US tech giant Oracle has initiated one of the largest layoffs in the tech sector, with reports indicating that nearly 30,000 employees globally have been affected, including around 12,000 job cuts in India.

The layoffs are part of a broader restructuring strategy as Oracle shifts focus toward artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure expansion. Internal communications to employees suggested that several roles were being eliminated as part of efforts to streamline operations and reduce redundancy.

Industry analysts say the move reflects a wider transformation in the tech sector, where companies are reallocating resources toward AI-driven technologies. Oracle is reportedly investing heavily in large-scale data centre infrastructure to compete with global cloud leaders.

The layoffs have raised concerns about job stability in India’s IT sector, especially as traditional software and support roles face disruption due to automation and evolving technological demands. Experts warn that more job cuts could follow as companies continue restructuring around AI capabilities.

The development is being closely

watched as a potential indicator of future workforce trends in the global technology industry.

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