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Cisco Layoffs

August 2025

Cisco announced a layoff affecting 221 employees in August 2025. The company operates in the Infrastructure sector.

People Affected

221

Announced Date

Aug 19, 2025

About

Cisco, a major networking and telecommunications equipment company, is undergoing a significant workforce reduction. The company announced plans to lay off approximately 4,250 employees, which represents about 5% of its global workforce. This strategic restructuring, announced in February 2024, is part of a broader effort to reallocate resources towards key growth areas like artificial intelligence and software, while streamlining operations in a shifting market. The move reflects the ongoing adjustments within the tech industry as companies adapt to new economic and technological priorities.