2026 Tech Layoffs: The Complete List & What's Next
The tech layoff wave continues to reshape the industry in 2026. Last year witnessed over 150,000 job cuts across 549 companies, according to independent tracker Layoffs.fyi. So far this year, more than 22,000 workers have been impacted by reductions, with a staggering 16,084 cuts taking place in February alone. This trend isn't merely a correction; it signals a fundamental shift in how tech companies operate, driven by economic pressures, over-hiring during the pandemic boom, and the rapid integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation. This comprehensive tracker provides insight into the trajectory of these cutbacks and their impact on innovation across all types of companies.
Understanding the 2026 Tech Layoff Landscape
The current wave of tech layoffs differs from previous downturns. While economic factors play a role, the increasing adoption of AI and automation is a significant driver. Companies are streamlining operations, focusing on profitability, and investing heavily in AI-driven solutions, often resulting in redundancies in roles that can be automated. This isn't just affecting junior positions; we're seeing cuts across all levels, including management and engineering. The focus is shifting towards specialized AI talent, creating a skills gap and further disruption in the job market.
Monthly Breakdown of Tech Layoffs (2026)
Below is a detailed breakdown of tech layoffs by month, updated regularly. We aim to provide the most current and accurate information available. If you have information about a layoff not listed, please contact us here. Anonymity is respected.
December 2026: 300 Employees Laid Off
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November 2026: 8,932 Employees Laid Off
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October 2026: 18,510 Employees Laid Off
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September 2026: 4,152 Employees Laid Off
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August 2026: 6,302 Employees Laid Off
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July 2026: 16,327 Employees Laid Off
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June 2026: 1,606 Employees Laid Off
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May 2026: 10,397 Employees Laid Off
April 2026: More than 24,500 Employees Laid Off
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March 2026: 8,834 Employees Laid Off
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February 2026: 16,234 Employees Laid Off
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January 2026: 2,403 Employees Laid Off
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Detailed Layoff Reports (By Company)
Here's a closer look at specific companies that have announced layoffs in 2026:
December 2026
- Payoneer: Approximately 30 employees in Israel and a similar number overseas (roughly 6% of global workforce).
- VSCO: 24 employees laid off as part of a restructuring, refocusing on professional photographers. Consumer demand fell short of expectations.
- Mobileye: Reportedly cutting 200 employees (about 4% of its global workforce), primarily in Israel.
- Inside Inbound Health: Shut down operations on December 1, despite raising over $50 million.
November 2026
- Intel: 59 Bay Area jobs eliminated.
- HP: Reportedly planning to cut 4,000 to 6,000 jobs worldwide by 2028, streamlining operations and leveraging AI.
- Apple: Cutting sales positions to streamline business, school, and government sales.
- Monarch Tractor: Potential layoff of over 100 workers or complete shutdown.
- Playtika: Announced plans to lay off about 20% of its workforce (700-800 employees), its fifth round of cuts since 2022.
- Pipe: Laid off about 200 employees (roughly half its workforce) to pursue profitability.
- Synopsys: Plans to cut roughly 10% of its workforce (about 2,000 employees) as part of a restructuring related to its Ansys acquisition.
- Deepwatch: Laid off between 60 and 80 employees, citing AI as a contributing factor.
- Axonius: Reportedly cutting roughly 10% of its staff (about 100 employees).
- MyBambu: Closing local operations, laying off all 141 employees.
- Hewlett-Packard: Removing 52 positions at its San Jose campus.
October 2026
- Amazon: Eliminating approximately 14,000 roles across corporate departments. 660 employees laid off in New York City alone.
- Rivian: Cutting 600 jobs (about 4% of its workforce) amid EV market challenges.
- Meta: Laid off approximately 600 employees in its AI infrastructure units, but top-tier AI hires in TBD Labs are unaffected.
- Applied Materials: Plans to cut about 4% of its workforce (roughly 1,400 jobs) due to U.S. semiconductor export controls.
- Handshake: Laid off around 100 employees (about 15% of its U.S. workforce).
- Smartsheet: Laid off over 120 employees following a leadership transition.
- Google: Cut over 100 design roles in its cloud division, shifting focus to AI investments.
- Paycom: Laying off over 500 employees due to AI and automation improvements.
September 2026
- Just Eat: Eliminating around 450 jobs as part of a cost-cutting review, increasing automation and AI usage.
- Fiverr: Cutting around 250 jobs (approximately 30% of its workforce) to become leaner and AI-focused.
- ZipRecruiter: Closing its Tel Aviv development center, cutting about 80 jobs.
- GupShup: Laid off at least 100 employees, following previous cuts.
- xAI: Laid off about a third of its data annotation team (roughly 500 jobs), shifting focus to specialist AI roles.
- Rivian: Laid off about 200 workers (1.5% of staff) due to the end of federal EV tax credits.
- Oracle: Cutting another 101 jobs in Seattle and 254 in San Francisco.
- Salesforce: Trimming another 262 jobs at its San Francisco headquarters.
August 2026
- Cisco: Eliminating 221 positions across its Milpitas and San Francisco offices.
- Restaurant365: Laid off about 100 employees (around 9% of its workforce).
- Oracle: Cutting 101 jobs in Santa Clara and 161 in Seattle.
- F5: Cutting 106 positions in Seattle and Liberty Lake, Washington.
- Peloton: Cutting 6% of its workforce.
- Kaltura: Cutting 10% of its workforce (about 70 employees) to reduce operating expenses.
- Yotpo: Laying off about 200 employees (roughly 34% of its global workforce) and shutting down its email/SMS marketing operations.
- Windsurf: Laid off 30 employees and offering buyouts to the remaining 200.
- Wondery: Cutting 100 jobs and its CEO departing as Amazon reorganizes its audio operations.
The Future of Tech Employment
The tech industry is undergoing a significant transformation. While these layoffs are painful, they also represent an opportunity for innovation and growth. The demand for skilled AI professionals will continue to rise, and companies will need to invest in reskilling and upskilling their workforce. The future of tech employment will likely be characterized by a smaller, more specialized workforce focused on developing and implementing AI-driven solutions. Staying adaptable and embracing continuous learning will be crucial for success in this evolving landscape.
Resources and Support
If you have been affected by a tech layoff, here are some resources that may be helpful:
- Layoffs.fyi: A comprehensive tracker of tech layoffs.
- GearTech Job Board: A curated list of tech job openings.
- LinkedIn: Networking and job searching.
This list is updated regularly. Last updated: December 6, 2026.
On April 24, 2025, we corrected the number of layoffs that happened in March.