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ZeniMax Workers United-CWA, representing over 300 quality assurance workers at ZeniMax Media, has reached a tentative union contract with Microsoft. This agreement, pending ratification by union members, promises substantial wage increases and new minimum salaries. Additionally, it includes worker protections against the impacts of AI and a policy ensuring QA workers are credited for their contributions to video games. This milestone marks the first union at a Microsoft subsidiary and sets a precedent for future negotiations. The contract’s implications extend beyond ZeniMax, influencing ongoing negotiations within the broader video game industry.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

ZeniMax Workers United-CWA, representing over 300 quality assurance workers at ZeniMax Media, has reached a tentative union contract with Microsoft. 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