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Crypto.com laid off 260 employees

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Crypto.com laid off 260 employees

TL;DR

  • Crypto.com has conducted additional, unpublicized layoffs beyond the initial 260 employees announced in June.
  • CEO Kris Marszalek declined to provide specific layoff numbers during an internal town hall, citing the company's private status.
  • Employees report a lack of transparency, altered internal tools, and closed communication channels, leading to confusion and low morale.
  • The company attributes workforce reductions to 'external economic headwinds' and the 'bear market.'
  • Crypto.com has made significant investments in marketing, including a Super Bowl ad and naming rights for a former NBA arena.