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Google DeepMind union negotiations off to a difficult start

WIRED AI Google DeepMind Unionization Talks Are Off to a Rocky Start

Employees at Google DeepMind expressed frustration during unionization talks, accusing executives of being unwilling to engage meaningfully with their efforts.

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Labor disputes at top AI labs could impact development timelines and set precedents for how tech workers are treated in the AI industry.

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