The Ongoing Wave of Tech Layoffs in 2025
The tech industry continues to face significant layoffs in 2025, with over 22,000 workers affected so far this year. This follows a staggering 150,000 job cuts across 549 companies in 2024, as tracked by Layoffs.fyi. The trend underscores the human impact of businesses increasingly embracing AI and automation.
Monthly Breakdown of Tech Layoffs
- July 2025: Intel plans to lay off nearly 2,400 workers in Oregon, while Indeed and Glassdoor announce 1,300 job cuts combined.
- June 2025: 1,606 employees laid off, including significant cuts at TomTom and Rivian.
- May 2025: 10,397 employees laid off, with Microsoft cutting over 6,500 jobs.
- April 2025: More than 24,500 employees laid off, including major reductions at Intel and Meta.
- March 2025: 8,834 employees laid off, with Block and Siemens among the affected companies.
- February 2025: 16,234 employees laid off, including cuts at Google and Blue Origin.
- January 2025: 2,403 employees laid off, with Stripe and Meta announcing reductions.
Notable Layoffs and Their Implications
- Microsoft: Continues to streamline operations with multiple rounds of layoffs, totaling thousands of jobs.
- Intel: Significant cuts in Oregon and its Foundry division, reflecting broader industry challenges.
- Indeed + Glassdoor: Combining operations and focusing on AI, leading to 1,300 job losses.
- Eigen Lab: Laid off 29 employees as part of a reorganization, despite recent funding.
The Broader Impact
These layoffs highlight the volatile nature of the tech industry, driven by economic uncertainties, shifts towards AI, and the need for operational efficiency. Companies are restructuring to stay competitive, but the human cost remains significant.
For the latest updates on tech layoffs, stay tuned to our tracker.
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