Big Tech layoffs are hitting the headlines again, with companies blaming AI advances for cutting their workforce. But experts push back. The reality isn’t so simple.
The picture shows a tech office in quiet emptiness — a visual echo of recent job cuts.
The issue started as firms claimed AI tools made some jobs redundant. Soon after, critics warned it was more about market shifts and internal cost-saving. 
The launch follows a spate of cuts at a range of top players. They cite AI as a key driver to streamline roles, yet analysts argue economic tightening and strategy shifts are big factors too.
Experts say layoffs reflect complex forces, not just AI’s rise.
No company gave direct comment on the broader debate.
