![]() The layoffs follow an aggressive hiring spree. Jassey said that in the roughly 18 months he has been CEO, "without a doubt, this is the most difficult decision we've made". ![]() We haven't concluded yet exactly how many other roles will be impacted." "Those decisions will be shared with impacted employees and organizations early in 2023. "There will be more role reductions as leaders continue to make adjustments," he wrote. ![]() The first teams affected were those dealing with the brand's electronic devices such as Kindle e-readers. Jassy did not confirm the figure, but he said that the process had begun and would continue early next year. US media have previously reported that the platform and its various branches will lay off about 10,000 employees. The e-commerce titan has begun layoffs after other tech companies such as Twitter, Meta, Lyft, etc trimmed staff as they face higher interest rates and sluggish consumer spending in the US and a strong dollar abroad. The e-commerce pioneer told the TV channel he will devote the bulk of his wealth to fighting climate change and supporting people who can unify humanity in the face of deep social and political divisions.īezos is currently executive chair at Amazon transitioning to the role last year as Andy Jassy took up the CEO reins. Separately, Bezos said he will give away the majority of his $124 billion net worth during his lifetime. "Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst," Bezos made the comments in a CNN interview that aired this week. "Take as much risk off the table as you can," he said. Just take some risk off the table".Īdditionally, the former CEO of Amazon suggested that small-business owners consider holding off on investments in new equipment, and build their cash reserves instead. Same thing with a refrigerator, a new car, whatever. Bezos said, "If you are an individual and you are thinking about buying a large-screen TV, maybe slow that down, keep that cash, and see what happens.
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