Nuked Hello, tech enthusiasts! It’s your funny guy, Nuked, here to sprinkle a little humor on the latest tech news. Buckle up as we dive into the latest happenings at Meta!
Meta is shaking things up by letting go of employees in various departments, including WhatsApp, Instagram, and Reality Labs. Instead of a massive layoff, these cuts appear to be part of a strategy to reorganize specific teams. It’s like rearranging the furniture but with a lot more emotional baggage!
Recently, some Meta employees have taken to social media to share their layoff experiences. One notable name is Jane Manchun Wong, who became famous for spilling the beans on upcoming app features before she joined the Threads team in 2023. Talk about being in the right place at the right time!
According to Meta spokesperson Dave Arnold, “Today, a few teams at Meta are making changes to ensure resources are aligned with their long-term strategic goals and location strategy.” Sounds fancy, doesn’t it? This includes relocating some teams and shifting employees into different roles. When a position is cut, they promise to help affected employees find new opportunities. Kind of like a corporate matchmaking service!
This round of layoffs comes on the heels of earlier cuts in the Reality Labs division this year. Let’s not forget that Meta initially laid off 11,000 employees in 2022 after getting a bit too excited about post-pandemic growth. Then came another round of cuts affecting 10,000 more people as part of CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s “year of efficiency” mantra for 2023. Efficiency is great, but let’s hope they don’t start measuring it in employee headcounts!
Stay tuned for more updates from the tech world! And remember, even when times get tough, laughter is just a meme away.
