Uber: AI workforce impact. Verified from company statements and primary sources.
AI-attributed job cuts
Jul 22, 2026: 0 jobs. Uber spokesperson: cuts were made 'to simplify operations, strengthen in-person collaboration and continue to embrace AI.' VP of Global Community Operations Megha Yethadka told staff the org 'has become too complex and siloed' and needs an 'effective organization to layer AI on.' Paired with return-to-office relocations; first gig-economy giant to explicitly cite AI in layoffs.