Amazon lays off some devices unit staff as it targets 10,000 cuts


FILE PHOTO: The Amazon logo is seen outside its JFK8 distribution center in Staten Island, New York, U.S. November 25, 2020. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo

(Reuters) -Amazon.com Inc on Wednesday said it has laid off some employees in its devices group as a person familiar with the company said it still targeted around 10,000 job cuts, including in its retail division and human resources.

The announcement, Amazon's first since media outlets including Reuters reported its layoff plans on Monday, heralded a dramatic shift for a company known for its job creation and added shape to the latest dismissals befalling the technology sector.

Play, subscribe and stand a chance to win prizes worth over RM39,000! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Tech News

Explainer-What is the World Trade Organization e-commerce moratorium?
More! More! More! Tech workers max out their AI use.
Meta's longtime content policy chief Bickert leaving to teach at Harvard
Coming of age: Mega Cat Studios releases new 'God of War' video game
AI agents: They’re fun. They’re useful. But don’t give them the credit card.
Scientists use saliva for non-invasive, AI-based Parkinson's test
Apple hires ex-Google executive to head AI marketing amid push to improve Siri
Utility Entergy says revised Meta data-center deal to deliver higher customer savings
Sony to hike PlayStation 5 prices again as memory chip costs surge
NYSE-parent Intercontinental Exchange invests $600 million in Polymarket

Others Also Read