San Francisco: LinkedIn is reportedly planning to lay off around 5 per cent of its workforce as part of a broader restructuring exercise aimed at reorganising teams and prioritising growth-focused business areas.
According to reports, the Microsoft-owned platform is undertaking the move amid continued transformation across the global technology industry driven by increasing investments in artificial intelligence (AI) and automation.
LinkedIn currently employs more than 17,500 full-time workers globally, meaning the latest restructuring could affect thousands of employees worldwide.
Layoffs linked to business reorganisation
Reports citing sources familiar with the matter said the company is looking to streamline operations and align resources with segments witnessing stronger business growth.
While LinkedIn has not officially disclosed the exact number of employees likely to be impacted, the proposed reduction is expected to affect around 5 per cent of its global workforce.
The company has also not yet issued a formal public statement detailing the departments or regions that may be affected.
LinkedIn reports strong revenue growth
The development comes shortly after Microsoft reported strong quarterly earnings, including continued growth in LinkedIn’s business performance.
According to Microsoft’s securities filings, LinkedIn recorded a 12 per cent increase in revenue during the latest quarter.
Despite positive earnings, technology companies globally have continued to implement workforce restructuring measures as they redirect investments towards AI infrastructure and operational automation.
AI reshaping global technology industry
The technology sector has witnessed widespread layoffs over the past two years as companies recalibrate spending priorities amid rapid developments in artificial intelligence.
Many firms are shifting resources towards data centres, AI tools, automation systems and advanced computing infrastructure.
Industry analysts say companies are attempting to balance profitability with long-term investments in emerging technologies.
The latest reported layoffs at LinkedIn are seen as part of this wider industry transition.
Meta also planning major workforce reduction
Meta is also reportedly preparing another large round of job cuts, with approximately 16,000 employees expected to be impacted globally over the coming months.
Reports suggest the first phase could affect nearly 8,000 workers beginning May 20, 2026.
Meta has simultaneously increased investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure, with the company recently announcing plans to double infrastructure spending this year to between $125 billion and $145 billion.
The spending surge is primarily aimed at strengthening the company’s AI capabilities and digital infrastructure.
Employee concerns over workplace monitoring
Meanwhile, reports indicate that some employees in the United States have raised concerns regarding the introduction of new workplace monitoring software designed to track computer usage patterns.
The issue has reportedly triggered protests among sections of employees worried about privacy and workplace surveillance.
Tech layoffs continue globally
According to tracking platform Layoffs.fyi, more than 1,03,000 technology employees worldwide have lost their jobs so far in 2026.
The continued layoffs reflect ongoing volatility within the technology industry despite several major firms reporting strong revenues and profits.
Experts believe restructuring measures are likely to continue across the sector as companies adapt to changing technological priorities and increasing competition in the AI space.
The latest developments also underline the growing influence of artificial intelligence on workforce planning and corporate strategy within the global technology industry.