Dell Says Remote Employees Won’t Be Eligible for Promotions: Report

Michael Dell, the CEO of the technology company that bears his surname, has long been an advocate of remote work and not so long ago called it “the future of work.” But it seems that even Dell (the company), can’t help but follow the trend among technology companies suddenly convinced that in-office work is the … Read more

Feds Say Activision Layoffs Violate Promises Microsoft Made in Merger Deal

Image: Jaap Arriens (Getty Images) The Federal Trade Commission isn’t happy with the outcome of Microsoft’s $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, telling a court on Wednesday that Microsoft’s recent layoffs contradict promises it made to get the merger approved. Warning! Microsoft Wants ChatGPT to Control Robots Next In a letter to the clerk of … Read more

Nextdoor Lays Off 25% of Staff as ‘Commitment to Shareholders’

Image: Ascannio (Shutterstock) Nextdoor, a popular neighborhood app, is prioritizing its “commitment to shareholders” over its commitment to employees by eliminating a quarter of its staff to meet shareholder expectations, the company said in a 2023 Q3 report Tuesday. The layoffs are reportedly part of an effort to reduce Nextdoor’s personnel expenses by up to $60 … Read more