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Bending Spoons Confirms Layoffs at Vimeo as Reports Cite Deep Cuts

The cuts follow a $1.38 billion takeover, reflecting a cost-cutting pattern at the acquirer's other deals.

Overview

  • A Bending Spoons spokesperson said a layoff was announced at Vimeo on January 20, 2026, without disclosing how many employees were affected.
  • Former staffers say a large portion of the workforce was cut, with some posts claiming almost everyone was let go, including the entire video team.
  • Coverage indicates reductions across global offices, with Israel’s CTech reporting that most of Vimeo’s local employees were laid off.
  • The restructuring comes months after Bending Spoons bought Vimeo for $1.38 billion, following a 10% staff cut in September 2025.
  • Reporters are watching for potential effects on Vimeo’s services and hosted content, as the company has not outlined operational plans.