"Activision QA Workers Rally Against 'Soft Layoff' Mandate"

Activision quality assurance (QA) workers are protesting a new return-to-office mandate that requires them to work in-office five days a week starting in late January. The ABK Workers Alliance opposes the mandate, claiming that it will result in many employees being forced out of the company. Activision is offering severance packages to those who voluntarily leave due to the mandate. The workers' group argues that Activision has not adequately supported employees who need to work remotely for various reasons. The company claims that in-person work is more effective for the QA team, citing improved broadband speeds and better hardware access. The ABK Workers Alliance believes that the decision should be made on an individual basis, considering the needs of each employee.