Oracle hires new CFO after layoffs; says demand for AI, cloud rising

 Oracle has initiated a new week by appointing Hilary Maxson as its new Chief Financial Officer, following recent widespread layoffs. This move comes as the software giant invests heavily in AI infrastructure, taking on significant debt. Maxson, with extensive financial experience, aims to ensure disciplined investment for customer and shareholder value amidst Oracle’s ambitious cloud and AI expansion plans. Oracle has initiated a new week by appointing Hilary Maxson as its new Chief Financial Officer, following recent widespread layoffs. This move comes as the software giant invests heavily in AI infrastructure, taking on significant debt. Maxson, with extensive financial experience, aims to ensure disciplined investment for customer and shareholder value amidst Oracle’s ambitious cloud and AI expansion plans.