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Microsoft Layoff Rumors Still Swirling; All Eyes on Jan. 22

 
Reports that Microsoft could be laying off thousands of employees this month continue to swirl around the tech world, as the company nears its January 22 earnings call. Will they? Well, Microsoft is in the same downturn as everyone else. ... (link)

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