Intel Laying Off 500+ in Oregon — The Hits Just Keep Coming

Intel just announced it’s cutting over 500 jobs in Oregon, mostly from its Aloha and Hillsboro locations. Layoffs start July 15. This is part of a larger plan that could impact 20% of its workforce overall. That’s a massive chunk. This comes on the heels of the 100+ cuts at their Santa Clara HQ in California earlier this year. It feels like no part of the company is safe right now. I know Intel's been under pressure—chip demand slumping, competition heating up, and the whole AI pivot going full speed—but still, this sucks. These aren’t just numbers; they’re people who’ve probably spent years building the backbone of our tech world. If you’re in Oregon and impacted by this, my heart goes out to you. Wishing you stability and strength. The industry’s brutal right now. #Intel #Tech #Layoffs