Automattic begins layoffs following board upheaval and executive departures

Tech TechCrunch By Sarah Perez 21 Oct 2026 20:15 1 min read
Automattic begins layoffs following board upheaval and executive departures

Automattic has begun laying off employees across multiple teams, including WordPress.com and its enterprise business, following a board shakeup and a series of executive departures. Sources say more cuts could follow as the company looks to improve its finances.

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