# eBay cuts 1,000 jobs

> eBay slashes 1,000 jobs to align with AI strategy.
- Title: eBay cuts 1,000 jobs · NBC Bay Area | Shortify
- Summary: eBay slashes 1,000 jobs to align with AI strategy. eBay will lay off 1,000 employees, or 9% of its workforce, to focus on upscale merchandise amid AI-driven…
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- Source: NBC Bay Area — https://nbcbayarea.com/news/local/ebay-1000-layoffs/4162360
- Published: 2026-10-22T00:14:59+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: ebay, job cuts, ai, san jose, workforce, quarterly report, news, local
## eBay layoffs
San Jose-based eBay confirmed it will lay off 1,000 employees, or 9% of its workforce.
## AI-driven cuts
Creative Strategies analyst Tim Bajarin said the layoffs are part of AI's impact on administration jobs.
## Previous cuts
eBay has cut 500 employees in February 2023, 1,000 in January 2024, and 800 in February 2024.
## Company statement
eBay said the cuts ensure it operates from a position of strength by aligning teams with strategic priorities.
## Key takeaway

eBay will lay off 1,000 employees, or 9% of its workforce, to focus on upscale merchandise amid AI-driven restructuring.