A proposed 5% wealth tax on billionaires in California has qualified for the November ballot after gaining enough signatures. The measure, backed by SEIU-UHW, aims to fund strained public services and has sparked debate and opposition from tech moguls.
Samsung Electronics' largest labor union will hold a confidence vote for its chief, Chairman Choi Seung-ho, due to backlash over a recent wage agreement. The deal includes a special semiconductor performance bonus but has faced criticism for primarily benefiting chip division employees, leading to a decline in union membership.
Google.org is committing $50 million to train 300,000 US workers for skilled trades like electricians and welders. CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted the importance of these workers for the digital economy.
Labor unions interpreted the results of the June 3 local elections as a public mandate for politicians to focus on improving livelihoods. They urged both ruling and opposition parties to address public concerns regarding housing, prices, and jobs, and to cease partisan conflict.
Immigrant rights advocates are organizing in 11 US host cities for the FIFA World Cup, fearing increased immigration enforcement. Groups are distributing legal aid info, threatening strikes, and creating safe zones to protect fans and residents from potential ICE activity.
Kakao Corp. and its labor union engage in second mediation round over wage disputes, including demands for restricted stock unit grants, with strike action looming if talks fail.
Kakao Corp.'s labor union and management to mediate wage disputes on May 27, with strike rights for five unions at stake if mediation fails, amidst South Korea's push for performance-based bonuses.
Uber's plan to trial motorcycle ride-hailing in Taipei's Beitou District is met with strong opposition from the Taiwan Digital Platform Appointment Service Industry Union. The union accuses Uber of exploiting vulnerable workers and manipulating public opinion, warning of legal repercussions and insurance gaps for both drivers and passengers.
Samsung Electronics and its largest labor union reached a tentative wage deal, averting an 18-day strike. The agreement includes a revised bonus system and a 10.5% share of operating profits for semiconductor workers.
President Lee Jae Myung stated that labor union collective actions must have limits and not cause 'serious pain' to others. This comes as Samsung Electronics' union plans a strike over bonus demands, with potential economic impacts estimated up to $66.98 billion.
President Lee Jae Myung stated that labor union collective actions must have limits and not cause serious harm to others. This comes after wage negotiations between Samsung Electronics and its union broke down, with a strike planned for Thursday.
Kakao Corp.'s labor union has voted in favor of a strike after wage negotiations with management failed. Unionized members at five Kakao units, including the headquarters and affiliates like Kakao Pay, are seeking performance-based incentives.
Samsung Electronics and its labor union failed to reach a last-minute wage agreement, paving the way for a potential large-scale strike. The union demands fair compensation amid record profits driven by AI, while the company cites cyclical industry volatility. A strike could impact global semiconductor supply and the South Korean economy.
Kakao Corp.'s labor union members across five affiliates, including Kakao Pay and Kakao Enterprise, have approved a strike vote following failed wage negotiations. Action plans will be announced soon.
Samsung Electronics' largest labor union and management resumed government-led wage mediation talks Wednesday, May 20, ahead of a planned 18-day strike by nearly 48,000 workers. The core dispute centers on performance-based bonuses for the AI-driven semiconductor business.
Samsung Electronics and its largest labor union will resume government-led wage mediation talks on Wednesday morning after failing to reach an agreement on performance-based bonuses and bonus caps during marathon negotiations.
Samsung Electronics and its largest labor union will resume wage mediation talks on Wednesday morning after failing to reach an agreement during marathon negotiations. The core issue remains performance-based bonuses tied to the company's AI semiconductor business.
Samsung Electronics and its largest labor union resumed government-led wage mediation Tuesday, with a potential last-minute deal to avert a strike. The union demands fixed performance bonuses, while the company proposes maintaining the current system with adjustments. A strike could cost South Korea up to 100 trillion won.
Samsung Electronics and its labor union resumed government-led wage mediation Tuesday, aiming to avert a strike. The core dispute centers on performance-based bonuses for the AI semiconductor business, with the union demanding 15% of operating profit and management proposing 10% with a flexible system.
Samsung Electronics and its largest labor union resumed wage mediation talks on Tuesday, May 19, in a final effort to prevent a strike. The core dispute centers on performance-based bonuses for the profitable AI semiconductor business, with the union demanding fixed bonuses and the company proposing adjustments to the current incentive system.
Samsung Electronics' largest union and management resumed government-led wage talks Monday, aiming to avert a strike over performance bonuses. A court partially blocked the strike, requiring production to be maintained, but the union plans to proceed.
Samsung Electronics' largest labor union and management resumed government-led wage mediation talks Monday, seeking to avert an 18-day strike scheduled to begin Thursday over performance-based bonuses. The union demands fixed bonuses, while management proposes maintaining the current system with adjustments. A strike could cost South Korea up to $66.7 billion.
Samsung Electronics and its labor union will resume government-led mediation talks on Monday, three days before a planned 18-day strike. The dispute centers on bonus payouts for the AI semiconductor business.
Samsung Electronics and its labor union will resume government-led mediation talks on Monday, three days before a planned 18-day strike by over 46,000 members. The impasse centers on bonus payouts for the AI semiconductor business.
