Tech Layoffs 2026 – 170,777 Jobs Cut

In 2026, 50 tech companies have cut a combined 170,777 jobs, averaging 13.7% of workforce per company, with AI adoption cited as the primary driver. Oracle conducted a 30,000-person restructuring, and Meta cut 16,000 jobs, as tech firms reshape workforces around artificial intelligence capabilities.

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 | |---|---|---|---|---| |