Layoffs: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: May 2025

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Volvo Faces Market Challenges, Implements , Job Cuts

May 27, 2025

Walmart Summons Employees for In-Person Layoff Meetings

Walmart, the worlds largest retailer, has reportedly begun summoning employees to its offices for i...

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May 26, 2025

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Luminar Technologies Announces New Layoffs Amid CEO Exit

Luminar Technologies, a leading lidar technology company, has initiated another round of workforce r...

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May 24, 2025

Tech Layoffs Microsoft, Google, Amazon Cut Thousands of Jobs

The global tech industry is witnessing another wave of mass layoffs in , with over , jobs e...

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May 23, 2025

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IBM Rehires After AI-Driven Layoffs Backfire

IBM ambitious push toward AI-driven automation has taken an unexpected turn. After laying off nearly 8,000 employees in 2023—primarily from its human resources (HR) division—the tech giant has now begun rehiring staff to fill critical gaps left by automation. The layoffs were part of IBM’s strategy to streamline operations and cut costs using its AI-powered […]

May 22, 2025

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H1B Debate Heats Up as Walmart Slashes 1,500 Jobs

Retail giant Walmart has announced plans to eliminate 1,500 corporate jobs in the United States as part of a cost-cutting and organizational restructuring effort. The layoffs, which will impact employees at Walmart’s headquarters in Bentonville, Arkansas, as well as staff in other US office locations, have sparked renewed debate over the H1B visa program and […]

May 22, 2025

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Dailyhunt Parent VerSe Innovation Cuts 350 Jobs

VerSe Innovation, the parent company of Dailyhunt and Josh, has announced plans to lay off 350 employees as part of a strategic restructuring aimed at boosting profitability and accelerating investments in artificial intelligence (AI). The move comes amid declining revenues and a broader effort to streamline operations while focusing on growth segments. Reasons Behind the […]

May 17, 2025

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Amazon Cuts 100 Jobs in Devices and Services Unit

Amazon has announced the elimination of approximately 100 jobs within its Devices and Services division, marking another step in its ongoing corporate restructuring efforts. The layoffs, confirmed on May 15, 2025, affect teams responsible for developing products such as Kindle, Echo smart speakers, Alexa voice assistant, and Zoox autonomous vehicles. The move aligns with CEO […]

May 16, 2025

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NASA Eliminates Diversity Office, Including Indian-Origin DEI Chief

NASA has officially terminated its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, leading to the dismissal of Neela Rajendra, the agency’s Indian-origin DEI chief. The move follows President Donald Trump’s executive order, which mandates the elimination of DEI initiatives across federal agencies. Neela Rajendra, who previously served as Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at NASA’s […]

May 15, 2025

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Microsoft AI Director Among 6,000 Employees Laid Off

Microsoft has announced a major workforce reduction, laying off 6,000 employees globally, including Gabriela de Queiroz, the company’s Director of AI. The layoffs represent 3% of Microsoft’s total workforce, reflecting a significant reduction in staff. They are part of a broader restructuring effort designed to streamline operations and accelerate AI-driven automation. Gabriela, who played a […]

May 15, 2025

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Luxury Brand Burberry Announces Major Job Cuts

British luxury fashion brand Burberry has announced plans to cut 1,700 jobs globally as part of a major cost-cutting initiative aimed at stabilizing its business. The decision comes amid declining sales, economic uncertainty, and a broader slowdown in the luxury market. Despite these challenges, Burberry reported better-than-expected financial results, narrowly avoiding a loss for the […]

May 15, 2025

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Chegg to Lay Off 22% of Workforce Amid AI Disruptions

Chegg, a leading online education company, has announced plans to lay off 22% of its workforce, impacting approximately 248 employees. The decision comes as AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT and Google’s AI Overviews reshape the education technology (edtech) industry, leading to declining web traffic and reduced demand for traditional learning platforms. The layoffs are part […]

May 14, 2025

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Thousands Fired Overnight! Microsoft Workforce Overhaul

Microsoft has announced a major workforce reduction, laying off approximately 6,000 employees, which accounts for 3% of its global workforce. The layoffs, confirmed on May 13, 2025, mark the company’s largest job cuts in over two years, affecting employees across all levels, teams, and geographies. The decision comes despite strong financial performance, with Microsoft reporting […]

May 14, 2025

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Nissan Crisis Deepens: 20,000 Employees Face Job Cuts

Nissan Motor Co. has announced a significant workforce reduction, doubling its planned job cuts to 20,000 employees globally. The decision, reported by Japan’s national broadcaster NHK, comes as part of a massive restructuring effort aimed at stabilizing operations and addressing financial losses. The layoffs, which now account for 15% of Nissan’s total workforce, reflect the […]

May 13, 2025

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IBM Replaces 200 HR Professionals with AI Agents

IBM has announced a significant shift in its workforce strategy, replacing 200 human resources (HR) professionals with AI-powered agents. The move, confirmed by CEO Arvind Krishna, is part of IBM’s broader effort to automate routine HR tasks, improve efficiency, and redirect resources toward high-value roles such as software engineering, sales, and marketing. While IBM has […]

May 12, 2025

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Japanese Tech Giant Panasonic Announces Massive Job Cuts

Panasonic Holdings has announced a significant workforce reduction, planning to cut 10,000 jobs globally as part of a major restructuring initiative. The move, which represents 4% of the company’s total workforce, is aimed at boosting profitability, streamlining operations, and exiting non-growth business segments. The layoffs will be equally divided, affecting 5,000 employees in Japan and […]

May 12, 2025