Discord, a popular chatting app, laid off 37 employees on Thursday, August 4, 2023. The layoffs affected employees across all levels and functions, and were reportedly part of a broader effort to "realign" the company's resources.
In a blog post, Discord CEO Jason Citron said that the layoffs were "a difficult decision" but that they were necessary to "ensure that we are best positioned for long-term growth." He said that the company would be providing severance packages and outplacement assistance to the affected employees.
Citron also said that Discord is still "growing rapidly" and that the company is "excited about the future." He said that the company is "focused on investing in our core products and services" and that it is "committed to creating the best possible experience for our users."
The layoffs come at a time when Discord is facing increasing competition from other chatting apps, such as Slack and Microsoft Teams. Discord has also been criticized for its handling of hate speech and harassment on the platform.
It remains to be seen how the layoffs will impact Discord's future. However, the company has a strong track record of growth, and it is still one of the most popular chatting apps in the world.
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