Pinterest Cuts 700 Jobs Amid Shift to AI-Driven Strategy
— BBC
Key Takeaway
Pinterest has announced job cuts affecting about 15% of its workforce, which translates to roughly 700 roles. The CEO emphasized a shift towards an AI-forward approach, coinciding with layoffs across the tech industry.
The social media platform recently announced that it was axing around 15% of its workforce.
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