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Crypto hiring demand has sharply contracted in early 2026, with new job postings across major crypto job boards averaging about 6.5 per day, down roughly 80% year-over-year.Meanwhile, several crypto firms have recently announced layoffs, including Algorand Foundation, Gemini, Cryptocom, OP Labs, and PIP Labs. Based on disclosed figures, about 450 positions have been cut within a few weeks. Some companies cited weak market conditions and falling token prices, while others pointed to efficiency gains from int ...