Fall 2025 Workforce Reductions Hit Tech and Media Sectors Amid Economic Pressures
Major companies across technology and media are implementing workforce reductions this autumn, with Rivian cutting 4% of its staff amid declining EV demand. The layoffs appear part of a broader pattern affecting multiple industries as organizations navigate economic uncertainty and technological transformation.
Widespread Job Cuts Across Key Industries
October 2025 has brought another wave of workforce reductions across the technology and media sectors, with electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian reportedly eliminating approximately 600 positions, according to Wall Street Journal reports. This represents about 4% of the company’s workforce and follows previous layoffs in 2024, sources indicate.
