Microsoft security division lays off hundreds, new security head replaces at least 8 senior executives

Odaily reports that Microsoft, the world's largest cybersecurity software provider, is comprehensively restructuring its security business division. Hayete Gallot, who officially took over Microsoft's security business in February this year, has led the reallocation of more team resources to focus on developing various AI security products. To advance the company's security system and AI transformation, Microsoft's new security head Hayete Gallot has replaced at least 8 executives who previously reported to former security head Charlie Bell. Meanwhile, Microsoft's security division has laid off hundreds of employees.