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Meta CTO: Company morale is ‘probably one of the worst it’s ever been’ after layoffs

Meta struggles, AI innovation, and regulatory moves shape the industry

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Meta, the tech giant behind Facebook and Instagram, is facing one of its worst morale crises in history, according to its chief technology officer, Andrew "Boz" Bosworth. This comes after the company laid off 10% of its...

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Meta laid off 10% of its workforce to counter AI spending. Another 10% of staffers were reassigned to mandatory AI teams. Morale at Meta is "probably...

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The AI shift at Meta reflects a broader industry trend, as companies like Rivian face lawsuits over allegedly false promises on self-driving...

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The AI shift at Meta reflects a broader industry trend, as companies like Rivian face lawsuits over allegedly false promises on self-driving features. Meanwhile, entrepreneurs are leveraging AI to build new ventures, such as a derivatives exchange launched by the son of pro-crypto Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.

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AI and robotics will impact every man, woman, and child in this country," said Sen. Bernie Sanders, who introduced legislation for the American AI...

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"AI and robotics will impact every man, woman, and child in this country," said Sen. Bernie Sanders, who introduced legislation for the American AI Sovereign Wealth Fund Act to give Americans a more direct say in the future of AI.

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As the tech industry continues to evolve, companies will need to navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by AI. Regulatory moves, such as Sen. Sanders' proposed AI wealth fund, will likely play a significant role in shaping the future of the industry.

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Meta CTO: Company morale is ‘probably one of the worst it’s ever been’ after layoffs

Meta struggles, AI innovation, and regulatory moves shape the industry

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Friday, June 19, 2026 • 2 min read • 5 source references

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Meta, the tech giant behind Facebook and Instagram, is facing one of its worst morale crises in history, according to its chief technology officer, Andrew "Boz" Bosworth. This comes after the company laid off 10% of its workforce and reassigned another 10% to mandatory AI teams to train its models.

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  • Meta laid off 10% of its workforce to counter AI spending.
  • Another 10% of staffers were reassigned to mandatory AI teams.
  • Morale at Meta is "probably one of the worst it's ever been," according to CTO Andrew Bosworth.

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The AI shift at Meta reflects a broader industry trend, as companies like Rivian face lawsuits over allegedly false promises on self-driving features. Meanwhile, entrepreneurs are leveraging AI to build new ventures, such as a derivatives exchange launched by the son of pro-crypto Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.

What Experts Say

"AI and robotics will impact every man, woman, and child in this country," said Sen. Bernie Sanders, who introduced legislation for the American AI Sovereign Wealth Fund Act to give Americans a more direct say in the future of AI.

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  • **10%: The percentage of Meta's workforce laid off.

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  • Who: Andrew "Boz" Bosworth, Meta CTO
  • Where: Meta
  • Impact: Low morale, industry-wide AI shift

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As the tech industry continues to evolve, companies will need to navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by AI. Regulatory moves, such as Sen. Sanders' proposed AI wealth fund, will likely play a significant role in shaping the future of the industry.

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