A complaint alleges that Alphabet prevented workers in its AI division from discussing pay concerns, which could violate labor laws. Employees claim they faced pressure to stay silent about wage disparities, limiting their ability to address unfair pay. Labor advocates argue that this suppression violates worker rights and prevents necessary transparency. Alphabet has not yet responded to the allegations. If upheld, the complaint could lead to legal consequences and potential changes in how tech companies handle wage discussions.
See "Alphabet AI Workers Were Illegally Silenced About Pay, Complaint Alleges", Bloomberg Staff, Bloomberg, February 18, 2025