Thousands of YouTubers want to unionize, and they've got the support of Europe's largest trade union. (via CNBCMakeIt)
is a German union founded in 1949 with over 2 million members, making it Europe's largest trade union. Although it was originally founded to advocate for the country's metalworkers, IG Metall has expanded to represent other industries.
YouTube has pushed back against FairTube and IG Metall's claims of unfair treatment. "We're deeply invested in creators' success," a YouTube spokesperson told. "We also need to ensure that users feel safe and that advertisers feel confident that YouTube is safe for their brand. We take lots of feedback as we work to get this balance right."
Still, FairTube is not backing down on its demands for change at the company, and it has set a deadline of August 23, 2019 for YouTube to come to the negotiating table. If YouTube refuses, the organizers have threatened legal action to force the company's hand.
Whether or not YouTube decides to change its policies as a result, the support FairTube has gained is a clear indication that the traditional notion of work is no longer relevant for many people. Companies ranging from
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