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Protocol Layoffs

November 2022

Protocol announced a layoff affecting 60 employees (100% of its workforce) in November 2022. The company operates in the Media sector.

People Affected

Percentage

100%

Announced Date

Nov 15, 2022

About

Protocol, a tech-news website, is shutting down and laying off its entire staff. The closure was announced on November 15, 2022, resulting in the termination of all employees. While the exact number of affected staff is not specified, the complete shutdown indicates a 100% reduction. The decision reflects broader challenges in the digital media industry, where many outlets have struggled with profitability and sustainability. As a specialized publication in the journalism and media sector, Protocol's closure marks the end of its operations, with its parent company, CNN, confirming the news.