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Updated on: Mar 2026

Industry

Maharashtra Govt Targets Fake Job Scams and Illegal Layoffs in IT Sector

Mar 19, 2026

Is Your Tech Job Safe? AI Productivity Shift at Meta Could Change Hiring Forever

Meta Platforms is reportedly preparing for its largest workforce reduction in history, with plans to...

Employment

Mar 18, 2026

Is Your Tech Job Safe? AI Productivity Shift at Meta Could Change Hiring Forever

Is Your Role Safe? Meta Set to Reduce Headcount by in AI-First Strategy

Meta Platforms Inc. is reportedly preparing for a significant organizational restructuring that coul...

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Mar 16, 2026

Is Your Role Safe? Meta Set to Reduce Headcount by in AI-First Strategy

Several Roles Cut at Netflix as Part of Global Workforce Realignment

Netflix has initiated a new round of layoffs as part of a broader strategic shift to restructure its...

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Mar 14, 2026

Several Roles Cut at Netflix as Part of Global Workforce Realignment

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

Oracle Corporation is preparing for a new phase of workforce restructuring as the tech giant integrates advanced Artificial Intelligence into its software development lifecycle. The company recently highlighted how AI-driven coding assistants have significantly boosted developer productivity, leading to a re-evaluation of its current staffing requirements across various departments. AI-Driven Productivity and Workforce Impact Oracle’s […]

Mar 13, 2026Read Story

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Atlassian is Cutting 1,600 Jobs; 250 Roles Cut in India

Software giant Atlassian has announced a major restructuring plan that involves laying off approximately 1,600 employees, representing roughly 10% of its global workforce. The move, announced by co-founder and CEO Mike Cannon-Brookes, is designed to “rebalance” the company’s resources as it aggressively pivots toward artificial intelligence and enterprise-level sales. Atlassian Strategic Shift Toward an “AI-First” […]

Mar 12, 2026Read Story

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Volkswagen Job Cuts: 50,000 Positions at Risk as Automaker Faces Crisis

Volkswagen Group has announced a massive restructuring plan involving the reduction of 50,000 jobs across its global operations. The decision follows a significant slump in annual profits, driven by high manufacturing costs, cooling demand in the European market, and fierce competition from Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. This move represents one of the largest workforce […]

Mar 11, 2026Read Story

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Tech Mahindra Issues Formal Denial Over 30,000 Mass Layoff Rumors

IT major Tech Mahindra has officially refuted widespread social media rumors regarding potential large-scale layoffs. In a formal clarification filed with the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) on March 9, 2026, the company stated that no proposal for a significant headcount reduction is currently under consideration. The clarification follows a […]

Mar 10, 2026Read Story

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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, 2026Read Story

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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, 2026Read Story

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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, 2026Read Story

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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, 2026Read Story

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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, 2026Read Story

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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, 2026Read Story

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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, 2026Read Story

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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, 2026Read Story