Why Big Tech Is (Quietly) Rehiring After Mass AI Layoffs (2026)
Tech Layoffs in 2026: AI Narrative vs. Operational Realities Tech layoffs in 2026 reached 1.17 million cuts, sparking widespread debate over whether artificial intelligence (AI) was the primary driver. However, analysis reveals that AI accounted for only 4–5% of layoffs, with most cuts stemming from post-pandemic over-hiring, restructuring, and cost control. Companies like Meta and Amazon implemented workforce reductions of …
