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Updated on: Mar 2026

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Tech Mahindra Issues Formal Denial Over , Mass Layoff Rumors

Mar 10, 2026

Flipkart Layoffs Employees Exit Following Annual Performance Review

Walmart-owned e-commerce giant Flipkart has confirmed the exit of approximately employees as of ...

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Mar 10, 2026

Morgan Stanley Layoffs , Jobs Cut Despite Record B Revenue

On March , , investment banking giant Morgan Stanley announced the elimination of approximately...

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Mar 6, 2026

Amazon Robotics Layoffs Automation Division Hit by New Wave of Job Cuts

Amazon extensive restructuring efforts have reached a new frontier, with the companys specialized r...

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Mar 6, 2026

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Proximus CEO Defends 15% Headcount Reduction as Key to Fiber Future

Belgian telecom leader Proximus has unveiled a major strategic overhaul that will see the elimination of 1,200 jobs by 2030. Announced on February 27, 2026, during a presentation to investors, the plan aims to leverage artificial intelligence and automation to drive efficiency and reduce annual costs by approximately €180 million. Proximus AI-Driven Restructuring and Job […]

Mar 3, 2026

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eBay Trims 6% of Workforce to Fund Next-Gen Tech and Depop Integration

eBay announced on February 26, 2026, that it is cutting approximately 800 jobs, representing roughly 6% of its global workforce. This marks the third consecutive year of significant layoffs for the San Jose-based e-commerce giant, following a 9% reduction in early 2024 and a 4% cut in 2023. eBay Strategic Realignment Amidst Growth The layoffs […]

Feb 27, 2026

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Why Sam Altman Says AI is Being Falsely Blamed for Job Losses

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has sounded the alarm on a deceptive corporate trend he calls “AI Washing.” Speaking at the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi on February 23, 2026, Altman accused several companies of falsely blaming artificial intelligence for mass layoffs to mask more traditional business failures, such as over-hiring and poor financial planning. […]

Feb 24, 2026

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Livspace Cuts 12% Workforce to Automate Design and Sales

Home interior and renovation unicorn Livspace has announced the layoff of approximately 1,000 employees, representing roughly 12% of its workforce. The move, confirmed in February 2026, coincides with the company’s pivot toward becoming an “AI-native agentic organization” and the departure of co-founder Saurabh Jain after an 11-year tenure. Transition to an AI-Native Model Livspace described the job cuts as a “strategic […]

Feb 23, 2026

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Volkswagen is Cutting 10% of its German Workforce and Slashing Wages

Volkswagen Group has announced a drastic restructuring plan that includes cutting approximately 35,000 jobs in Germany by 2030. This decision marks a historic shift for Europe’s largest automaker as it struggles with high manufacturing costs, fierce competition from Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, and a sluggish global transition to battery-powered cars. Unprecedented Plant Closures and […]

Feb 19, 2026

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Spotify Layoffs Signal Move Toward Autonomous Operations

Spotify has announced a major restructuring plan to reduce its global workforce by approximately 17%. Despite reporting strong financial results in recent quarters, the music streaming giant will part ways with roughly 1,500 employees to streamline its operations and transition toward a more “efficient” business model. The Paradox: Layoffs Amidst Profitability The timing of the announcement has surprised […]

Feb 17, 2026

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Tech Layoffs 2026: 30,000 Jobs Cut by Amazon, Salesforce, and 25 Others

The global technology sector has faced a turbulent start to 2026, with nearly 30,000 employee layoffs in the first 40 days of the year. Data from industry trackers like Layoffs.fyi reveals that at least 27 major companies, led by giants like Amazon and Salesforce, have implemented deep workforce cuts as they pivot toward AI-centric operations and […]

Feb 16, 2026

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Why Nike-Owned Converse is Cutting Jobs to Fuel Growth

Converse, the iconic footwear brand owned by Nike, has announced a significant corporate restructuring aimed at streamlining operations and fueling long-term global growth. This strategic realignment follows a series of broader cost-cutting measures initiated by its parent company, Nike Inc., which is currently navigating a challenging retail environment and shifting consumer preferences. Converse Strategic Realignment […]

Feb 14, 2026

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Musk’s xAI Faces Talent Shake-up as Key Engineers Exit

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence venture, xAI, is navigating a period of significant internal transition marked by the departure of several high-profile engineers. Despite these leadership exits, Musk has pivoted public attention toward an audacious long-term vision: establishing autonomous, AI-driven manufacturing facilities on the moon. Leadership Churn at xAI Recent reports confirm that xAI has seen […]

Feb 13, 2026

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Google Launches Third Voluntary Buyout Round in 8 Months

In a significant move toward an “AI-first” future, Google has reportedly introduced a voluntary exit program for its Global Business Organization (GBO). This initiative follows a year of record-breaking financial success, with parent company Alphabet reaching a $400 billion revenue milestone in 2025. Despite these profits, the company is urging staff to either fully commit […]

Feb 12, 2026

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UBS is Moving High-Tech Roles from Zurich to Indian Hubs

UBS has initiated a significant restructuring of its global workforce following its historic takeover of Credit Suisse. The banking giant has confirmed plans to eliminate approximately 3,000 jobs in its home market of Switzerland as part of a massive $10 billion cost-cutting exercise. Simultaneously, the bank is aggressively expanding its operations in India, signaling a […]

Feb 12, 2026

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Telstra Offshores AI Roles; Jobs Cut as Tech Work Shifts to India

In a strategic move to accelerate its digital transformation, Australian telecommunications giant Telstra has announced the cutting of 209 jobs from its Data and AI joint venture with Accenture. The decision was revealed on February 10, 2026. It involves shifting a significant portion of artificial intelligence and data operations to India to leverage global expertise […]

Feb 11, 2026