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Updated on: May 2025
McKinsey Job Cuts Spark AI Debate as Paytm CEO Weighs In
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McKinsey Job Cuts Spark AI Debate as Paytm CEO Weighs In

May 29, 2025

Cars Cuts Jobs, Shuts Down Non-Core Units

Used-car marketplace Cars has announced a fresh round of layoffs, affecting employees across i...

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May 29, 2025
Cars Cuts Jobs, Shuts Down Non-Core Units

IBM Cuts , Jobs as AI Takes Over HR Operations

IBM has announced a major workforce reduction, laying off approximately , employees, with the Hu...

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May 28, 2025
IBM Cuts , Jobs as AI Takes Over HR Operations

McKinsey Layoffs , Jobs Lost as Firm Restructures

McKinsey amp Company, one of the worlds leading management consulting firms, has announced a majo...

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May 28, 2025
McKinsey Layoffs , Jobs Lost as Firm Restructures
Volvo Faces Market Challenges, Implements 3,000 Job Cuts
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Volvo Faces Market Challenges, Implements 3,000 Job Cuts

Sweden-based Volvo Cars has announced plans to cut 3,000 jobs globally as part of a major cost-cutting initiative, citing economic uncertainty, trade tensions, and rising operational costs. The layoffs, which primarily affect white-collar employees, are part of Volvo’s broader restructuring strategy aimed at improving cash flow and long-term sustainability. Breakdown of Job Cuts at Volvo […]

May 27, 2025
Walmart Summons Employees for In-Person Layoff Meetings
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Walmart Summons Employees for In-Person Layoff Meetings

Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, has reportedly begun summoning employees to its offices for in-person termination meetings, raising concerns over workplace ethics and employee well-being. The layoffs, which primarily affect corporate and technology teams, are part of Walmart’s broader restructuring strategy aimed at streamlining operations and reducing costs. A viral LinkedIn post by a Bengaluru-based […]

May 26, 2025
Luminar Technologies Announces New Layoffs Amid CEO Exit
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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 reductions, just days after the abrupt resignation of its CEO and founder, Austin Russell. The company confirmed in a regulatory filing that the layoffs are part of its 2025 Restructuring Plan, aimed at streamlining operations amid ongoing financial challenges. The latest layoffs […]

May 24, 2025
Tech Layoffs: Microsoft, Google, Amazon Cut Thousands of Jobs
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Tech Layoffs: Microsoft, Google, Amazon Cut Thousands of Jobs

The global tech industry is witnessing another wave of mass layoffs in 2025, with over 61,000 jobs eliminated across 130 companies. Major players such as Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and IBM have announced significant workforce reductions, citing economic uncertainty, AI-driven restructuring, and slowing revenue growth as key factors. While each company has framed its layoffs as […]

May 23, 2025
IBM Rehires After AI-Driven Layoffs Backfire
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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
H1B Debate Heats Up as Walmart Slashes 1,500 Jobs
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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
Dailyhunt Parent VerSe Innovation Cuts 350 Jobs
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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
Amazon Cuts 100 Jobs in Devices and Services Unit
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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
NASA Eliminates Diversity Office, Including Indian-Origin DEI Chief
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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
Luxury Brand Burberry Announces Major Job Cuts
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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
Chegg to Lay Off 22% of Workforce Amid AI Disruptions
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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
Thousands Fired Overnight! Microsoft Workforce Overhaul
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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