Microsoft's First U.S. Union Contract Brings Big Raises and AI Agreements

Microsoft's First U.S. Union Contract Brings Big Raises and AI Agreements

Microsoft's Historic First U.S. Union Contract Secures Big Pay Raises and AI Protections If you’ve been wondering  what the first union contract with Microsoft looks like  or  what it means for the video game industry , here’s the answer. After two years of negotiations,  ZeniMax's unionized quality assurance testers have reached a landmark agreement with Microsoft. This historic deal marks  Microsoft’s first union contract in the United States , signaling a significant shift in labor dynamics within the gaming sector. The deal offers much more than just a symbolic victory. It guarantees  an immediate 13.5% pay raise  effective July 1, 2025, for QA testers across the board. This boost in pay doesn’t just elevate earnings; it also reflects the industry's growing recognition of quality assurance roles and their contribution to game development. The contract, reported by Bloomberg, also cements  AI safeguards , addressing rising concerns about artificial intelligence displacing human roles…