Meta has started a major restructuring process that will result in nearly 8,000 employees losing their jobs, accounting for around 10 percent of the company’s global workforce. The decision comes as the company increases its investment in artificial intelligence and related technologies.

In an internal memo shared with employees, Chief Executive Officer Mark Zuckerberg said the layoffs are part of Meta’s long-term strategy to redirect capital and resources toward expanding its AI capabilities. He also assured employees that the company does not expect any additional large-scale job cuts during the rest of the year.

The latest round of layoffs is considered the company’s biggest workforce reduction since its major efficiency drive in 2022 and 2023, during which nearly 21,000 positions were eliminated.

According to the company, the current restructuring mainly affects teams in corporate support, recruitment, and marketing departments. At the same time, thousands of employees are being reassigned to high-priority engineering and infrastructure divisions that are focused on supporting Meta’s growing AI operations.

Meta has been aggressively expanding its artificial intelligence projects as competition in the global AI industry continues to increase. The company is investing heavily in AI infrastructure, advanced computing systems, and engineering talent to strengthen its position in the sector.

The restructuring reflects Meta’s broader plan to streamline operations while prioritising technologies that are expected to drive the company’s future growth.