Leaked web‑native Copilot OS and 4,800 Microsoft layoffs

The prototype relies heavily on cloud-based services and web apps, raising significant questions regarding local software compatibility and offline functionality. While the project demonstrates Microsoft’s vision for an AI-centric user interface, it remains unclear if the concept will transition into a commercial product. Observers note that the shift toward a website-based shell could fundamentally alter how users interact with the operating system.

In a separate development, Microsoft is cutting approximately 4,800 positions, representing roughly 2.5% of its global workforce. Company executives state these layoffs are driven by a shifting work landscape and a need to streamline management layers, particularly within the Xbox division. Despite these organizational changes, the company continues to invest heavily in AI integration across its entire product ecosystem.

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