The technology sector’s workforce reset is continuing as companies rethink their organisational structures, invest heavily in artificial intelligence (AI)
and look for ways to improve efficiency. While AI is creating demand for new capabilities, it is also contributing to changes in existing teams, with several major technology companies reducing headcount or preparing for further restructuring. Data from Layoffs.fyi shows that 129,488 tech employees across 296 technology companies have lost their jobs in 2026. The latest wave has included some of the industry’s biggest names, with Apple, Uber, PayPal and Oracle all linked to major workforce changes in recent weeks. The reasons behind the cuts vary from company to company. Some are consolidating teams and removing layers of management, while others are redirecting resources towards AI, cloud computing and other emerging technologies. Apple Restructures Siri And Vision Pro Teams Apple has been making changes across several technology-focused divisions. Last month, the company reportedly eliminated more than 200 positions involving its Siri, Vision Pro and related software operations, according to Bloomberg. Approximately 100 jobs were reportedly removed from the Vision Pro organisation, while another 100 positions were affected within Siri and software teams. Among the groups impacted was the Intelligent Systems Experience team, which works on AI-powered features across Apple products. Apple acknowledged that a restructuring was taking place but did not disclose the precise number of positions affected. The company said it was realigning parts of its workforce as it develops its business while simultaneously opening up new positions. The restructuring has taken different forms across Apple's operations. Within Vision Pro, the company has scaled back its gaming efforts and reduced its immersive video operations. Siri is undergoing a separate transformation as Apple rebuilds the digital assistant around a new AI architecture, creating demand for a different mix of technical expertise. Uber Targets Management Layers In Global Job Cuts Uber is also carrying out a major workforce overhaul. The ride-hailing company announced plans in the first week of September to eliminate approximately 3,300 jobs worldwide. The reduction represents roughly 10 per cent of Uber's workforce and marks its largest round of layoffs since the Covid-19 pandemic. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi told employees in an internal memo that the company intends to simplify its organisational structure, remove management layers and revise its approach to global locations. The savings generated by the restructuring are expected to help Uber fund investments in areas it sees as important for its future, particularly artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicle technology. The move highlights a broader trend across the technology sector: companies are attempting to reduce organisational complexity while redirecting spending towards technologies that could reshape their businesses. PayPal Confirms 220 India Jobs Were Affected PayPal has meanwhile reduced its workforce in India as part of a wider global restructuring programme. Initial reports suggested that approximately 600 employees in the country could have been affected. PayPal subsequently clarified to India Today Tech that 220 employees, representing around 4 per cent of its India teams, were impacted as of August 31. The payments company described the changes as part of a multi-year transformation that had already been announced. The broader effort is focused on simplifying its global operations and positioning the business for long-term growth. PayPal's clarification also demonstrates how reported job-loss figures can change as companies provide more precise information about the scale and geographic distribution of their workforce restructuring. Oracle Faces Potential Fresh Round Of Job Cuts Oracle could be preparing for another substantial workforce reduction, according to recent reports. Business Insider reported that the enterprise technology giant may cut another 7,000 to 10,000 jobs globally. However, the potential impact on Oracle's India operations has not been independently confirmed. Employees have reportedly been informed that decisions could emerge around the beginning or middle of September. Oracle, however, has not officially announced another round of layoffs. Any fresh reduction would come after a significant workforce contraction already undertaken by the company. Oracle cut approximately 21,000 positions worldwide during the 12 months ending May 2026, bringing its workforce to around 141,000 employees. At the same time, Oracle continues to make substantial investments in AI and cloud infrastructure. That combination, heavy spending on new technology alongside efforts to control costs, reflects the balancing act facing several large technology companies. AI Investment And Cost-Cutting Drive Workforce Reset The latest layoffs underline a shift taking place across the technology industry. Companies are not simply reducing employee numbers; many are simultaneously redirecting resources towards AI, automation, cloud infrastructure and other emerging areas. That means some traditional roles and organisational structures are being reassessed while demand grows for specialised skills linked to newer technologies.
