Telemundo Houston Presents Special Immigration Forum
Telemundo Houston will air the third installment of its immigration forum, part of the 'Inmigración y Tus Derechos' initiative by Telemundo-owned stations, focusing on immigration topics and community rights.
People Can Fly Cancels Two Game Projects and Announces Layoffs
People Can Fly has cancelled two game projects, Gemini and Bifrost, due to publisher-related issues and will lay off staff. The publisher involved is Square Enix. The studio will continue collaboration on Gears of War: E-Day.
ZeniMax QA Workers Secure Tentative Contract Agreement with Microsoft
ZeniMax's QA workers, part of the ZeniMax Workers United-CWA union, reached a tentative contract agreement with Microsoft, marking a significant victory in video game industry unionization. The contract includes wage increases, dismissal protections, and crediting guidelines, with a ratification vote planned for late June. This milestone sets a precedent for future negotiations in the industry, especially within Microsoft.
Trump Administration Attempts to Block Harvard from Enrolling International Students
The Trump administration attempted to revoke Harvard's ability to enroll international students by rescinding its SEVIS certification, a move blocked by a federal judge after Harvard sued for First Amendment violations. The administration's actions, seen as retaliation against Harvard's refusal to comply with demands for student data and political oversight, jeopardize thousands of international students' status. The legal battle highlights tensions over university governance, student rights, and immigration policy.
Politico Staff Challenge Management Over AI Policy Violations
Politico newsroom staff allege violations of the organization's AI usage policies by management and are preparing to challenge these breaches, signaling a legal battle over AI governance in the media company.
Walmart to Cut 1,500 Corporate Jobs in Major Restructuring Effort
Walmart announced a restructuring plan that will cut 1,500 corporate jobs to simplify operations, enhance decision-making speed, and boost employee innovation efforts.
Allen Media Recruits Four Advertising Sales Leaders from Warner Bros
Allen Media has strengthened its advertising sales team by hiring four executives from Warner Bros. This strategic move is expected to enhance Allen Media's sales capabilities and market presence.
Tracking Tech Industry Layoffs: 2024-2025 Update
Over 95,000 tech workers in the U.S. were laid off in 2024, with job cuts continuing into 2025. The Crunchbase tracker provides updates on companies making these reductions.
TikTok's US Ecommerce Team Advised to Work Remotely Amid Layoff Concerns
TikTok has told its US ecommerce employees to work from home amid growing fears of layoffs, as the company is reportedly preparing to make challenging decisions about its workforce. This move reflects ongoing uncertainties within the company regarding its operational strategy and employee retention.
From Mafia Troubleshooter to Prison Consultant: A Unique Second Career
After incarceration, a former mafia troubleshooter reinvented himself as a prison consultant, using his insider knowledge to help white-collar criminals navigate the prison system.
SAG-AFTRA Files Labor Complaint Against Epic Games Over AI-Generated Darth Vader Voice in Fortnite
SAG-AFTRA has filed a labor complaint against Epic Games for using AI to replicate Darth Vader's voice in Fortnite without bargaining terms. The case highlights the ongoing video game voice actor strike related to AI usage and labor rights protections.
Collective Protection for Tech Whistleblowers
Amber Scorah and Psst are developing a secure digital platform that allows tech whistleblowers to report wrongdoing by their bosses anonymously, providing safety through collective protection.
FCC Approves Verizon's $20 Billion Acquisition of Frontier Following Commitment to End DEI Practices
The FCC has approved Verizon's $20 billion acquisition of Frontier, with Verizon committing to end DEI-related practices as part of the deal. The merger will boost fiber internet expansion, targeting 1 million new homes annually, including rural areas. Verizon plans to remove DEI-focused policies and references from its operations. This move follows FCC warnings against companies maintaining DEI policies for deal approvals and marks Verizon's strategic reclaiming of fiber assets previously sold to Frontier.
Increased Scrutiny on US Tech Visa Applications Under Trump Administration
The Trump administration has increased scrutiny on tech visa applications from Silicon Valley, leading to more requests for documentation and complicating the process for applicants.
Activision Blizzard's Overwatch Development Team Forms Union Under CWA
The Overwatch development team at Activision Blizzard has unionized under the CWA, joining a wider trend of unionization within Microsoft-owned gaming studios. The union seeks better job security and working conditions amid previous workplace controversies at Activision Blizzard.