Block cuts up to 10% of staff in efficiency push to integrate Cash App & Square

by | Feb 9, 2026 | Latest E-commerce News & Updates

Block notified employees that up to 10% of its workforce may be eliminated following annual performance reviews. The payments company is reorganizing its reporting lines to operate more efficiently and integrate Cash App with its merchant service, Square. The overhaul is targeting a streamlined structure while the firm is expanding its Bitcoin mining and AI initiatives.

Paul Drecksler is the founder and editor of Shopifreaks, covering the most important stories in e-commerce.

Companies: Block

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