"The tech layoff wave is still kicking in 2025. Last year saw more than 150,000 job cuts across 549 companies, according to independent layoffs tracker Layoffs.fyi. So far this year, more than 22,000 workers have been the victim of reductions across the tech industry, with a staggering 16,084 cuts taking place in February alone. We're tracking layoffs in the tech industry in 2025 so you can see the trajectory of the cutbacks and understand the impact on innovation across all types of companies."
"As businesses continue to embrace AI and automation, this tracker serves as a reminder of the human impact of layoffs and what could be at stake with increased innovation. Below you'll find a comprehensive list of all the known tech layoffs that have occurred in 2025, which will be updated regularly. If you have a tip on a layoff, contact us here. If you prefer to remain anonymous, you can contact us here."
"Details of the latest layoffs remain undisclosed, while earlier cuts in June and September affected 100 to 150 employees in its commercial and manufacturing teams. Will reportedly lay off approximately 600 employees across its AI infrastructure units, including the Fundamental Artificial Intelligence Research (FAIR) team and other product-related roles. However, top-tier AI hires in TBD Labs, managed by new chief AI officer Alexandr Wang, will not be affected."
The tech sector sustained large-scale layoffs into 2025 after more than 150,000 job cuts across 549 companies last year. More than 22,000 workers have been cut so far this year, with 16,084 reductions occurring in February alone. Companies cited market pullbacks, automation and shifting priorities as drivers of reductions. Several firms announced targeted cuts — roughly 600 roles in some units, repeated layoffs for others, and proposals to cut about 4% of workforces to streamline amid export-control pressures. Some layoffs affected recruiting and manufacturing teams while select top-tier AI hires remained protected.
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