Massive layoff reports are wildly inaccurate

MCV Staff 7th May 2009 Business News

Reports of job cuts taking place at Microsoft’s in-game ad firm Massive Inc are wildly inaccurate”, according to a company spokesperson.

On Wednesday news emerged that Microsoft’s sustained cost-cutting measures had resulted in a 75 per cent workforce reduction at its in-game advertising firm Massive.

Speaking to Develop, a company spokesperson has denied the extent of the layoff measures.

While yesterday’s job eliminations included full-time employees who work for Massive, the reports of a 75 percent workforce reduction are wildly inaccurate,” he said.

Full story at Develop.

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