Microsoft's AI tools have helped the company save over $500 million in its call center, facilitating a boost in productivity across various departments.
The announcement of these significant savings internally came shortly after Microsoft implemented its third round of layoffs this year, affecting approximately 15,000 employees.
The juxtaposition of cost-savings and layoffs has led to criticism, with remarks from company executives and the use of AI tools for job loss management drawing attention.
Microsoft is set to invest heavily in AI infrastructure, with plans to allocate $80 billion by 2025, potentially emphasizing hiring top AI talent over other employees as the company continues its industry moves.