Google DeepMind workers vote to unionize over concerns about AI military contracts with Israel and US
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Jess Weatherbed
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Summary
Staff at Google DeepMind's headquarters have voted to unionize, with 98% of CWU members supporting the move, in an effort to prevent their AI technology from being used by the US and Israeli militaries. Employees expressed concerns that their AI models are complicit in violations of international law and aiding what they describe as Israel's genocide of Palestinians. The workers are requesting recognition of the Communication Workers Union (CWU) and Unite the Union as joint representatives.
Key quotes
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98 percent of CWU members at DeepMind voting in support of the move.
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