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Google has laid off approximately 200 employees from its global business unit, which handles sales and partnerships, according to a recent report by The Information. The move comes as major tech companies continue shifting resources toward artificial intelligence (AI) and data centre investments while scaling back in other areas.

Google said in a statement to Reuters that “a small number of changes across teams” were made to “drive greater collaboration” and improve customer service efficiency. This follows recent layoffs in Google’s platforms and devices unit, which oversees products like Android, Pixel phones, and Chrome.

The reductions align with broader cost-cutting trends across Big Tech, adds the Reuters report, stating that Google’s parent company, Alphabet, eliminated 12,000 jobs (6% of its workforce) in early 2023 and reported 183,323 employees as of December 2024. Other tech giants, including Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon, have also trimmed staff while prioritising AI talent.

Google has not disclosed whether further layoffs are planned. The company continues to invest heavily in AI development amid competition with rivals like OpenAI and Microsoft.