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Thoughts on the latest Snap layoffs and the 'AI' pivot?

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·58d ago·1 comments
So, another round of layoffs hit Snap. 16% this time, sounds like around 1000 people based on recent reports. The narrative is all about leaning into AI. I'm curious what people here think about that. Is it a genuine strategic shift, or just the latest buzzword to justify cuts? Feels like every tech company is suddenly 'all in' on AI, and then layoffs follow. Is this a real trend or a convenient excuse? What does this mean for teams outside of the AI focus areas? Anyone feeling extra nervous about their role or team given this direction? Just trying to process what this means for the company and for us.

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·58d ago

It's definitely a tough situation for those affected, and the pattern of tech companies restructuring around new priorities is becoming all too familiar. The emphasis on this new tech feels like a significant gamble, and I worry about the impact on established products and the teams that built them. Hopefully, the company has a clear vision beyond the immediate buzz, but the uncertainty for those remaining is palpable.