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Microsoft confirms Project Helix hybrid gaming hardware

13 clusters · 256 sources · last updated

Latest: Xbox undergoes restructuring and layoffs amid next-gen hardware leaks

Microsoft has officially confirmed its next-generation gaming hardware, codenamed ‘Project Helix’. Described by Xbox CEO Asha Sharma as a ‘family of devices’, the hybrid system is designed to bridge the gap between conso

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Take-Two Interactive digital strategy and GTA VI outlook

14 clusters · 254 sources · last updated

Latest: Video game industry anticipates major releases for late 2026

Take-Two Interactive has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI is scheduled to launch on November 19, 2026, exclusively for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. To manage technical stability, the company is adopting a stagger

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Video game industry economic crisis

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated

Latest: Video game industry faces massive layoffs and rising costs

The video game industry is experiencing significant instability characterized by mass layoffs and rising production costs. Microsoft recently announced the layoff of nearly 4,800 employees, with the Xbox division plannin

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Digital child and youth protection initiatives

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Latest: EU Commission proposes EU Kids Act to restrict social media for minors

Efforts to improve digital safety for children and youth have gained momentum through regulatory advocacy and expert recommendations. In the European Union, digital economy associations have urged the European Commission

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Apple services revenue and regulatory impact

5 clusters · 28 sources · last updated

Latest: Apple considers App Store changes to boost revenue and margins

Apple’s services division continues to face revenue challenges driven by regulatory shifts and changing consumer behavior. In the second quarter of 2026, US consumer spending on the App Store fell by 6% year-on-year, mar

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