IBM to Fire Thousands Amid AI Shift 🤖

IBM announced plans to fire thousands of employees.

But Why is IBM making this move? The market is shifting due to AI and automation, and legacy workers don't have the necessary skills.

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IBM CEO Arvind Krishna confirmed AI agents have already replaced 200 HR staff — and the pace is accelerating.

IBM isn’t alone: Massive layoffs are sweeping Big Tech as companies pivot to AI-first strategies.

Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, and Intel have all made significant cuts in 2023–24, citing automation and evolving tech demands.

If you’re still stuck on old skills, wake up: The problems you solve today aren’t the problems you’ll be solving tomorrow.

Key Takeaways:
1. IBM plans to cut 2,700–8,100 jobs (1–3% of workforce) in Q4 2024 (IBM, CNBC)
2. 200 HR roles already replaced by AI agents — with more on the line (Bloomberg)
3. Layoffs target legacy roles; growth is in AI, cloud, and chip design
4. Microsoft, Amazon, Meta among other tech giants also slashing thousands (Layoffs.fyi)
5. Market is NOT hiring; upskilling is the only shield against obsolescence
6. SNAP benefits for 43 million Americans at risk — government safety nets are no guarantee

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:17 - IBM's Announcement
03:30 - Addressing Comments
07:40 - AI Skills vs Legacy Skills
09:20 - High Demand Skills
11:08 - What You Can Do!
12:30 - Final Thoughts

References:

https://www.wsj.com/business/ibm-to-lay-off-thousands-of-employees-before-end-of-year-3b293c50?

https://www.cnbc.com/2025/11/04/ibm-layoffs-fourth-quarter.html

https://www.reuters.com/business/world-at-work/ibm-cut-thousands-roles-focus-software-growth-bloomberg-news-reports-2025-11-04/



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