In 2026, 50 tech companies have cut a combined 170,777 jobs, averaging 13.7% of workforce per company.
The tech industry has been the epicenter of 2026 layoffs, with companies citing AI adoption as the primary driver. From Oracle's 30,000-person restructuring to Meta's 16,000 cuts, tech companies are fundamentally reshaping their workforces around artificial intelligence capabilities.
| Company | People Cut | % of Workforce | Date | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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