GoKawiilUber, PayPal and Microsoft cut jobs in September as 2025 tech layoffs hit 165,925
New data shows U.S. tech sector layoff announcements rose in September, led by cuts at Uber Technologies, PayPal and Microsoft, even as overall U.S. layoff announcements declined for the month. Total tech industry job cuts for the year so far stand at 165,925.
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The divergence between falling overall layoffs and rising tech-sector cuts suggests the technology industry may be undergoing its own distinct restructuring, possibly tied to automation, AI investment shifts, or cost-cutting at large firms. The involvement of major players like Microsoft and Uber could signal broader caution about hiring even amid otherwise resilient economic conditions.
- Tech layoff announcements increased in September despite an overall U.S. decline.
- Uber, PayPal and Microsoft were among the companies announcing cuts.
- Year-to-date tech industry layoffs have reached 165,925 jobs.
Source: fastcompany.com, 2026-10-01
Published there as: “Tech layoff announcements increase in September as industry slashes 165,925 jobs in 2026 so far”
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