Tech Layoffs In 1st Half Of 2026 Outpace Entire 2025, India Second-Worst Hit AI-related tech layoffs worldwide touched 1.28 lakh employees by July 1, 2026, higher than the 1.25 lakh layoffs recorded during the whole of 2025 Tech Layoffs In 1st Half Of 2026 Outpace Entire 2025, India Second-Worst Hit The United States has been the most affected country. Tech Layoffs In 1st Half Of 2026 Outpace Entire 2025, India Second-Worst Hit The education sector has recorded the highest share of AI-led layoffs at 21.67 per cent, making it the most affected industry