New survey shows 17,000 open positions in high-tech industry at end of last year, down from 32,900; warns global recovery could bypass Israel if political uncertainty continues
Firings come day after Microsoft says it will reduce staff in coming months, similar decisions by other prominent firms, as sector faces economic downturn
CEO confirms leaked news, explains reductions needed after rapid hiring in recent years; retailer had 1.54 million employees worldwide at the end of September
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