Microsoft is spending $80 billion on AI initiatives in 2025, and CEO Satya Nadella says headcount is “relatively unchanged” even despite mass layoffs.

Nadella finally responds to employees concerns

After eliminating over 15,000 positions this year, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella now says the company's mission needs to change due to the rise of AI.

Microsoft is spending $80 billion on AI initiatives in 2025, and CEO Satya Nadella says headcount is “relatively unchanged” even despite mass layoffs.

Labor market intelligence firm Lightcast also found that so-called "human" skills such as communication and complex problem-solving are growing more valuable.