Tech Industry Laid Off Nearly 80,000 Workers in Q1 2026, Nearly Half Due to AI
Nearly 80,000 tech employees were laid off in the first quarter of 2026, with almost 50% of affected positions attributed to AI-driven automation.
Nearly 80,000 tech employees were laid off in the first quarter of 2026, with almost 50% of affected positions attributed to AI-driven automation.
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