Once Popular Finnish Imageboard Ylilauta Hit by MAJOR LAYOFFS

Ylilauta, a once popular Finnish imageboard, is facing major turmoil as founder Sopsy enacts mass layoffs, cutting key staff members including moderators and developers. This drastic move comes just a month after Camoradar reported that Ylilauta's valuation had dropped nearly 40% since May 2024. While Sopsy cites financial struggles and the removal of ads as reasons for the layoffs, many within the community believe this is a profit-driven decision rather than a genuine response to financial pressure.

Monica, a longtime moderator and key figure at Ylilauta, made the situation public through a farewell post that quickly sparked widespread discussion about the platform's internal issues. In the message, Monica revealed that they, along with several other staff members, had been laid off, officially marking the end of their involvement with the site after years of dedicated service. Their post was notable not only for its heartfelt reflections on their time at Ylilauta but also for subtly hinting at deeper issues within the platform's leadership. By being open about the layoffs, Monica’s post resonated with the community, raising concerns about whether the cuts were solely financial or part of broader mismanagement.

The transparency of the message struck a chord with users, who immediately began questioning the future of Ylilauta and its direction under Sopsy’s leadership.