Google cuts about 200 staff in global business unit, The Information reports
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May 7 (Reuters) - Google on Tuesday cut about 200 employees across its global business unit, which is responsible for sales and partnerships, The Information reported on Wednesday, citing a person with knowledge of the situation.
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