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Google will be conducting layoffs that will affect 280 employees who work in the core division. The core division focuses on developing technological foundation and security measures at Google. These job cuts will affect major technical teams that develop technical infrastructure, app platforms, and security foundations. Google will also lay off its entire Python development team, and several engineers who work in information technology. At least a quarter of the layoffs will occur at Google offices in California. Some of these positions will be outsourced to Mexico and India, and Google stated that this will allow the company to have larger workforces in areas with large user markets, and be close to other partners and developers at the company. Labor costs in Mexico and India are also cheaper than in the United States, and the changes will reduce costs. Affected employees will be able to apply for other positions at Google, and will also be provided with outplacement services.