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Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, is preparing to initiate company-wide layoffs starting Monday, February 12, 2025, as part of a broader strategy to prioritize artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. The layoffs, dubbed "performance terminations," will impact around 5% of the company's workforce, targeting employees with the lowest performance. Notifications will be issued at 5 a.m. local time in most countries, including the U.S., with some exceptions in Germany, France, Italy, and the Netherlands due to local labor laws.
Alongside these reductions, Meta is accelerating its recruitment efforts for machine learning engineers and other key technical positions. This initiative aligns with the company's focus for 2025, which places AI at the center of its strategy to enhance its platforms and services.
The layoffs come amid a series of other significant changes at Meta, such as plans to invest $60-65 billion in capital expenditures, a substantial rise from last year. Additionally, the company has revamped its content moderation policies, moving from third-party fact-checking to community-driven notes, and relaxing its stance on hate speech and political discourse. These policy shifts seem to reflect recent political trends and align with the current U.S. administration’s approach.
Despite the workforce cuts, Meta intends to refill critical roles, particularly in AI and machine learning, to support its strategic goals. This move further emphasizes Meta’s commitment to becoming a leader in AI innovation, enhancing user experience, and maintaining its competitive edge in the tech industry.
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