Google reissues internal policy prohibiting trolling & name calling

Google’s workplace culture has been embattled over the past year, with accusations of harassment and discrimination raising questions about the tech giant’s environment.

In response, Google has reissued its internal policies, with CEO Sundar Pichai announcing the changes in a company-wide email last week.

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The new policies relate to doxxing - the act of revealing personal information or contact details of a person without consent - harassment and discrimination, according to a copy of the email seen by CNBC.

The new rules follow concern over employee debate on Google’s internal messaging mail lists and forums staff use for discussions – both work and non-work related.