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Efficiency Over Staffing? Oracle Signals Job Cuts Linked to AI Progress

Mar 13, 2026

Atlassian is Cutting , Jobs Roles Cut in India

Software giant Atlassian has announced a major restructuring plan that involves laying off approxima...

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Mar 12, 2026

Atlassian is Cutting , Jobs Roles Cut in India

Volkswagen Job Cuts , Positions at Risk as Automaker Faces Crisis

Volkswagen Group has announced a massive restructuring plan involving the reduction of , jobs a...

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Mar 11, 2026

Volkswagen Job Cuts , Positions at Risk as Automaker Faces Crisis

Tech Mahindra Issues Formal Denial Over , Mass Layoff Rumors

IT major Tech Mahindra has officially refuted widespread social media rumors regarding potential lar...

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Mar 10, 2026

Tech Mahindra Issues Formal Denial Over , Mass Layoff Rumors

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Flipkart Layoffs 2026: 300 Employees Exit Following Annual Performance Review

Walmart-owned e-commerce giant Flipkart has confirmed the exit of approximately 300 employees as of March 2026. The company stated that these departures are a direct result of its routine annual performance review cycle, a standard practice designed to align the workforce with the organization’s evolving strategic goals. While initial reports suggested the number could be […]

Mar 10, 2026

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Morgan Stanley Layoffs 2026: 2,500 Jobs Cut Despite Record $70B Revenue

On March 5, 2026, investment banking giant Morgan Stanley announced the elimination of approximately 2,500 positions, representing roughly 3% of its global workforce. This strategic reduction comes as a surprise to many, as the firm recently reported a record-breaking financial year with $70.6 billion in total revenue for 2025. Strategic Optimization Across Core Divisions The layoffs are broad in […]

Mar 6, 2026

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

Amazon extensive restructuring efforts have reached a new frontier, with the company’s specialized robotics division now facing a round of job cuts. This move marks a strategic shift for the tech giant, which has historically prioritized aggressive expansion in its automation and fulfillment technology sectors. Strategic Realignment in Amazon Robotics Unit The layoffs primarily impact […]

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

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