Intel is reportedly set to execute significant job cuts, affecting thousands of its employees, as part of a strategy to reduce costs and enhance profitability. In a report initially revealed by Bloomberg and subsequently confirmed by Reuters, the tech giant is said to aim for cost savings of around $3 billion by the coming year.
Last year, Intel already made notable workforce reductions, cutting down from 124,000 to 110,000 employees. This previous workforce cull was a stark transition, which now appears to be moving into its next stage. Originally, rumors suggested a potential cut of another 10,000 jobs, but recent reports have simplified this to "thousands."
The timing of this news is particularly unfortunate given the ongoing issues with Intel's 13th and 14th-generation processors, which have been poorly managed by the company. Intel has publicly stated that there are no plans to cease sales, recall the problematic chips, or extend their warranty, compounding the negative perception.
The exact number of employees who will ultimately be laid off remains uncertain. We can only hope that the impact is minimized to affect the smallest number of people possible.