Sony Announces Plans to Discontinue DVD & Blu-ray manufacturing, Lay Off 250 Employees
Friday, 12 July 2024, 14:30
Sony to Phase Out DVD & Blu-ray Production
Sony has revealed plans to discontinue the manufacturing of recordable Blu-ray discs and other optical media at its facilities in Miyagi prefecture, Japan.
Impact on Workforce
- 250 employees will be laid off as a result of this decision.
Strategic Shift
- Sony is moving towards digital media solutions due to the decline in demand for physical media formats.
This move reflects the company's commitment to reallocate resources and improve operational efficiency.
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