Digg Lays Off Staff and Shuts Down App as Kevin Rose Returns to Lead Restructuring

Digg has announced a major restructuring that includes significant staff reductions and the immediate removal of its mobile application from app stores. The startup confirmed it is not closing operations entirely but is entering a new phase to redefine its platform strategy for the digital future. Founder Kevin Rose will return to work on the project full-time under the continued guidance of current CEO Justin Mezzell.