
Monday.com is laying off 20% of its workforce, citing AI as a factor in its restructuring plan. The company aims to focus on an AI-driven growth strategy, although it insists the layoffs are not about replacing employees with AI. This move is part of a broader trend in the tech industry, where companies are adjusting their workforce in response to AI advancements. Despite the job cuts, Monday.com expects significant revenue growth in the coming years.
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