https://news.crunchbase.com/startups/tech-layoffs/
On February 13, 2025, Blue Origin, the private aerospace company headquartered in Kent, Washington, announced a significant workforce reduction, laying off 1,000 employees—approximately 10% of its total staff. The move, reported by CNN, signals a strategic shift or possible cost-cutting effort within the space exploration and aerospace sector, as private companies navigate economic pressures and evolving industry demands.