Meta has announced plans to reduce its workforce by 5%, impacting approximately 3,600 employees.
This decision, shared in an internal memo by CEO Mark Zuckerberg, focuses on removing employees who do not meet performance expectations.
Zuckerberg explained that the layoffs will target staff eligible for performance reviews, aiming to bring in stronger talent to meet Meta’s growing demands.
Vacant positions resulting from these cuts will eventually be filled.
These changes follow adjustments in Meta’s leadership and operations, including adding Dana White and two others to its board.
Additionally, the company has stopped using third-party fact-checkers, shifting the responsibility to users.
The layoffs come just days before Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th U.S. president, with Meta reportedly taking steps to strengthen ties with his administration.
