Apple Cuts 614 Jobs in California, Cancels Electric Car Project

The layoffs come as Apple refocuses on artificial intelligence, amid broader challenges including decreased iPhone sales and legal battles.

Apple has laid off 614 workers in California, marking its first major job cuts since the pandemic, after canceling its self-driving electric car project, known as Project Titan.
The layoffs affect employees across eight offices in Santa Clara, including roles such as machine shop managers, product design engineers, and hardware engineers.
The decision to scrap the electric car project came as Apple shifts its focus towards artificial intelligence, with some employees being transferred to AI roles.
The move reflects broader challenges Apple faces, including flagging iPhone sales in China, legal battles in the US and EU, and its slow embrace of AI technology.
Analysts are divided on Apple's outlook, with concerns over its focus and ability to compete in critical areas like AI, despite its ongoing efforts in new technologies such as robotics and mixed reality.