Global Tech Layoffs Surge In 2026 As 80,000 Jobs Cut So Far. Reason: AI And Automation
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Global tech layoffs have surged in 2026, with over 80,000 jobs cut, largely due to AI-related restructuring. The US is the worst-affected market, accounting for nearly 77% of global layoffs.
Global tech layoffs are accelerating in 2026, with over 80,000 jobs cut in the first quarter. The US is the worst-affected market, with nearly 77% of global layoffs, totaling over 61,000 job cuts across 62 companies. Nearly half of all layoffs in 2026 are linked to AI-related restructuring as companies shift resources toward automation and efficiency measures. Cloud computing, software, and e-commerce firms have reported the highest number of layoffs. Oracle, Amazon, and Meta are among the companies that have cut the most jobs. The layoffs are part of a broader post-pandemic correction, with over one million tech jobs lost globally since 2021.
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