Meta Platforms is laying off 600 workers in its AI division to improve decision-making and operations. Chief AI Officer Alexandr Wang confirmed the layoffs, affecting AI infrastructure, research, and product teams. US employees were notified of their November 21 termination date, with severance pay and job placement assistance offered. CEO Mark Zuckerberg aims to accelerate AI progress through streamlining processes. Despite the layoffs, Meta continues to invest in AI, including a $27 billion deal for a data center.

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