New Delhi: AI is changing the way of people work across the technology industry, and Oracle is now becoming one of the clearest examples of this recent shift of AI. Oracle is been reported they are considering another round of layoffs that might affect 7,000 to 10,000 employees globally, with thousands of employees in India and potentially impacted. Oracle has not officially confirmed the latest job cuts. Possible layoffs come after the Oracle already reduced its workforce by around 21,000 employees during fiscal 2026.
Oracle’s annual report also stated that the use of AI across its operations has already resulted in workforce reductions and it might going to lead to further cuts in the future.
AI changing everyday work at Oracle
AI is not simply a latest technology being added to the workplace. It has changing how many tasks are performed. AI tools can help with coding, software testing, data analysis, customer support, documentation and other routine activities. Tasks that once was required some hours of manual work can now be completed faster with AI assistance. This enables companies to reduce the repetitive work and aim employees on more complex tasks. Same time, it means several traditional roles might no longer require the similar number of employees.
Oracle is also investing massively in cloud computing and AI infrastructure. It creates a difficult situation for employees, while the Oracle is extending its AI-related business, it is also looking for ways to control costs and reduce spending across teams.
What it means for Indian employees
India is an main part of Oracle’s global workforce, with the large teams working in engineering, cloud services, technology and support. Any board workforce reduction might therefore have a major impact on Indian employees. Several reports indicated might see more changes in their roles as Oracle increases its use of AI. Employees might need learn latest AI tools, to improve their technical skills and take on responsbilities that require more human decision-making.
The message is becoming clear AI might not replace every job, but it is changing the skills companies likely from workers. Oracle’s new developments show how quickly this transformation is taking place across the technology sector.
