Coverage dated October 20, 2026

Qualcomm to begin global layoffs as CEO pushes performance overhaul, internal memo shows

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Qualcomm is preparing to lay off employees worldwide starting in November as CEO Cristiano Amon moves to tighten performance standards across the chipmaker. The planned job cuts, disclosed in an internal memo reviewed by Reuters, come as the company faces […] The post Qualcomm to begin global layoff…

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Independent Journal Review
Qualcomm to start performance-based layoffs worldwide after reviews (opens Independent Journal Review)
Published Oct 20, 2026
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Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon said in a Monday memo the firm will cut jobs worldwide in a performance-focused reduction after annual reviews; notifications start in November.
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Qualcomm to begin global layoffs as CEO pushes performance overhaul, internal memo shows (opens Tech Startups)
Published Oct 20, 2026
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Qualcomm is preparing to lay off employees worldwide starting in November as CEO Cristiano Amon moves to tighten performance standards across the chipmaker. The planned job cuts, disclosed in an internal memo reviewed by Reuters, come as the company faces […] The post Qualcomm to begin global layoff…