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Jun 14, 2026
Bay Area Tech Layoffs Hit 9,284 in 2026, Already Topping H1 2025
Bay Area tech companies have cut 9,284 jobs so far in 2026, already surpassing the roughly 4,700 cuts from the first half of 2025. The latest wave includes 370 positions across ServiceNow, Salesforce, Ubisoft, Quizlet, and Verily Health.
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Jun 14, 2026
Meta Engineers Call AI Unit a ‘Gulag’ as Zuckerberg Admits Mistakes
Meta funneled 6,500 engineers into a new Applied AI unit three months ago. Now workers call it 'the gulag,' a livestream was hijacked by a furious employee, and Mark Zuckerberg is in damage-control mode, admitting the company made mistakes and ruling out more layoffs for 2026.
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Jun 9, 2026
AI Drives 40% of US Job Cuts in May as 97,000 Positions Eliminated
AI was cited as the primary reason for 40% of all US job cuts in May 2026, according to the Challenger Report, with 97,006 positions eliminated overall. A separate Mercer survey found 99% of CEOs expect AI-driven layoffs within two years, as the technology sector alone shed 38,242 jobs — the highest monthly total since August 2024.
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Saks Global Shakes Up Operations: PA Distribution Centers Shut, 590 Jobs Affected
Saks Global is closing two Pennsylvania distribution centers, leading to 590 layoffs as part of a restructuring plan following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. These closures reflect the luxury retailer's efforts to streamline operations and focus on profitable markets.
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Mar 11, 2026
Ohio's Mini-WARN Notices Trigger Worker Fallout in 2026!
Ohio has been rocked by a surge in WARN Act notices as over 1,800 employees face layoffs. These notifications include major employers like Taikisha USA and American Signature Inc., contributing to widespread economic and social impacts throughout the state. With over 2,680 layoffs year-to-date, communities across Ohio's manufacturing and retail sectors brace for tough times ahead.
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Feb 20, 2026
Navigating the Storm: Essential Tips for Laid-Off Workers in 2026
The article offers vital strategies for navigating the volatile 2026 job market amidst widespread layoffs in sectors like tech, retail, and finance. Tips include financial preparation, job search tactics, skill development, and leveraging government resources and online platforms for resilience. Learn how to optimize profiles and embrace new opportunities in growing sectors.
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