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Porting Spotify to Apple Silicon isn't like just compiling the app in a different format but would require a completely new app to be build.

It's basically an unoptimized chrome tab with the benefit of being easy to port to all platforms. The employee activism has been particularly striking at Apple, which is known for its secretive culture. The problem is with the electron framework that Spotify and many other popular apps like Slack use. The charge comes amid a broader push by Silicon Valley workers to speak out about their working conditions and the impact of technology on society. Parrish says she was fired in October after playing a leading role in employee activism. Posts about workplace concerns must be directed to a manager or the "People Support" group, according to the complaint. The company has previously said it does not discuss specific employee matters but is "deeply committed to creating and maintaining a positive and inclusive workplace," taking "all concerns" from employees seriously.Īpple's policy holds that workers cannot create new Slack channels "without management's knowledge and support," according to the complaint, which includes a screenshot of a message detailing the policy.

"It gives the appearance of surveillance of employees' protected speech activities," said the complaint, a copy of which was reviewed by Reuters.Īn Apple spokesperson declined to comment.