Updated Version 1 - Google lays off hundreds in Android and Pixel divisions -- The Information
Google has laid off hundreds of employees in its platform and devices division, primarily affecting teams for Android software, Pixel phones, and the Chrome browser. A Google spokesperson stated that the layoffs are aimed at increasing flexibility and operational efficiency, and are part of the restructuring following last year's team mergers. Previously, Google had already conducted layoffs in its cloud computing division and plans to cut 12,000 employees in 2023, accounting for 6% of its global workforce
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Reuters, April 11 - According to a report by The Information citing an informed source, Alphabet's Google (GOOGL.O) laid off hundreds of employees in its Platforms and Devices division on Thursday, which is primarily responsible for Android software, Pixel phones, and the Chrome browser.
A Google spokesperson told The Information, "Since the merger of the Platforms and Devices teams last year, we have been focused on improving flexibility and operational efficiency, which includes cutting some positions beyond the voluntary departure program proposed in January."
Google did not immediately respond to Reuters' request for comment.
Bloomberg reported in February that Google had laid off employees in its cloud computing division, adding that this round of layoffs only affected a few teams.
In January 2023, Alphabet announced plans to lay off 12,000 employees, accounting for 6% of its global workforce
