What the new Microsoft layoffs mean for tech workers episode artwork

EPISODE · Jul 3, 2025 · 15 MIN

What the new Microsoft layoffs mean for tech workers

from Seattle Now · host KUOW News and Information

Microsoft says it will cut 9,000 employees from its workforce, about 4% of its staff. Layoffs are nothing new at the company – it shed 10,000 jobs just two years ago – but this latest reduction brings the year's total to roughly 15,000 workers. Alex Halverson, reporter for The Seattle Times, has been following these Microsoft layoffs and found some of what's steering decisions about headcount and the future of the company.  We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Jul 3, 2025

Embed this episode

Microsoft says it will cut 9,000 employees from its workforce, about 4% of its staff. Layoffs are nothing new at the company – it shed 10,000 jobs just two years ago – but this latest reduction brings the year's total to roughly 15,000 workers.

Distinct summary based on available episode metadata or transcript content.

NOW PLAYING

What the new Microsoft layoffs mean for tech workers

0:00 15:47

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Seattle Now?

This episode is 15 minutes long.

When was this Seattle Now episode published?

This episode was published on July 3, 2025.

Can I download this Seattle Now episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!