Unionized Xbox Workers Demand Layoff Protections as Microsoft Gaming Division Faces Expected Job Cuts
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Wesley Yin-Poole
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Unionized Xbox workers, represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA), are demanding layoff protections ahead of expected major job cuts at Microsoft's gaming division. Reports indicate that sweeping layoffs and potential studio closures are expected to be finalized by the end of Microsoft's fiscal year on June 30. Bloomberg's Jason Schreier described the anticipated cuts as a potential "bloodbath." Microsoft has stated it will continue negotiations with the CWA.
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· 3 pulledCWA members have called for immediate bargaining following the reports that sweeping layoffs will be finalized at the end of Microsoft's fiscal year on June 30.
Bloomberg's Jason Schreier said the Xbox layoffs will likely result in a 'bloodbath' of job losses and studio closures, leaving developers 'punished' simply for following Microsoft's orders.
A Microsoft spokesperson told IGN it will continue to negotiate with the CWA to reach a
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