Tech Layoffs Surge in Early 2026: US Leads Global Job Cuts Amid AI Shift

• Over 45,000 tech jobs cut globally in early 2026, primarily in the US, signaling industry recalibration.
• Amazon (16,000) and Block lead US layoffs; Meta, PayPal, Klarna eye further cuts.
• Dell (11,000) and Salesforce (1,000) also reduce workforce, restructuring for AI-driven products.
• International cuts: Australia (2,650), Sweden (1,923), Netherlands (1,700), Israel (1,539), India (1,520), Singapore (1,016).
• Tech companies prioritize tighter teams and AI focus, leading to a slower, more selective job market.