What percentage of 2026 layoffs are linked to AI?
According to reports, roughly 54% of layoffs in 2026 are linked to AI, automation, or machine learning, affecting over 170,000 workers per that tracking methodology. In May 2026 alone, AI was reportedly cited in 38,579 US job cuts, representing 40% of all layoffs that month and the highest monthly total since tracking began in 2023.
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