Crypto Layoffs Surge in 2026 as Firms Slash Jobs, Blame Weak Markets and AI Integration

TLDR: Over 450 crypto jobs have been cut in weeks, with Gemini, Algorand, and Crypto.com leading the layoffs in early 2026.  New crypto job postings dropped roughly 80% year-over-year, averaging just 6.5 listings per day in January 2026.  Companies like Gemini and Crypto.com blamed AI integration for workforce reductions, shifting toward leaner operations.  Industry experts [...]

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