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Broadcom plans to cull VMware staff after $61bn merger closes - report

The rumours circulate following Broadcom’s statement around VMware's cloud strategy

04 August 2023 • 1 min read

Broadcom plans to cull VMware staff after $61bn merger closes - report

Broadcom is reportedly planning to make major layoffs at VMware as its $61bn acquisition of the cloud company nears the ribbon cutting ceremony. According to sources speaking to Business Insid...

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