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Electronic Arts (EA) has announced a significant change in its workplace policy, mandating that employees within a 30-mile radius of company offices return to on-site work at least three days per week, effectively phasing out its previous remote work model.
A recent U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) report reveals that remote work, when implemented with best practices, enhances talent acquisition, reduces costs, and increases productivity, challenging the push for mandatory office returns.
After years of operating remotely, Coinbase is nearing a lease agreement for a new San Francisco headquarters at Mission Rock, signaling a shift in its remote work policy.
A recent Ontario Superior Court decision determined that mandating an employee’s return to in-person work, after an extended period of remote work without a formal agreement, constitutes constructive dismissal.
A new study shows that companies with high remote work adoption during the pandemic saw more employees launch startups—suggesting remote flexibility might be a surprising engine for entrepreneurship.
A recent Gallup study highlights a paradox in remote work: while remote employees report higher engagement levels, they also experience increased stress and lower overall wellbeing compared to their on-site counterparts.
BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has mandated that its approximately 1,000 managing directors return to the office five days a week, signaling a significant shift in corporate work policies.
The Philippines is set to launch a digital nomad visa, allowing remote workers to live and work in the country for up to a year, aiming to boost tourism and the economy.
Despite a turbulent housing market, Zillow reaffirms its commitment to a remote-first model, attributing recent profitability to its flexible work approach.