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Kakao union formalises opposition to spin-off, seeks joint bargaining

Kakao\'s labour union has formalised its opposition to the planned corporate spin-off that would split the company into KakaoX and KakaoAI, and said it will work to defeat the proposal at a shareholders meeting. The union also plans to pursue joint bargaining at the Kakao group level in addition to talks at individual affiliates. It is seeking fuller disclosure of post-split employment and organisational plans and consultation before a planned extraordinary shareholders meeting in December.

Industry

Naver, Kakao face new test of labor relations over head office responsibility

Naver and Kakao are facing a new test of labor relations as they run multiple affiliates and restructure governance. Naver’s union is seeking unified bargaining covering 16 entities, arguing key decisions are shaped by the head office despite separate talks. Kakao is set to face a demand for joint bargaining across major affiliates as it plans a corporate split into KakaoAI and KakaoX. The disputes focus on how to balance subsidiary independence with group-level responsibility.

Games & Commerce

Kakao wage deal tentative agreement approved, labour dispute moves toward close

Kakao’s tentative 2026 wage agreement with its labour union has been approved in a vote by union members, ending more than two months of wage bargaining conflict. The union said no unusual issues are expected following the approval, and the talks will formally end after procedures including a signing ceremony, though the date is undecided. Kakao said the deal includes a 6.3 percent increase in the annual salary pool and a 3 million won special incentive payment.