BBC News reported that Microsoft would offer voluntary buyouts to eligible employees in teams across Canada, India, the UK and the US. The reported 60,000 figure describes the offer's reach, not confirmed departures or a completed layoff count.
What the source says
Voluntary buyout offer for around 60,000 workers; departures not reported
Status and limits
Reported · Canada, India, UK and US · eligible teams · Event date: 2026-10-26. Last reviewed: 2026-10-30. This entry does not establish current headcount, a future layoff, or an individual worker’s job security.