The global tech industry’s AI pivot is triggering another wave of mass layoffs in 2025, with companies like Meta, Bumble, Microsoft, Disney, Intel, and others cutting thousands of jobs. While AI is driving innovation and efficiency, it’s also replacing roles, particularly in operations, customer support, marketing, and content moderation.

In a sweeping shift toward AI-led transformation, major U.S. tech companies—including Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, and Intel—have announced fresh rounds of mass layoffs in 2025. The trend reflects deep restructuring efforts as firms reduce headcount in legacy roles to prioritize AI, automation, and cloud innovation.

Meta is set to launch its much-anticipated Ray-Ban Smart Glasses in India, blending fashion with cutting-edge technology. These AI-powered glasses, which offer hands-free photo capture, music playback, and real-time assistance, mark Meta’s deeper push into wearable tech for the Indian market.

Meta Platforms is reportedly working on introducing stablecoin-based payment systems across its social media platforms, particularly Facebook and WhatsApp. This move is aimed at enabling seamless financial transactions, especially for content creators and small businesses operating within the Meta ecosystem.

Reddit has officially rolled out its AI-driven translation tool in India, starting with Hindi, and plans to expand support to other major languages such as Bengali. The move signals Reddit’s commitment to building a more inclusive and accessible platform for India’s growing regional-language internet users.