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

Feb 24, 2026

Livspace Cuts Workforce to Automate Design and Sales

Home interior and renovation unicorn Livspace has announced the layoff of approximately , employ...

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Feb 23, 2026

Livspace Cuts Workforce to Automate Design and Sales

Volkswagen is Cutting of its German Workforce and Slashing Wages

Volkswagen Group has announced a drastic restructuring plan that includes cutting approximately ,...

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Feb 19, 2026

Volkswagen is Cutting of its German Workforce and Slashing Wages

Spotify Layoffs Signal Move Toward Autonomous Operations

Spotify has announced a major restructuring plan to reduce its global workforce by approximately ...

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Feb 17, 2026

Industry

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

Survey & Report

AI Boosts Output, Not Layoffs: New ICRIER-OpenAI Study Defends India’s IT Jobs

A new landmark study released on February 14, 2026, by the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) and supported by OpenAI, suggests that India’s IT sector is successfully navigating the Generative AI (GenAI) transition. Contrary to global fears of mass layoffs, the report titled “AI and Jobs: This Time Is No Different” […]

Feb 14, 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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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

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Salesforce Cuts Under 1,000 Jobs in Latest Push for AI Innovation

Enterprise software giant Salesforce has initiated a fresh round of layoffs, affecting fewer than 1,000 employees across various departments. While the company has seen significant growth in its cloud and AI-driven services, this latest workforce reduction signals a continued focus on operational efficiency and bottom-line profitability amid a shifting macroeconomic environment. Strategic Realignment and Efficiency […]

Feb 11, 2026

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Aumovio Layoffs: Auto Tech Giant to Cut 1,000 Jobs in India

German automotive technology giant Aumovio has announced a significant reduction in its Indian workforce. As part of a global overhaul of its Research and Development (R&D) operations, the company plans to trim approximately 1,000 positions in India, representing roughly 16% of its local staff. This decision reflects a broader strategy to streamline costs and sharpen […]

Feb 11, 2026

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Maersk Layoffs 2026: Shipping Giant Cuts 1,000 Jobs

Shipping giant A.P. Moller-Maersk has announced a significant workforce reduction of 1,000 positions following a sharp decline in quarterly profits. The Danish logistics leader is grappling with a volatile freight market characterized by overcapacity and fluctuating demand, forcing a tightening of operational expenses to maintain its financial stability. Financial Downturn and Market Pressures The decision […]

Feb 6, 2026

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Pinterest Just Terminated Members of Its Engineering Team

Pinterest has reportedly terminated two software engineers following an internal investigation into the creation of a custom “layoff tracker.” The tool was developed by employees to monitor job cuts after the company announced a major restructuring plan. This incident has sparked a heated debate regarding workplace transparency and the boundaries of internal data usage. The […]

Feb 5, 2026

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Washington Post is Reducing its Workforce by 33%

The Washington Post has announced a massive restructuring plan that includes laying off approximately one-third of its entire workforce. The decision, which affects every department from the newsroom to the advertising and technology wings, marks one of the most drastic staff reductions in the publication’s 146-year history. The Scale of the Reductions at Washington Post […]

Feb 5, 2026

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Amazon AWS VP Greg Pearson Sends Emotional Memo to Staff

Amazon has initiated a massive new wave of workforce reductions, reportedly cutting approximately 16,000 positions across its global operations. Amidst the turmoil, Greg Pearson, Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Marketing for Amazon Web Services (AWS), issued a poignant memo to the remaining staff, urging them to “take care of each other” as the cloud […]

Feb 4, 2026