Meta Platforms, Inc. is set to lay off approximately 200 employees in Silicon Valley, California, with 124 positions being cut in Burlingame and 74 in Sunnyvale, effective in late May. This move follows earlier layoffs in March and January 2026 that affected over 1,200 roles across various departments, including recruiting and sales. CEO Mark Zuckerberg has indicated a strategic shift towards utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance operational efficiency. The company plans to significantly increase its capital expenditure on AI, projecting a 75% rise to between $115–135 billion this year, primarily for AI infrastructure. Despite these layoffs, Meta continues to hire for key positions, including appointing Alexander Wang as chief AI officer. A spokesperson for Meta stated that the company regularly restructures to meet its goals and seeks to provide other opportunities for affected employees.