2025 Tech Layoffs: A Complete Breakdown | TechCrunch

The wave of tech layoffs continues into 2025. Last year, over 150,000 jobs were cut across 549 companies as per the independent tracker Layoffs.fyi. In 2025, more than 22,000 workers have faced layoffs in the tech industry, with an alarming 16,084 reductions occurring in February alone.

We are monitoring tech industry layoffs in 2025 to help outline the trend of cutbacks and assess their impact on innovation across various companies. As businesses increasingly adopt AI and automation, this tracker underscores the human toll of layoffs and the potential risks associated with heightened innovation.

Below is an updated list of known tech layoffs in 2025. If you have a tip about a layoff, please contact us. You can also reach out anonymously if preferred.

April

Google

The tech giant has laid off hundreds in its platforms and devices segment, including divisions like Android, Pixel phones, and Chrome browser, as reported by The Information.

Microsoft

According to Business Insider, Microsoft is considering further layoffs by May, focusing on reducing middle management and non-coders to boost the ratio of programmers to product managers.

Automattic

The WordPress.com developer plans to lay off 16% of its staff across various departments. Before the layoffs, the company employed 1,744 people, suggesting more than 270 could lose their jobs.

Canva

The company has laid off 10 to 12 technical writers, months after advising employees to use generative AI tools. Canva, valued at $26 billion in 2024, had around 5,500 employees last year.

March

Northvolt

The Swedish battery maker has laid off 2,800 employees, impacting 62% of its workforce, following its bankruptcy filing.

Block

In an internal reorganization, Block has let go of 931 employees, approximately 8% of its workforce. CEO Jack Dorsey stated the layoffs are not financially motivated or meant to replace staff with AI.

Brightcove

Brightcove has laid off 198 employees, about two-thirds of its U.S. staff, following its acquisition by Bending Spoons for $233 million.

Acxiom

Acxiom, owned by IPG, has laid off 130 people, 3.5% of its workforce. The cuts follow shareholder approval for a potential merger with Omnicom Group.

Sequoia Capital

Sequoia Capital is closing its Washington, D.C. office and will lay off its policy team by month-end. The office, opened five years ago, employs three full-time workers.

Siemens

Siemens announced a global reduction of about 5,600 roles in its automation and electric-vehicle charging segments to boost competitiveness.

HelloFresh

HelloFresh plans to lay off 273 employees while consolidating distribution centers in Texas, moving operations to Irving.

Otorio

After being acquired by cybersecurity firm Armis for $120 million, Otorio has let