Tech layoffs 2025 update: HP, Grubhub, Autodesk, Ibotta, are the latest to cut jobs and employeesTech industry job cuts rose sharply in late February with companies like HP, Grubhub, and Autodesk announcing layoffs.
Tech giant Meta dumps 3 Bay Area officesMeta is closing three buildings in Fremont as part of a real estate consolidation strategy.The move is linked to a significant reduction in workforce and changes in office leasing strategies.
SF tech CEO lays off hundreds after paying workers $30K to quit last yearAutomattic is laying off 16% of its workforce to improve productivity and profitability amid competitive market challenges.
Tech layoffs 2025 update: HP, Grubhub, Autodesk, Ibotta, are the latest to cut jobs and employeesTech industry job cuts rose sharply in late February with companies like HP, Grubhub, and Autodesk announcing layoffs.
Tech giant Meta dumps 3 Bay Area officesMeta is closing three buildings in Fremont as part of a real estate consolidation strategy.The move is linked to a significant reduction in workforce and changes in office leasing strategies.
SF tech CEO lays off hundreds after paying workers $30K to quit last yearAutomattic is laying off 16% of its workforce to improve productivity and profitability amid competitive market challenges.
Southwest Airlines is cutting 15% of its workforce in its first-ever mass layoff. Read the CEO's full memo to employees.Southwest Airlines is making significant workforce reductions due to profitability issues.
VA plans to lay off as many as 83,000 employees this yearVA plans to lay off tens of thousands of employees to increase workforce efficiency and reduce bureaucracy.
Thousands of Meta employees to be laid off, company saysMeta is initiating performance-based layoffs affecting over 3,000 employees, categorizing them as lowest performers.
Meta to cut roughly 5% of its workforce based on performance | TechCrunchMeta is implementing a 5% workforce reduction focused on performance-based terminations, while still planning to hire new staff.CEO Mark Zuckerberg is raising performance management standards to more rapidly address low performers.
IBM cuts US jobs in Classic Cloud and other groupsIBM is reportedly laying off thousands, with significant impacts on its Cloud Classic division.Reports suggest a strategic workforce reduction, potentially affecting around 9,000 employees across multiple locations.Layoffs appear to be part of ongoing 'Resource Actions' and incentive-driven attrition.
Wall Street layoffs: Morgan Stanley reportedly set to cut 2,000 finance jobsMorgan Stanley plans to lay off around 2,000 workers, primarily for cost-control measures, impacting 2.5% of its workforce.
Southwest Airlines is cutting 15% of its workforce in its first-ever mass layoff. Read the CEO's full memo to employees.Southwest Airlines is making significant workforce reductions due to profitability issues.
VA plans to lay off as many as 83,000 employees this yearVA plans to lay off tens of thousands of employees to increase workforce efficiency and reduce bureaucracy.
Thousands of Meta employees to be laid off, company saysMeta is initiating performance-based layoffs affecting over 3,000 employees, categorizing them as lowest performers.
Meta to cut roughly 5% of its workforce based on performance | TechCrunchMeta is implementing a 5% workforce reduction focused on performance-based terminations, while still planning to hire new staff.CEO Mark Zuckerberg is raising performance management standards to more rapidly address low performers.
IBM cuts US jobs in Classic Cloud and other groupsIBM is reportedly laying off thousands, with significant impacts on its Cloud Classic division.Reports suggest a strategic workforce reduction, potentially affecting around 9,000 employees across multiple locations.Layoffs appear to be part of ongoing 'Resource Actions' and incentive-driven attrition.
Wall Street layoffs: Morgan Stanley reportedly set to cut 2,000 finance jobsMorgan Stanley plans to lay off around 2,000 workers, primarily for cost-control measures, impacting 2.5% of its workforce.
Uncertainty grips HHS as employees await their fate and leadership is left in the dark: 'It's madness'HHS plans to lay off 10,000 employees, creating widespread uncertainty among its workforce.
Doctor Behind Award-Winning Parkinson's Research Among Scientists Purged From NIHTop NIH scientists were dismissed amidst controversial workforce reductions led by HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr.
Thousands of US health agency workers laid off in overhaul led by RFK JrThousands of HHS employees are being dismissed as part of a restructuring plan under the Trump administration, impacting numerous job security and department operations.
CDC, NIH and more health agencies brace for layoffs with DOGE and RFK Jr.'s restructuring. Here's what we know.HHS officials anticipate significant layoffs under restructuring by Secretary Kennedy and his team, affecting multiple agencies within the department.
Uncertainty grips HHS as employees await their fate and leadership is left in the dark: 'It's madness'HHS plans to lay off 10,000 employees, creating widespread uncertainty among its workforce.
Doctor Behind Award-Winning Parkinson's Research Among Scientists Purged From NIHTop NIH scientists were dismissed amidst controversial workforce reductions led by HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr.
Thousands of US health agency workers laid off in overhaul led by RFK JrThousands of HHS employees are being dismissed as part of a restructuring plan under the Trump administration, impacting numerous job security and department operations.
CDC, NIH and more health agencies brace for layoffs with DOGE and RFK Jr.'s restructuring. Here's what we know.HHS officials anticipate significant layoffs under restructuring by Secretary Kennedy and his team, affecting multiple agencies within the department.
With RIFs imminent, the Small Business Administration reoffers its Deferred Resignation ProgramThe SBA is offering a second deferred-resignation opportunity to cope with a significant workforce reduction as part of a reorganization.
Pete Hegseth signs memo to shrink Defense Department's workforce in a bid to boost efficiency and 'incentivize top performers'The Defense Department plans to reduce its civilian workforce by 5 to 8%, aiming for greater efficiency and performance.
The Next Phase of Trump's Large-Scale Work Force Cuts Is UnderwayThe Trump administration's workforce reduction campaign, supported by Elon Musk, is causing confusion and impending layoffs across federal agencies.
USPS agrees to work with DOGE on reform, planning to cut 10K workersUSPS plans significant workforce cuts and budget reductions, seeking efficiency improvements with Elon Musk's assistance.
DOGE Has Deployed Its GSAi Custom Chatbot for 1,500 Federal WorkersElon Musk's GSAi chatbot aims to automate tasks within the General Services Administration, amidst ongoing workforce reductions.
Postal Service Reaches Deal With Musk's Department of Government EfficiencyThe U.S. Postal Service is collaborating with Elon Musk's team to identify efficiencies amidst ongoing financial struggles.
Hegseth says he's meeting with Musk at the Pentagon to discuss 'efficiencies'Defense Secretary Hegseth is meeting Elon Musk to discuss innovation in government efficiency amidst significant workforce cuts.
Security trade-offs and Xs vulnerabilities | App Developer MagazineThe cyberattack on X highlights vulnerabilities stemming from significant staffing cuts and raises questions about internal security measures.X's recent DDoS attack response reveals inadequacies in their security posture due to drastic workforce reductions.
The Next Phase of Trump's Large-Scale Work Force Cuts Is UnderwayThe Trump administration's workforce reduction campaign, supported by Elon Musk, is causing confusion and impending layoffs across federal agencies.
USPS agrees to work with DOGE on reform, planning to cut 10K workersUSPS plans significant workforce cuts and budget reductions, seeking efficiency improvements with Elon Musk's assistance.
DOGE Has Deployed Its GSAi Custom Chatbot for 1,500 Federal WorkersElon Musk's GSAi chatbot aims to automate tasks within the General Services Administration, amidst ongoing workforce reductions.
Postal Service Reaches Deal With Musk's Department of Government EfficiencyThe U.S. Postal Service is collaborating with Elon Musk's team to identify efficiencies amidst ongoing financial struggles.
Hegseth says he's meeting with Musk at the Pentagon to discuss 'efficiencies'Defense Secretary Hegseth is meeting Elon Musk to discuss innovation in government efficiency amidst significant workforce cuts.
Security trade-offs and Xs vulnerabilities | App Developer MagazineThe cyberattack on X highlights vulnerabilities stemming from significant staffing cuts and raises questions about internal security measures.X's recent DDoS attack response reveals inadequacies in their security posture due to drastic workforce reductions.
Workday talks up AI agent amid staff cutsWorkday confirms AI-driven decision-making led to workforce reduction as part of a restructuring plan to focus on its Agent System of Record platform.
FHFA cuts staff as Freddie Mac announces end of remote workFHFA is restructuring and planning to lay off about 10% of its workforce due to office eliminations.
Workday talks up AI agent amid staff cutsWorkday confirms AI-driven decision-making led to workforce reduction as part of a restructuring plan to focus on its Agent System of Record platform.
FHFA cuts staff as Freddie Mac announces end of remote workFHFA is restructuring and planning to lay off about 10% of its workforce due to office eliminations.
Workday erases 8.5% of workforce because of...AIWorkday is laying off 8.5% of its workforce due to AI-driven restructuring efforts.
Morgan Stanley Plans to Cut 2,000 Workers, Partly Due to AI | EntrepreneurMorgan Stanley plans to lay off 2,000 employees, largely due to automation and performance issues, reflecting broader industry trends towards AI.
Workday erases 8.5% of workforce because of...AIWorkday is laying off 8.5% of its workforce due to AI-driven restructuring efforts.
Morgan Stanley Plans to Cut 2,000 Workers, Partly Due to AI | EntrepreneurMorgan Stanley plans to lay off 2,000 employees, largely due to automation and performance issues, reflecting broader industry trends towards AI.
EPA chief Zeldin is planning on gutting the agency by 65%, Trump saysTrump plans to cut 65% of EPA's workforce, raising concerns about the agency's ability to fulfill its mission.
NASA and the on-again, off-again job cutsNASA's recent workforce reductions raise serious questions about the agency's stability and future under the current administration.
US Education Department to halve staff as Trump pushes for eliminationThe U.S. Department of Education plans to lay off nearly half its workforce as part of efforts to abolish the agency.
The IRS may cut half of its 90,000-person workforce, source revealsIRS plans massive workforce reductions could hinder operational efficiency and service delivery.
Judge Says Trump Plan to Put U.S.A.I.D. Workers on Leave Can ProceedTrump administration's plan to reduce U.S.A.I.D. workforce is approved by a federal judge, dismissing challenges from the American Foreign Service Association.
USAID Workers Will Be Given 15 Minutes to Clear Workspaces as Agency Gets DismantledThe dismantling of USAID dramatically reduces its workforce as part of Trump's government reduction efforts.
EPA chief Zeldin is planning on gutting the agency by 65%, Trump saysTrump plans to cut 65% of EPA's workforce, raising concerns about the agency's ability to fulfill its mission.
NASA and the on-again, off-again job cutsNASA's recent workforce reductions raise serious questions about the agency's stability and future under the current administration.
US Education Department to halve staff as Trump pushes for eliminationThe U.S. Department of Education plans to lay off nearly half its workforce as part of efforts to abolish the agency.
The IRS may cut half of its 90,000-person workforce, source revealsIRS plans massive workforce reductions could hinder operational efficiency and service delivery.
Judge Says Trump Plan to Put U.S.A.I.D. Workers on Leave Can ProceedTrump administration's plan to reduce U.S.A.I.D. workforce is approved by a federal judge, dismissing challenges from the American Foreign Service Association.
USAID Workers Will Be Given 15 Minutes to Clear Workspaces as Agency Gets DismantledThe dismantling of USAID dramatically reduces its workforce as part of Trump's government reduction efforts.
'It's having a battering': behind the Tate's latest round of layoffsTate is reducing its workforce by 7% to address budget deficits amidst rising operational costs.
DOGE may be using an algorithm to fire federal workersDOGE operatives are modifying the AutoRIF system, impacting workforce management decisions.
Judge leans toward pause in Trump's actions to unwind the CFPBEfforts are underway to preserve the CFPB amidst proposed mass layoffs.The situation in the CFPB appears grave with imminent reductions in workforce being discussed.
U.S. Education Department to Cut About Half Its StaffThe U.S. Department of Education will reduce its workforce by about half to enhance efficiency and accountability.
NASA cuts Office of Chief Scientist, diversity rolesNASA is undergoing a phased reduction in force affecting science programs, especially in Earth science related to climate change.
Rolling job cuts by Broadcom have slashed VMware's workforce roughly in halfBroadcom has drastically reduced VMware's workforce by about half post-acquisition to enhance profitability.
Meta (META) and Starbucks (SBUX) Show That Cutting Jobs Leads to BonusesMeta plans to reduce its workforce by 5% while rewarding top executives with bonuses up to 200% of their salaries.Starbucks lays off 1,100 employees, indicating significant workforce adjustments amid rising coffee prices.
Chevron to Lay Off Up to 20% of StaffChevron to lay off up to 20% of workforce to cut costs and streamline operations.
Goldman Sachs to Managers: Move to Dallas, Salt Lake City | EntrepreneurGoldman Sachs is relocating managers to lower-cost cities to save on expenses and nurture talent in emerging markets.
Rolling job cuts by Broadcom have slashed VMware's workforce roughly in halfBroadcom has drastically reduced VMware's workforce by about half post-acquisition to enhance profitability.
Meta (META) and Starbucks (SBUX) Show That Cutting Jobs Leads to BonusesMeta plans to reduce its workforce by 5% while rewarding top executives with bonuses up to 200% of their salaries.Starbucks lays off 1,100 employees, indicating significant workforce adjustments amid rising coffee prices.
Chevron to Lay Off Up to 20% of StaffChevron to lay off up to 20% of workforce to cut costs and streamline operations.
Goldman Sachs to Managers: Move to Dallas, Salt Lake City | EntrepreneurGoldman Sachs is relocating managers to lower-cost cities to save on expenses and nurture talent in emerging markets.
Trump firings hit speed bumps but are not slowing downGovernment agencies face uncertainty as workers resign amid layoffs and workforce cuts.The IRS plans significant workforce reductions, raising concerns about agency functionality.
IRS Planning Mass Layoffs, Cutting Half of Workforce: Report | EntrepreneurIRS plans to reduce workforce by up to 50% during tax season, risking delays in processing returns and audits.Cuts are part of a broader initiative under President Trump's government downsizing efforts.
IRS expected to fire 6,700 employees beginning ThursdayThe IRS plans to fire 6,700 employees, primarily affecting probationary staff, causing significant concern across the agency.
Trump firings hit speed bumps but are not slowing downGovernment agencies face uncertainty as workers resign amid layoffs and workforce cuts.The IRS plans significant workforce reductions, raising concerns about agency functionality.
IRS Planning Mass Layoffs, Cutting Half of Workforce: Report | EntrepreneurIRS plans to reduce workforce by up to 50% during tax season, risking delays in processing returns and audits.Cuts are part of a broader initiative under President Trump's government downsizing efforts.
IRS expected to fire 6,700 employees beginning ThursdayThe IRS plans to fire 6,700 employees, primarily affecting probationary staff, causing significant concern across the agency.
TikTok plans to cut up to 300 jobs at Dublin base, government toldTikTok is reducing its workforce in Dublin by 10% due to pressures from the US market.The company is facing ongoing threats of a ban and scrutiny over data practices.
GOP lawmaker calls for VA to 'guarantee' only underperformers are targeted in workforce layoffsJob cuts at the VA may unintentionally affect qualified veterans, prompting calls for reconsideration from lawmakers.
SEC Offering $50K Buyout Incentive; Education Dept $25K | EntrepreneurThe SEC is offering $50,000 to eligible employees for voluntary resignation or retirement as part of a separation program.
They voted for Trump. Now some of their jobs are at risk.Federal workers who supported Trump express mixed feelings about his workforce reduction mandates.
SEC Offering $50K Buyout Incentive; Education Dept $25K | EntrepreneurThe SEC is offering $50,000 to eligible employees for voluntary resignation or retirement as part of a separation program.
They voted for Trump. Now some of their jobs are at risk.Federal workers who supported Trump express mixed feelings about his workforce reduction mandates.
12 senior executives at the Federal Acquisition Service head for the exitsSenior executives at Federal Acquisition Service are leaving amid upcoming layoffs as the General Services Administration plans workforce reductions.
'Significant workforce reductions' are coming to the Social Security AdministrationSSA plans significant workforce reductions, raising concerns over service delays for retirement and disability benefits.
USPTO Facing Additional Cuts: What's Core vs. ExpendableThe USPTO's operational stability is threatened by the new efficiency directive, with potential reductions impacting patent processing and examination quality.
German auto parts giant to slash thousands of jobs DW 02/18/2025Continental is cutting 3,000 jobs in its automotive division due to downturns in the German auto industry.
Internal Meta documents show which teams were hit the hardest in 'low performer' cutsMeta's recent job cuts affected 3,115 employees, primarily from teams under head Tom Alison, with 335 roles eliminated.Overall, 5% of Meta's workforce experienced layoffs.
Aston Martin cuts its workforce over 'difficult but necessary' cost cutting - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comAston Martin has cut 5% of its workforce amid widening losses, planning to save £25 million through job reductions.
A comprehensive list of 2024 and 2025 tech layoffs | TechCrunchTech layoffs accelerated in 2024, with over 150,000 jobs eliminated across major and smaller companies.
One of the world's biggest oil companies is cutting thousands of jobsBP is cutting 7,700 jobs as part of a strategy to simplify and enhance competitiveness.
Meta to fire thousands of staff as Zuckerberg warns of intense year'Meta plans to cut about 5% of its workforce, focusing on low performers to strengthen its teams for an anticipated intense year.
German auto parts giant to slash thousands of jobs DW 02/18/2025Continental is cutting 3,000 jobs in its automotive division due to downturns in the German auto industry.
Internal Meta documents show which teams were hit the hardest in 'low performer' cutsMeta's recent job cuts affected 3,115 employees, primarily from teams under head Tom Alison, with 335 roles eliminated.Overall, 5% of Meta's workforce experienced layoffs.
Aston Martin cuts its workforce over 'difficult but necessary' cost cutting - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comAston Martin has cut 5% of its workforce amid widening losses, planning to save £25 million through job reductions.
A comprehensive list of 2024 and 2025 tech layoffs | TechCrunchTech layoffs accelerated in 2024, with over 150,000 jobs eliminated across major and smaller companies.
One of the world's biggest oil companies is cutting thousands of jobsBP is cutting 7,700 jobs as part of a strategy to simplify and enhance competitiveness.
Meta to fire thousands of staff as Zuckerberg warns of intense year'Meta plans to cut about 5% of its workforce, focusing on low performers to strengthen its teams for an anticipated intense year.
Major Asia bank to cut 4,000 roles as AI replaces humansDBS Bank plans to cut 4,000 jobs due to AI automation, while creating 1,000 new roles in AI.
Half of UK companies to invest in AI instead of staffBritish companies are increasingly investing in AI as a cost-saving measure, rather than for productivity improvements.
Major Asia bank to cut 4,000 roles as AI replaces humansDBS Bank plans to cut 4,000 jobs due to AI automation, while creating 1,000 new roles in AI.
Half of UK companies to invest in AI instead of staffBritish companies are increasingly investing in AI as a cost-saving measure, rather than for productivity improvements.
10 percent of Federal Student Aid staff take buyoutsStaff reductions at the Office of Federal Student Aid could hinder support for defrauded students.Federal Employee buyouts indicate broader workforce reductions across government agencies.
Mental health agency loses 1 in 10 staffers to DOGE cuts, 988 hotline team impactedOver 10% of SAMHSA staff were cut as part of government workforce reductions affecting mental health services administration.
Thousands of probationary federal health agency workers fired by letter this weekend. Here's what it said.Thousands of probationary workers at federal health agencies were terminated due to performance evaluations amid government reduction efforts.
Mental health agency loses 1 in 10 staffers to DOGE cuts, 988 hotline team impactedOver 10% of SAMHSA staff were cut as part of government workforce reductions affecting mental health services administration.
Thousands of probationary federal health agency workers fired by letter this weekend. Here's what it said.Thousands of probationary workers at federal health agencies were terminated due to performance evaluations amid government reduction efforts.
The FHA denies facing 40% staff cuts but offers no layoff detailsSpeculation about large staff reductions at FHA amidst improvements in its financial health has sparked concernHUD denies reports of severe cuts to FHA's workforce, leaving uncertainty about layoffs.
Federal plan to reduce government office space could be a blow to Chicago, where selling properties wouldn't be easyThe future of federal office space in Chicago is uncertain due to plans for significant downsizing.
Chevron plans to lay off 20% of workers in cost-cutting pushChevron plans to cut its workforce by 15%-20%, affecting up to 9,000 employees, to reduce costs and increase profits.
Meta begins informing Irish staff of up to 100 'performance based terminations'Meta plans to terminate approximately 5% of its Irish workforce to improve performance management.CEO Mark Zuckerberg emphasizes faster exit for low-performers as a key strategy.
Chevron plans to lay off 20% of workers in cost-cutting pushChevron plans to cut its workforce by 15%-20%, affecting up to 9,000 employees, to reduce costs and increase profits.
Meta begins informing Irish staff of up to 100 'performance based terminations'Meta plans to terminate approximately 5% of its Irish workforce to improve performance management.CEO Mark Zuckerberg emphasizes faster exit for low-performers as a key strategy.
Tech layoffs 2025: Salesforce to slash 1,000 jobs as it joins Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, and more in cutting rolesSalesforce plans to cut over 1,000 jobs, joining other tech giants in significant workforce reductions.
Human Rights Campaign announces restructuring as LGBTQ+ organization faces new political reality (exclusive)HRC is laying off 20% of its workforce to address financial challenges and adapt to external pressures.Despite strong fundraising, HRC's financial model is considered unsustainable, leading to significant staffing cuts.
Teachers threaten to strike at Dublin music college as job losses loomBIMM Institute lecturers face reapplication for jobs amid major workforce cuts and strike ballot over pay and union representation.
Will Volkswagen remain a German company? DW 01/15/2025Volkswagen is struggling with declining sales and increased competition in the electric vehicle market, leading to significant operational and workforce cuts.