The wave of layoffs in the tech industry continues into 2025, with a significant number of job cuts. Reports show that, in 2024, over 150,000 jobs were lost across 549 companies, according to the layoffs tracking website, Layoffs.fyi. This year, more than 22,000 tech workers have already faced job losses, with February alone accounting for a staggering 16,084 cuts.
As we keep an eye on the layoffs in the tech sector this year, this tracker will help highlight the ongoing cuts and their potential effects on innovation. While businesses are advancing with AI and automation, it’s crucial to remember the human side of these job losses and what could be at risk as innovation continues.
We will provide a detailed and regularly updated list of the notable layoffs happening throughout 2025. If you know of any layoffs, feel free to reach out to us. For those who prefer to stay anonymous, we have options available.
### March Layoffs
#### Siemens
Siemens revealed plans to cut around 5,600 jobs globally in its automation and electric vehicle charging sectors to enhance competitiveness.
#### HelloFresh
The meal kit company will lay off 273 employees and close its distribution center in Grand Prairie, Texas, consolidating operations to another location in Irving.
#### Otorio
Following its acquisition by cybersecurity firm Armis for $120 million, Otorio has laid off 45 employees, representing over half of its staff.
#### ActiveFence
The cybersecurity company will reduce its workforce by 22 employees, making up 7% of the total staff. Most affected employees are located in Israel as the company streamlines operations.
#### D-ID
The AI startup has decided to cut 22 positions, nearly a quarter of its staff, in connection with its strategic partnership with Microsoft.
#### NASA
NASA will close several offices, including its Office of Technology, Policy, and Strategy, following recent directions related to Elon Musk’s DOGE initiative.
#### Zonar Systems
Reports indicate Zonar Systems has laid off some staff, although the exact number remains unconfirmed.
#### Wayfair
The online retailer aims to reduce its technology workforce by 340 employees as part of a restructuring plan.
#### HPE
Hewlett Packard Enterprise will cut 2,500 jobs, or 5% of its workforce, due to a significant drop in its stock value.
#### TikTok
The popular social media platform will reduce its workforce in Dublin by up to 300 employees, accounting for about 10% of its team in Ireland.
#### LiveRamp
The data company announced the layoff of 65 employees, impacting roughly 5% of its total workforce.
#### Ola Electric
In a move to cut costs, Ola Electric is reportedly laying off over 1,000 employees and contractors, marking its second round of layoffs in just five months.
#### Rec Room
The gaming platform announced a 16% reduction in its workforce as it shifts focus to operate in a more cost-effective manner.
#### ANS Commerce
The company has been shut down just three years after being acquired by Flipkart. The number of affected employees remains unknown.
### February Layoffs
#### HP
The computer giant is preparing to lay off up to 2,000 employees as part of its restructuring effort to save $300 million.
#### GrubHub
After being sold to Wonder Group, GrubHub announced it is cutting 500 jobs, impacting more than 20% of its workforce.
#### Autodesk
The software company will cut 1,350 employees, around 9% of its workforce, as part of its strategy to reshape its go-to-market model.
#### Google
In a reorganization, Google plans to cut staff in its People Operations and cloud teams, offering a voluntary exit program for U.S. employees in the People Operations department.
#### Nautilus
The fitness company announced a layoff of 25 employees, which is about 16% of its workforce, while preparing to launch a new product in 2026.
#### eBay
The online marketplace will reportedly cut a few dozen positions in Israel, potentially affecting around 10% of its local staff.
#### Starbucks
The coffee chain is reorganizing and has cut 1,100 jobs in an effort that particularly impacted its tech workers, as some tech functions will be outsourced.
#### Commercetools
This software company has laid off several employees, including about 10% of its workforce, after failing to meet sales growth goals.
#### Dayforce
The company plans to reduce about 5% of its workforce as part of an effort to enhance efficiency and profitability.
#### Expedia
Expedia has laid off additional employees recently, but the total number is still unclear, following nearly 1,500 job cuts in 2024.
#### Skybox Security
This cybersecurity company has closed down and laid off around 300 employees after selling its business to Tufin.
#### HerMD
The healthcare startup has ceased operations due to ongoing challenges in the sector, with the employee impact still uncertain.
#### Zendesk
The customer service software company has cut 51 jobs, based on state filings, in addition to previous layoffs last year.
#### Vendease
This Nigerian startup has laid off 120 employees, affecting 44% of its workforce, marking the second cut in five months.
#### Logically
The startup has reportedly laid off several employees in its cost-cutting measures aimed at ensuring long-term stability against misinformation.
#### Blue Origin
The space venture announced it would cut about 10% of its workforce, impacting more than 1,000 jobs, with many cuts in engineering and program management roles.
#### Redfin
The real estate company plans to cut around 450 jobs over several months, alongside a complete restructuring to be finalized later this year.
#### Sophos
The cybersecurity firm confirmed the layoff of 6% of its workforce shortly after it acquired Secureworks.
#### Zepz
This fin-tech company is laying off nearly 200 employees and closing operations in Poland and Kenya.
#### Unity
The gaming software company reportedly conducted another round of layoffs, though the exact number remains unknown.
#### JustWorks
The company announced the elimination of nearly 200 positions, explaining that economic uncertainties played a role in the decision.
#### Bird
This electric scooter company has let go of 120 employees, around one-third of its workforce, as part of its restructuring plan.
#### Sprinklr
The customer experience management platform has laid off approximately 500 employees, citing weak business performance, in addition to previous cuts.
#### Sonos
The audio company reportedly let go of around 200 employees recently, following earlier layoffs last year.
#### Workday
The HR platform has cut 1,750 employees, which is about 8.5% of its total workforce.
#### Okta
The identity management company confirmed layoffs of 180 employees, coming just over a year after a previous reduction.
#### Cruise
The autonomous vehicle company is making dramatic cuts, with plans to lay off 50% of its workforce, including top executives.
#### Salesforce
The software giant will eliminate over 1,000 positions while still actively hiring for new AI product sales.
### January Layoffs
#### Cushion
The fintech startup announced it would shut down operations, following a strong valuation just a year ago.
#### Placer.ai
This company laid off 150 employees, about 18% of its workforce, to achieve financial stability.
#### Amazon
The e-commerce giant has cut jobs in its communications department as part of a broader efficiency move.
#### Stripe
The fintech company is reportedly letting go of 300 workers, although it intends to increase its workforce overall.
#### Textio
The writing assistant startup has laid off 15 employees amid a restructuring effort.
#### Pocket FM
In its quest for long-term sustainability, the audio content company is cutting 75 positions.
#### Aurora Solar
The solar power company plans to lay off 58 employees due to challenges in the solar market.
#### Meta
The social media giant announced plans to cut 5% of its staff, targeting low performers as it braces for a challenging year ahead.
#### Wayfair
The online retail giant is preparing to cut up to 730 jobs, focusing on reducing operations in Germany.
#### Pandion
The delivery startup is shutting down, affecting 63 employees, although they will be paid until mid-January.
#### Icon
The robotic printing company is laying off 114 employees as part of a team realignment.
#### Altruist
The company has cut 37 jobs, or about 10% of its workforce, despite seeking aggressive hiring strategies.
#### Aqua Security
The cybersecurity firm is laying off workers globally as part of a reorganization plan aimed at increasing profits.
#### SolarEdge Technologies
The company is set to cut 400 employees in its fourth layoff round since early 2024, as challenges persist in the solar sector.
### Level
This fintech startup abruptly shut down operations following unsuccessful efforts to find a buyer, although an acquisition offer is still being considered.
The layoff situation in the tech industry is continually evolving, and these lists provide a snapshot of the significant changes taking place.
