Meta confirmed layoffs affecting multiple teams, including Threads, recruiting, legal operations, and design, as part of a resource reallocation strategy. A spokesperson stated these changes align with long-term goals and location strategies. While the exact number of affected employees remains undisclosed, reports indicate over a dozen layoffs occurred via video calls. Severance packages of six weeks were offered to some impacted staff. This follows a series of substantial workforce reductions at Meta, totaling over 21,000 employees since 2022 due to post-pandemic adjustments.