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Irish video game company Keyword Studios cutting 130 SF jobs
By Alex Baker at KRON4 (KRON-TV)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Keywords International Limited Group, a video game services company founded in Ireland, is cutting nearly 130 jobs in San Francisco . A filing with the Employment Development Department revealed that the job cuts were announced on Monday and will take effect on Aug. 22. The...
Key takeaway A filing with the Employment Development Department revealed that the job cuts were announced on Monday and will take effect on Aug.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The job cuts at Keywords International Limited Group's San Francisco office will have a direct impact on the local economy, particularly in the city's thriving tech industry. With 128 employees losing their jobs, the effects will be felt in the community, from reduced spending power to potential vacancies in the city's commercial real estate market. San Francisco's business community will be watching to see how this layoff affects the overall video game services sector, which has been a significant contributor to the city's economic growth. The city's unemployment rate may see a slight uptick as a result of these job losses, and local leaders may need to consider support measures for affected workers. As the tech industry continues to evolve, San Francisco will need to adapt to changes in the job market and find ways to support businesses and workers through times of transition.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) ·
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