nearly 10 per cent of the workforce around 8,000 employees globally, potentially affected. Internal reports suggest fears are intensifying as artificial intelligence becomes central to Meta’s long-term strategy, leaving many workers concerned they may eventually be replaced by AI systems they are helping develop. According to reports citing an internal memo from Chief People Officer Janelle Gale, layoffs could begin around May 20 as part of an “efficiency-focused restructuring” tied to heavy AI investments. Employees reportedly describe morale inside the Menlo Park-based company as emotionally draining, uncertain and increasingly difficult, with many delaying personal and financial decisions amid growing job insecurity. (PC: Times Now)
