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ByteDance to Lay Off 450 Employees in Indonesian E-Commerce Department After Merger

ByteDance to Lay Off 450 Employees in Indonesian E-Commerce Department After Merger

Following the merger of TikTok Shop with Indonesian rival Tokopedia, ByteDance is set to lay off approximately 450 employees in its Indonesian e-commerce department to eliminate duplicate functions, starting as early as this month.


Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont Rejects $3 Million Fund for Striking Workers

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont rejected a proposed $3 million fund intended to support striking low-wage workers, a bill strongly advocated by state lawmakers.

WestJet Mechanics Overwhelmingly Reject Tentative Agreement, Union Reports

The union representing WestJet mechanics announced that 97% of its members voted to reject a tentative agreement with the airline, prompting concern.

TikTok Shop-Tokopedia Merger Could Leave Thousands of Employees Jobless; Almost 500 Already Terminated

The TikTok Shop-Tokopedia merger in Indonesia could leave thousands of employees jobless. ByteDance has already begun terminating hundreds of staff.


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