In 2025, the trend of layoffs in the tech industry persists. Last year, over 150,000 jobs were cut across 549 companies, based on data from an independent tracker, Layoffs.fyi. In the current year, over 22,000 workers have been affected, with February alone witnessing 16,084 layoffs.
A tracking system is in place to monitor tech layoffs in 2025, providing insights into the trajectory of these cutbacks and their impact on innovation across various companies. With the increasing adoption of AI and automation, the tracker highlights the human consequences of layoffs amidst growing innovation.
A comprehensive and regularly updated list of all known tech layoffs in 2025 is provided. Individuals with information on layoffs are encouraged to contact the relevant channels, with options for anonymous tips.
May
Match: Announced a 13% workforce reduction as part of a reorganization to reduce costs and streamline operations.
CrowdStrike: Plans to lay off 5% of its global workforce, approximately 500 employees, to enhance operational efficiencies and meet its revenue goals.
General Fusion: Has reduced its workforce by 25% amidst financial constraints. This fusion energy startup, backed by prominent investors, has raised significant funds.
Deep Instinct: Reduced its workforce by 10% following a similar round of layoffs previously in 2023.
Beam: Shut down operations, affecting around 200 employees, despite prior expansion plans.
April
NetApp: Is reducing 700 jobs, equivalent to 6% of its workforce, as part of a reorganization for operational efficiency.
Electronic Arts: Plans to reduce its workforce by 300 to 400 employees to align with long-term strategic goals.
Expedia: Is laying off 3% of its workforce, mainly affecting mid-level positions in its product and technology divisions.
Cars24: Reduced its workforce by 200 employees as part of a restructuring effort.
Meta: Is releasing over 100 employees in its Reality Labs division, affecting those involved in VR and hardware operations.
Intel: Announced plans to lay off over 21,000 employees, about 20% of its workforce, ahead of its earnings call.
GM: Is laying off 200 employees at its electric vehicle production facility amidst a slowdown in the EV market.
Zopper: Has let go of 100 employees in efforts to streamline operations.
Turo: Plans to reduce its workforce by 150 positions following its decision to cancel its IPO.
GupShup: Reduced its workforce by 200 employees to enhance efficiency.
Forto: Eliminated 200 jobs, impacting one-third of its workforce, primarily in the sales department.
Wicresoft: Will halt operations in China, affecting 2,000 employees.
Five9: Plans to cut 123 jobs, aligning with a focus on AI for strategic growth.
Google: Laid off hundreds of employees in its platforms and devices division.
Microsoft: Is contemplating additional layoffs, potentially affecting managers and non-coding positions.
Automattic: Is laying off 16% of its workforce, impacting over 270 employees.
Canva: Has let go of 10 to 12 technical writers as it pushes towards AI adoption.
March
Northvolt: Laid off 2,800 employees, affecting 62% of its workforce following bankruptcy filings.
Block: Cut 931 employees, 8% of its workforce.
Brightcove: Laid off 198 employees after being acquired by Bending Spoons.
Acxiom: Reported layoffs of 130 employees amidst a potential merger.
Sequoia Capital: Plans to close its Washington, D.C. office, affecting three employees.
Siemens: Announced plans to eliminate 5,600 jobs globally in its efforts to stay competitive.
HelloFresh: Is laying off 273 employees while consolidating facilities.
Otorio: Cut over half its workforce after being acquired by Armis.
ActiveFence: Will reduce 22 positions as it undergoes a streamlining process.
January and February Updates Continue…
The record of layoffs indicates companies’ responses to operational efficiencies, restructuring needs, and strategic redirects, influenced by technological advancements and market dynamics.
