Unions, public interest advocates thwart hedge fund's attempted takeover of local news and set groundbreaking FCC precedent

Unions, public interest advocates thwart hedge fund's attempted takeover of local news and set groundbreaking FCC precedent

26 May, 2023

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Unions, public interest advocates thwart hedge fund's attempted takeover of local news and set groundbreaking FCC precedent

In a major victory for journalists and media workers, funding for hedge fund Standard General’s takeover of local news broadcaster TEGNA expires while the deal is under review due to concerns about its impact on jobs.

Unions, public interest advocates thwart hedge fund's attempted takeover of local news and set groundbreaking FCC precedent

European Union approval of Microsoft/Activision merger is encouraging news for workers

European Union approval of Microsoft/Activision merger is encouraging news for workers

26 May, 2023

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European Union approval of Microsoft/Activision merger is encouraging news for workers

In the United States, this merger represents an opportunity for the Federal Trade Commission to transform the video game and technology labor market by providing a clear path to collective bargaining for almost 10,000 workers.

European Union approval of Microsoft/Activision merger is encouraging news for workers

CWA submits comments on NTIA’s implementation of the Digital Equity Act Programs

CWA submits comments on NTIA’s implementation of the Digital Equity Act Programs

26 May, 2023

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CWA submits comments on NTIA’s implementation of the Digital Equity Act Programs

CWA’s comments emphasized that successful Digital Equity Plans should result in measurable improvements to the quality of life, including health, education, and employment opportunities of the covered population.

CWA submits comments on NTIA’s implementation of the Digital Equity Act Programs

San Diego loses revenue from Verizon 5G deal, potentially costing taxpayers over $1.3 million

San Diego loses revenue from Verizon 5G deal, potentially costing taxpayers over $1.3 million

07 Mar, 2023

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San Diego loses revenue from Verizon 5G deal, potentially costing taxpayers over $1.3 million

CWA recommended formal review of the deal ahead of the city’s opportunity to renegotiate in January 2023.

San Diego loses revenue from Verizon 5G deal, potentially costing taxpayers over $1.3 million

Minnesota regulators advance CenturyLink Service Quality probe

Minnesota regulators advance CenturyLink Service Quality probe

07 Mar, 2023

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Minnesota regulators advance CenturyLink Service Quality probe

The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission voted to send the investigation of CenturyLink’s service quality to the Office of Administrative Hearings for public hearings.

Minnesota regulators advance CenturyLink Service Quality probe

Youtube contractors at Cognizant go on strike as NLRB finds Google to be a joint employer

Youtube contractors at Cognizant go on strike as NLRB finds Google to be a joint employer

07 Mar, 2023

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Youtube contractors at Cognizant go on strike as NLRB finds Google to be a joint employer

The strike was kicked off in February after Google contractor Cognizant announced that they were forcing workers back to the office in Austin, TX, despite the majority of workers having been hired remotely and thus being unable to work in Austin. Last week, in a win for workers, an NLRB regional director found Google’s parent Alphabet to be a joint employer.

Youtube contractors at Cognizant go on strike as NLRB finds Google to be a joint employer

Quality Assurance Workers at Microsoft’s ZeniMax Studios establish the company’s first union with CWA and become the largest certified video game studio in the US

Quality Assurance Workers at Microsoft’s ZeniMax Studios establish the company’s first union with CWA and become the largest certified video game studio in the US

07 Mar, 2023

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Quality Assurance Workers at Microsoft’s ZeniMax Studios establish the company’s first union with CWA and become the largest certified video game studio in the US

Unlike other video game and tech corporations, Microsoft made a public commitment around its labor principles which included respecting its employees’ right to form a union.

Quality Assurance Workers at Microsoft’s ZeniMax Studios establish the company’s first union with CWA and become the largest certified video game studio in the US

Labor, civil rights, and public interest advocates urge FCC to adopt strong rules against digital discrimination

Labor, civil rights, and public interest advocates urge FCC to adopt strong rules against digital discrimination

07 Mar, 2023

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Labor, civil rights, and public interest advocates urge FCC to adopt strong rules against digital discrimination

“The lack of access to broadband internet service among communities of color, low-income households, and rural communities means that many vulnerable households are disproportionately excluded from full participation in our society and, thus, raises a critical equity and civil rights concern,” said Labor, civil rights, and public interest advocates.

Labor, civil rights, and public interest advocates urge FCC to adopt strong rules against digital discrimination