Tech Layoffs 2025: Over 1 lakh jobs cut as Microsoft, Google, Amazon lead mass firings; is AI to blame

The tech industry is experiencing significant job cuts in 2025, with over 100,000 positions eliminated across major companies like Microsoft, Intel, Google, and Infosys. These layoffs stem from slowing growth, rising costs, and a strategic shift towards AI and automation. The cuts impact various roles and experience levels, signaling a major transformation in the industry’s focus on leaner, AI-driven operations.