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Government employees barred from using social media in….
AppWizard
September 20, 2024

Government employees barred from using social media in….

The Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Karnah issued a directive on September 14 mandating the withdrawal of government employees from social media platforms to ensure political neutrality during elections. This measure responds to reports of public servants discussing political matters, violating the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). The circular instructs all employees to exit platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, and Twitter where political discussions occur, warning that breaches will result in disciplinary action. Additionally, local social media group administrators are required to review memberships to exclude government employees from non-official groups, with non-compliance leading to severe repercussions.
Raven union accuses Microsoft and Activision Blizzard of "bad faith bargaining"
AppWizard
August 29, 2024

Raven union accuses Microsoft and Activision Blizzard of “bad faith bargaining”

Unionised employees at Raven Software have filed an unfair labor practice complaint with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) against Microsoft and Activision Blizzard, alleging insincere negotiation practices. Claude Cummings Jr., president of the Communications Workers of America (CWA), expressed disappointment over the slow progress towards a first contract following Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Microsoft has stated its commitment to negotiating in good faith. The NLRB recognized the Raven union in April 2022, with Xbox and Activision Blizzard acknowledging the bargaining unit and expressing willingness to engage in good faith negotiations.
Telegram messaging app CEO Pavel Durov arrested at French airport
AppWizard
August 26, 2024

Telegram messaging app CEO Pavel Durov arrested at French airport

Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, was arrested at Le Bourget airport near Paris after arriving from Baku, Azerbaijan. He is scheduled to appear in court following his detention related to a preliminary investigation involving serious allegations such as fraud, drug trafficking, cyberbullying, organized crime, and promoting terrorism. The French office OFMIN issued an arrest warrant due to concerns about Durov's alleged inaction regarding criminal exploitation on his platform. The Russian embassy in Paris has expressed concerns over Durov's arrest and accused French authorities of a lack of cooperation. Dmitry Medvedev, former president of Russia, commented on Durov's situation, suggesting he miscalculated by leaving Russia and avoiding cooperation with security services. Telegram, which has over 900 million active users, is based in Dubai and promotes itself as a privacy-centric messaging app, despite facing criticism for being a platform for misinformation and harmful content.
Telegram messaging app CEO Durov arrested: French media
AppWizard
August 25, 2024

Telegram messaging app CEO Durov arrested: French media

Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, was reportedly apprehended in France at Bourget airport while traveling on his private jet. His arrest is linked to a preliminary police investigation and an arrest warrant concerning the absence of moderators on the Telegram platform, which allegedly allowed criminal activities to proliferate. Telegram, founded in 2013, has nearly one billion users and has attracted scrutiny from European nations for security and data privacy issues. Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Telegram has become a primary source for unfiltered information, raising alarms among governments. Durov has faced pressure from governments but maintains that Telegram should be a "neutral platform." The app was blocked in Russia in 2018 for refusing to comply with a court order regarding user encryption.
500 World of Warcraft devs vote to unionise
AppWizard
July 25, 2024

500 World of Warcraft devs vote to unionise

Around 500 World of Warcraft staff members have voted to unionize with the Communications Workers of America. This is the first wall-to-wall union at Activision Blizzard and the largest at an Xbox studio.
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AppWizard
July 22, 2024

Bethesda US studios have unionised

Bethesda's US arm has successfully unionised with a bargaining unit of 241 members, including employees from various departments. Microsoft has officially recognized the bargaining unit, which includes developers from Bethesda's Austin, Dallas, and Rockville studios. The unionisation follows Bethesda's Montreal studio also announcing its intentions to unionise. Senior system designer Mandi Parker expressed excitement about the union, highlighting the benefits of bringing democracy into the workplace. Johnny Brown, president of the CWA's 2108 Maryland branch, commended the Bethesda Game Studios professionals for their achievement and emphasized the importance of having a union to negotiate better working conditions and raise industry standards.
Bethesda Montreal files for unionisation
AppWizard
June 28, 2024

Bethesda Montreal files for unionisation

Bethesda Game Studios Montreal has applied to form a union with the Quebec Labour Board. The new bargaining unit, known as One BGS MTL, aims to create a supportive workplace that nurtures creativity and talent in order to develop top-tier video games. If successful, this would make Bethesda Game Studios Montreal the second ZeniMax studio to unionize.
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