Google lays off hundreds of 'Core' employees, moves some positions to India and Mexico

Google has recently laid off at least 200 employees from its "Core" teams, which are essential for developing the technical backbone of its major products. This move includes relocating some roles to India and Mexico as part of a broader organizational restructure. The layoffs were announced ahead of Google's positive first-quarter earnings report, which showed a 15% increase in revenue and the initiation of a $70 billion buyback. This restructuring aligns with Google's strategy to optimize operations and expand in lower-cost, high-growth markets despite a rebound in digital advertising.