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Wikipedia editors plan strike over Wikimedia Foundation layoffs

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Wikipedia editors are planning protests, including banner sabotage, following layoffs at the Wikimedia Foundation. The foundation disbanded a team responsible for community-requested fixes and moderation tools, sparking anger among editors. This action has led to discussions about potential strikes and other forms of disruption. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses internal community reactions and potential actions within Wikipedia following organizational changes, rather than a core AI development or release.

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Wikipedia editors plan strike over Wikimedia Foundation layoffs

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    Wikipedia editors plot strike and banner sabotage after Wikimedia layoffs

    Foundation sparks revolt after disbanding team responsible for many community-requested fixes and moderation tools

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