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Barclays plans to cut around 5,000 jobs by the end of 2026 as part of a cost-reduction strategy, while increasing its use of artificial intelligence. The bank has already eliminated 1,000 positions and aims to reduce its workforce by about 5%. AI tools are being integrated to automate tasks, although the exact number of job losses linked to this technology remains unspecified. Despite reporting a 12% rise in pre-tax profit, Barclays continues its restructuring efforts, including a £500 million share buyback program.