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Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Pinterest said he violated laid-off colleagues' privacy. Now he's going public

A former Pinterest engineer claims he was unjustly fired for sharing a tool that revealed employee layoffs.
#amazon
New York Islanders
fromEngadget
14 hours ago

Trump labor board tells Amazon to negotiate with Staten Island warehouse union

Amazon is ordered to recognize and bargain with the Teamsters union for Staten Island workers after a prolonged standoff.
US Elections
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

Trump labor board orders Amazon to bargain with Teamsters

Amazon must recognize and bargain with the Teamsters union at its Staten Island warehouse after a prolonged legal battle.
New York Islanders
fromEngadget
14 hours ago

Trump labor board tells Amazon to negotiate with Staten Island warehouse union

Amazon is ordered to recognize and bargain with the Teamsters union for Staten Island workers after a prolonged standoff.
US Elections
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

Trump labor board orders Amazon to bargain with Teamsters

Amazon must recognize and bargain with the Teamsters union at its Staten Island warehouse after a prolonged legal battle.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
22 hours ago

Former Amazon VP explains the best way to get a bad manager removed

Escalating complaints about a bad manager often backfires; a coordinated approach with documentation is more effective.
Education
fromSan Jose Spotlight
15 hours ago

Silicon Valley teachers union leader faces 'hostile' conduct complaint - San Jose Spotlight

The leader of a teachers union is on leave due to a whistleblower complaint about alleged racially insensitive conduct.
#microsoft
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
14 hours ago

After Microsoft's Q1 Slide, Are the Bulls Still On Board?

Microsoft's stock is significantly undervalued compared to analyst price targets, despite strong revenue growth and consistent earnings performance.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago
Business

Microsoft's Pullback From October Highs Is a Buying Opportunity, According to Wall Street

Microsoft's stock decline presents a strong long-term buying opportunity despite robust underlying fundamentals and growth in AI-related sectors.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
14 hours ago

After Microsoft's Q1 Slide, Are the Bulls Still On Board?

Microsoft's stock is significantly undervalued compared to analyst price targets, despite strong revenue growth and consistent earnings performance.
EU data protection
fromComputerworld
3 days ago

Microsoft facing CMA probe of its business software portfolio

Microsoft is committed to addressing issues raised by the CMA regarding its products and services in the business software market.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Microsoft's Pullback From October Highs Is a Buying Opportunity, According to Wall Street

Microsoft's stock decline presents a strong long-term buying opportunity despite robust underlying fundamentals and growth in AI-related sectors.
Miami food
fromFortune
6 hours ago

Travel guru Rick Steves is happy to pay more taxes | Fortune

Rick Steves supports Washington's new millionaires tax to promote shared prosperity and fund public services.
fromFast Company
21 hours ago

The architecture world just got its second union

This contract, the second in the industry, sets a standard for workers at Sage and Coombe and beyond, according to Architectural Workers United, which has been instrumental in organizing efforts.
NYC startup
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
16 hours ago

AI adoption isn't the hard part, it's building employee agency | Fortune

AI empowers non-coders to execute ideas, requiring companies to foster safe, effective environments for employee agency and innovation.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's advice to workers scared of AI: You're confusing your job with the tools you use to do it | Fortune

AI advancements will not necessarily lead to widespread job losses, as seen in the case of radiologists.
Remote teams
fromFortune
2 days ago

As AI reshapes the office, Fortune's Best Companies to Work For are doubling down on the most human perks | Fortune

Companies must adapt to the AI era by prioritizing employee support and engagement while investing in AI-ready careers.
fromFortune
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Marc Andreessen says AI layoffs are a farce-companies are 75% overstaffed and AI is the 'silver-bullet excuse' to clean house | Fortune

AI is being used as a scapegoat for layoffs resulting from overhiring during the COVID pandemic.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
16 hours ago

AI adoption isn't the hard part, it's building employee agency | Fortune

AI empowers non-coders to execute ideas, requiring companies to foster safe, effective environments for employee agency and innovation.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's advice to workers scared of AI: You're confusing your job with the tools you use to do it | Fortune

AI advancements will not necessarily lead to widespread job losses, as seen in the case of radiologists.
Remote teams
fromFortune
2 days ago

As AI reshapes the office, Fortune's Best Companies to Work For are doubling down on the most human perks | Fortune

Companies must adapt to the AI era by prioritizing employee support and engagement while investing in AI-ready careers.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 days ago

Marc Andreessen says AI layoffs are a farce-companies are 75% overstaffed and AI is the 'silver-bullet excuse' to clean house | Fortune

AI is being used as a scapegoat for layoffs resulting from overhiring during the COVID pandemic.
Marketing tech
fromTipRanks Financial
12 hours ago

AI Recommendation Poisoning: Why Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) Is Fighting So Hard - TipRanks.com

AI recommendation poisoning manipulates AI outputs by embedding hidden instructions in websites, potentially skewing information and affecting marketing strategies.
fromBoston.com
16 hours ago

BU rally pushes back on Pride flag removals, calls for policy change

The rally, held at 1 Silber Way, was organized by Terrier Courage, a group that has collected more than 2,000 signatures on a petition urging the university to reconsider its rules on displays on public-facing windows and walls.
Boston
Healthcare
fromFast Company
18 hours ago

Dignity as a competitive business model

Healthcare affordability is forcing families to delay care, highlighting the need for dignity-centered care models that prioritize patient respect and community health.
Intellectual property law
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Tech Companies Are Trying to Neuter Colorado's Landmark Right-to-Repair Law

Right to repair efforts in Colorado are advancing, allowing users to fix their own devices, despite pushback from manufacturers.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Equity advocate turned defendant: Former head of S.F. human rights commission accused of corruption

Sheryl Davis is accused of steering millions of dollars to Collective Impact, a San Francisco-based nonprofit she previously ran as executive director, according to a criminal complaint filed Monday by the San Francisco District Attorney's Office.
Non-profit organizations
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 day ago

It's not just the pay gap. This disparity also holds working women back

Women face a hidden time gap due to unpaid labor at home, impacting their career advancement opportunities.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Vermont labor board orders state to end return-to-office requirement for employees

The Vermont Labor Relations Board has ordered that Gov. Phil Scott's administration 'rescind' a controversial requirement that state employees return to their physical offices three days per week. The board stated that the state has 'refused to bargain in good faith and interfered with employees' exercise of rights' in requiring in-person work.
Remote teams
Coffee
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Starbucks staff will now get paid weekly and some will get new bonuses

Starbucks is switching to weekly paychecks and introducing a performance-based bonus program for baristas at top stores.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California is a sanctuary state. Its public pensions invest in companies working with ICE

California's pension funds have invested over $2.7 billion in companies contracting with ICE and DHS, raising concerns about alignment with state values.
#oracle
Tech industry
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Recently laid-off Oracle worker says AI is coming for jobs

Oracle laid off thousands of employees, attributing job losses to AI integration in large enterprises.
Tech industry
fromTechzine Global
2 days ago

Oracle lays off thousands of employees to fund AI buildout

Oracle's layoffs affected around 10,000 employees, attributed to cost-cutting measures linked to aggressive AI expansion.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Oracle cuts jobs across sales, engineering, security

Oracle laid off thousands of employees to increase spending on AI infrastructure projects, with potential cuts reaching 30,000.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Big Tech is still laying people off via mass email

Oracle has begun laying off thousands of employees, notifying them via mass email without personal communication from leadership.
Remote teams
fromCalifornia Post
3 days ago

Oracle axes thousands of jobs in massive layoff - notifying fired employees with 6 a.m. email

Oracle laid off thousands of employees via email, citing organizational changes and business needs, causing widespread fear and frustration among remaining staff.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Recently laid-off Oracle worker says AI is coming for jobs

Oracle laid off thousands of employees, attributing job losses to AI integration in large enterprises.
Tech industry
fromTechzine Global
2 days ago

Oracle lays off thousands of employees to fund AI buildout

Oracle's layoffs affected around 10,000 employees, attributed to cost-cutting measures linked to aggressive AI expansion.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Oracle cuts jobs across sales, engineering, security

Oracle laid off thousands of employees to increase spending on AI infrastructure projects, with potential cuts reaching 30,000.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Big Tech is still laying people off via mass email

Oracle has begun laying off thousands of employees, notifying them via mass email without personal communication from leadership.
Remote teams
fromCalifornia Post
3 days ago

Oracle axes thousands of jobs in massive layoff - notifying fired employees with 6 a.m. email

Oracle laid off thousands of employees via email, citing organizational changes and business needs, causing widespread fear and frustration among remaining staff.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
2 days ago

Swedish union leaders warn 'haphazard' citizenship reforms could harm international reputation

Support for transitional rules in Sweden's citizenship overhaul is crucial to maintain trust and attract skilled workers.
Boston real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

Activist investor seeks to oust Americold Chair Mark Patterson over problematic boardroom behavior

Sieve Capital is urging Americold Realty Trust to remove Mark Patterson as chairman due to concerns over his governance and past dealings.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

Former mayoral staffer sues Oakland, says she was fired for blowing the whistle

Leigh Hanson filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination after raising concerns about unethical behavior involving then-Interim Mayor Kevin Jenkins and a city contractor.
#meta
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Meta continues using transphobic company language despite its Oversight Board's warning

Meta's hate speech policy includes an anti-trans term despite recommendations to remove it, highlighting ongoing issues with content moderation.
Tech industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Some Meta employees were told to work remotely for the day as layoffs loom

Meta employees in wearables and ads divisions were directed to work remotely amid impending layoffs affecting potentially 16,000 jobs.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Meta continues using transphobic company language despite its Oversight Board's warning

Meta's hate speech policy includes an anti-trans term despite recommendations to remove it, highlighting ongoing issues with content moderation.
Tech industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Some Meta employees were told to work remotely for the day as layoffs loom

Meta employees in wearables and ads divisions were directed to work remotely amid impending layoffs affecting potentially 16,000 jobs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ex-Alex Jones employee reflects on job at Infowars: It was nonsense. It was lies'

Owens described how Infowars aimed to create a cinematic experience, stating, 'We would go out there, we would shoot videos like we were in the weeds, we were showing what was really going on. But it was nonsense. It was lies.'
Media industry
US news
fromFortune
3 days ago

Warren Buffett says he stopped talking to Bill Gates over Epstein-and worries he could be called as a witness | Fortune

Warren Buffett has not spoken to Bill Gates since the scandal involving Gates' ties to Jeffrey Epstein became public.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Goodell backs Rooney Rule, says diversity 'a benefit' to NFL

The NFL's Rooney Rule, aimed at increasing diversity in hiring, will remain despite legal challenges from Florida's attorney general.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

Good Morning, News: PCC Strike Ends, TSA Workers Finally Get Paid, and a Hospital Forced a Woman to Appear in Virtual Court While in Labor

Support for local journalism and arts is crucial for community enrichment and cultural coverage.
Deliverability
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Oracle layoffs: Stock price rises as sudden job cuts shock employees

Oracle Corporation has conducted unexpected layoffs, notifying employees via email just hours before their scheduled work.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Delve whistleblower strikes again, with alleged receipts about 'fake compliance' | TechCrunch

Delve's CEO denies allegations of faking compliance evidence amid accusations from an anonymous source presenting alleged proof.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
4 days ago

What Gen Z can teach us about commanding respect in the workplace

Gen Z founders leverage unique insights from limited workplace experience to foster ownership and impact among their team members.
NYC LGBT
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Protesters Stage Unsettling Demonstration in Front of Palantir's Office

Protestors rallied against Palantir for its role in military operations and immigration enforcement, staging a die-in to highlight human rights concerns.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

The people who say 'I'm not political' at work aren't neutral. They've already read the entire power map and decided that visible alignment is more dangerous than silent observation. That's not disengagement. That's the most political move in the room. - Silicon Canals

Neutrality in workplace politics often reflects a strategic calculation rather than genuine disinterest, revealing deeper dynamics of influence and power.
#generative-ai
fromFast Company
1 day ago
Women in technology

AI isn't just reshaping productivity and threatening to kill jobs. It's changing how we lead, communicate, and treat each other. It's also creating a new gender gap

Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

The biggest mistake CEOs make with AI has nothing to do with the technology | Fortune

Advanced generative AI tools will transform industries rather than destroy established software companies.
Silicon Valley
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

San Jose workers want safeguards from AI - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's largest union demands safeguards for workers regarding the deployment of generative AI tools amid ongoing contract negotiations.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 day ago

AI isn't just reshaping productivity and threatening to kill jobs. It's changing how we lead, communicate, and treat each other. It's also creating a new gender gap

Generative AI is reshaping communication, trust, and cultural interactions beyond productivity and efficiency concerns.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

The biggest mistake CEOs make with AI has nothing to do with the technology | Fortune

Advanced generative AI tools will transform industries rather than destroy established software companies.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
15 hours ago

9 things people who command respect at work do that have nothing to do with their title or seniority - Silicon Canals

Respect at work is earned through listening and accountability, not through titles or positions.
fromTechCrunch
10 hours ago

Anthropic ramps up its political activities with a new PAC | TechCrunch

Anthropic's political activities have ramped up as the company continues to be enmeshed in a nasty legal battle with the Defense Department. The dispute erupted earlier this year over the government's use of Anthropic's AI models and what guidelines (if any) should exist for that usage.
Artificial intelligence
US Elections
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

GOP congressman tells furious federal workers being fired is part of God's plan for them - LGBTQ Nation

Rep. Mark Alford faced backlash from constituents after suggesting job losses by Elon Musk are part of God's plan.
Business
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Your CEO gives you the ick. Now what?

Emily's perception of her CEO's integrity is compromised after discovering his affair, affecting her confidence in promoting company values.
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromFortune
2 days ago

Jamie Dimon, office-work champion, vows his anti-remote culture 'would crush you.' The economy's top talent in begs to differ | Fortune

Remote work preferences are shifting, with many workers favoring hybrid or fully remote setups over traditional in-person policies.
fromInc
2 days ago
Remote teams

My Team Wants To Work From Home -- But Some Of Them Are Terrible At It

Remote teams
fromForbes
3 days ago

Remote Work Shift: Navigating The Rise In Return To Office Policies

Companies are mandating return-to-office policies despite evidence of remote work productivity.
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago
Remote teams

This Is a Normal Part of Working Today. I Don't Understand How People Do It Without Losing Their Minds.

Remote work culture can create stress due to constant connectivity expectations on platforms like Slack.
Remote teams
fromFortune
2 days ago

Jamie Dimon, office-work champion, vows his anti-remote culture 'would crush you.' The economy's top talent in begs to differ | Fortune

Remote work preferences are shifting, with many workers favoring hybrid or fully remote setups over traditional in-person policies.
Remote teams
fromInc
2 days ago

My Team Wants To Work From Home -- But Some Of Them Are Terrible At It

Balancing remote work fairness is challenging when performance varies significantly among staff.
Remote teams
fromForbes
3 days ago

Remote Work Shift: Navigating The Rise In Return To Office Policies

Companies are mandating return-to-office policies despite evidence of remote work productivity.
Remote teams
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

This Is a Normal Part of Working Today. I Don't Understand How People Do It Without Losing Their Minds.

Remote work culture can create stress due to constant connectivity expectations on platforms like Slack.
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Women's networking event illegally sidelined men, Trump administration claims

The EEOC's lawsuit against Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast claims that the women's networking event was a form of unlawful discrimination against male employees under federal civil rights law.
US news
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
21 hours ago

I used to advise companies on what to pay people. Here are 4 myths you should ignore when negotiating your salary.

Negotiation success relies more on personal value and offers than on market research or salary data.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 days ago

California Suspends Enforcement of Law Requiring VCs to Report Diversity Data

California suspended a new regulation requiring venture capital firms to report demographic data about startup founders amid public criticism.
Business
fromFortune
1 day ago

In the age of AI anxiety, the 100 Best Companies to Work For are betting on their people | Fortune

Employee feedback is crucial for leadership effectiveness and companies must adapt to new priorities in the AI era.
Remote teams
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

Many Employees Are Complaining That Work Has Been 'Stripped of Fun' - Here's Why

Employee morale is declining as companies cut perks and increase workloads with AI.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
11 hours ago

8 workplace phrases that sound professional but are actually passive-aggressive - Silicon Canals

Certain workplace phrases mask passive-aggressive sentiments, creating tension while maintaining plausible deniability.
Women in technology
fromFortune
3 days ago

Sheryl Sandberg tapped a 25-year-old to run Lean In. Here's her plan to close the AI gender gap | Fortune

Women are lagging in AI adoption, prompting Lean In to focus on closing the gender gap with new leadership.
Remote teams
fromVTDigger
2 days ago

Vermont labor board says state must end return-to-office requirement for employees - VTDigger

Vermont Labor Relations Board ordered the rescindment of a requirement for state employees to return to physical offices three days a week.
Tech industry
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Tech CEOs suddenly love blaming AI for mass job cuts. Why?

Job cuts in Big Tech are increasingly justified by advancements in artificial intelligence, shifting away from traditional explanations like efficiency and over-hiring.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Former Amazon VP shares the brutal reality about promotions: Pushy people win

"There is some truth to the old saying, 'the squeaky wheel gets the grease.' This is another harsh truth people don't like."
Careers
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Firms with more women in top roles more likely to dismiss abusive men, study finds

Companies with a higher number of women in senior roles are significantly more likely to dismiss male perpetrators of abuse against female colleagues, according to recent analysis.
Women in technology
Careers
fromBig Think
1 day ago

Why don't Walmart workers walk away from low pay? Monopsony.

Walmart workers find it difficult to leave their jobs despite low wages, challenging the belief that low-paying jobs are easy to replace.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

My New Boss Has Some Unfortunate Corporate Mannerisms. I'm Having an Involuntary Reaction to It.

Corporate-speak can create barriers in communication, leading to feelings of condescension and stress in workplace relationships.
fromJohnjwang
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Why are executives enamored with AI but ICs aren't?

Executives embrace AI for its non-deterministic nature, while individual contributors remain skeptical due to their focus on deterministic tasks.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
4 days ago

One company's 'AI salary bump' is designed to end vague productivity mandates for good | Fortune

Omnisend incentivizes AI usage with salary increases for employees demonstrating effective AI integration in their workflows.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

There's Only One Way to Get More Money at Work. Some People Absolutely Refuse to Do It.

Many people do not negotiate their salaries, often accepting initial offers due to fear of appearing greedy.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

I burned out as a manager at Microsoft then got laid off. Nearly 3 years later, I'm still looking for work.

Karena Plepel, a former Microsoft senior hub manager, has been job searching since her layoff in July 2023 after a turbulent career at the company.
Remote teams
fromAbc
5 days ago

How to approach your employer about working from home and flexible work

Improving access to flexible work arrangements, including working from home, is essential for employees facing rising living costs.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Silicon Valley Employees Are Starting to Protest Again

Tech industry shifted from pandemic-era progressive employee activism to conservative, pro-Trump alignment as leaders, investors, and AI-driven job fears suppressed dissent.
#microsoft-teams
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

'Shut up and focus on the mission': Tech workers are frustrated by their companies' silence about ICE

Tech workers report CEOs' silence amid immigration enforcement fosters a culture of fear, instructing employees to stay quiet and avoid speaking out.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Google staff call for firm to cut ties with ICE

Nearly 900 Google employees demand transparency and halt to company work supporting US immigration enforcement and DHS, ICE, and CBP operations.
#google-employee-activism
fromWIRED
1 month ago
US politics

Over 800 Google Workers Urge Company to Cancel Any Contracts With ICE and CBP

fromWIRED
1 month ago
US politics

Over 800 Google Workers Urge Company to Cancel Any Contracts With ICE and CBP

US politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Tech workers call for CEOs to speak up against ICE after the killing of Alex Pretti

Big Tech leaders hold White House influence yet stayed mostly silent after ICE killings; employees pressure CEOs to force ICE withdrawal and end contracts.
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