Summary
An Xbox executive suggested using artificial intelligence (AI) to help laid-off workers manage their emotions and workload. This advice came after Microsoft announced it would cut up to 9,000 jobs, affecting several divisions, potentially including Xbox.
Key Facts
- Xbox producer Matt Turnbull suggested using AI tools to help employees cope with job loss.
- Microsoft plans to lay off up to 9,000 workers globally.
- The layoffs might affect Microsoft's Xbox division, among others.
- Microsoft is investing $80 billion in AI and building data centers for AI training.
- Turnbull mentioned AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot to assist with emotional and job-related stress.
- He acknowledged AI could cause strong reactions but aimed to offer helpful advice.
- Microsoft has about 228,000 employees worldwide, and the cuts are about 4% of its workforce.
- Some video game projects in development may be impacted by these job cuts.
