4,500 Google Workers Demand Layoff Protections in Historic Petition to CEO
As Google’s valuation hits $4 trillion, over 4,500 employees petition CEO Sundar Pichai for guaranteed severance and buyout options, exposing the growing divide between AI-driven efficiency and workforce stability. The Alphabet Workers Union-led action calls for an end to quota-based performance ratings. This employee activism signals a critical challenge for HR leaders in tech navigating cost optimization and talent retention.
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