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Ziff Davis Restructures, Cuts 12% of IGN Jobs Amid Profit Surge

8/5/2025

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Ziff Davis is making waves in 2025 with a major restructuring that has led to significant layoffs at its digital platforms, including IGN and CNET, despite a rise in revenue. The decision to cut 12% of IGN's workforce has drawn sharp criticism from unions, highlighting a troubling trend in the media industry that prioritizes profits over job security and raises urgent questions about the future of labor in this sector.

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Ziff Davis is making waves in 2025 with a major restructuring that has led to significant layoffs at its digital platforms, including IGN and CNET, despite a rise in revenue. The decision to cut 12% of IGN's workforce has drawn sharp criticism from unions, highlighting a troubling trend in the media industry that prioritizes profits over job security and raises urgent questions about the future of labor in this sector.