Privacy Pinterest fires engineers who created lay-off tracking tool Sackings come after the image search platform announced a 15% reduction in workforce iStock.com/seewhatmitchsee Image Freya Gilbert Deputy Editor Thursday 05 February 2026 Two engineers who created a tool identifying employees laid off as part of Pinterest’s restructuring efforts last week have been fired for invading their colleagues’ privacy. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Trade Secrets Ex-Googler convicted over AI espionage for Chinese competitor Artificial Intelligence Yellow Envelope Act’s threat to Hyundai’s robot deployment in South Korea Artificial Intelligence AI candidate identity fraud a rising recruitment risk, study finds Artificial Intelligence Amazon’s efficiency drive turns into a Halloween massacre