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CWA Canada criticizes Microsoft over Bethesda Game Studios layoffs

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CWA Canada has criticized Microsoft for its handling of layoffs at Bethesda Game Studios Montreal, stating that approximately a dozen employees were eliminated. The union described the situation as workers being 'used, abused, and discarded.' This action follows Microsoft's acquisition of Bethesda. AI

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CWA Canada criticizes Microsoft over Bethesda Game Studios layoffs

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    🎮 'Used, abused, and discarded:' CWA Canada slams Microsoft over handling of Bethesda layoffs The union claims around a dozen roles have been eliminated at Beth

    🎮 'Used, abused, and discarded:' CWA Canada slams Microsoft over handling of Bethesda layoffs The union claims around a dozen roles have been eliminated at Bethesda Game Studios Montreal. 📰 Source: gamedeveloper 🔗 Link: https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/-employers-are-ruthle…

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