microsoft Microsoft Forces Remaining Staff to Embrace AI After 15,000 Layoffs Microsoft cuts over 15,000 jobs in 2025 and tells surviving employees they must integrate AI tools into their daily work or face termination.
microsoft Microsoft Completes Record $75.4 Billion Activision Blizzard Acquisition Microsoft finalizes its historic $75.4 billion purchase of Activision Blizzard, making it the largest video game acquisition in history. The deal brings major franchises like Call of Duty and World of Warcraft under the Microsoft Gaming division.
google stadia Google Stadia Shutdown Reshapes Cloud Gaming Strategies for Amazon and Xbox The sudden closure of Google Stadia forces competing cloud gaming platforms to reevaluate their business models and subscription offerings. Rivals like Amazon Luna and Xbox Cloud Gaming now face increased scrutiny as the industry searches for a sustainable path forward.
microsoft Microsoft Agrees to Historic $68.7 Billion Activision Blizzard Acquisition Microsoft announces its largest acquisition ever by purchasing gaming giant Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion in an all-cash deal. The monumental move positions Microsoft to compete directly in building the metaverse.
microsoft Microsoft Buys Activision Blizzard in Record $68.7 Billion Gaming Deal Microsoft announces a massive $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, making it the third-largest tech deal in history. The move positions Microsoft to compete directly with industry leaders like Sony and Tencent in the rapidly growing gaming market.
microsoft Microsoft Buys Troubled Activision Blizzard in Record $68.7 Billion Deal Microsoft acquires Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion in an all-cash deal, bringing major franchises under the Xbox umbrella. The purchase occurs as the gaming giant faces severe employee unrest and ongoing sexual harassment scandals.
microsoft Microsoft Shifts Xbox Strategy Beyond Console Sales as Sony Launches PS5 Microsoft and Sony release competing next-generation consoles, but Microsoft focuses on player engagement rather than traditional hardware sales. The pandemic fuels a massive surge in gaming that represents a major revenue opportunity for both tech giants.
microsoft Microsoft Beats Earnings Expectations as Azure Growth Reaches 48% Microsoft exceeds revenue and profit projections for its latest quarter while its Azure cloud platform posts impressive 48% growth. Despite the strong results, the company's stock remains flat in after-hours trading.
microsoft Microsoft Buys Bethesda Parent ZeniMax for $7.5 Billion Microsoft announces a massive $7.5 billion cash deal to acquire ZeniMax Media, the parent company of Bethesda and several other major game studios. The acquisition brings iconic franchises like Elder Scrolls and Fallout under Microsoft's umbrella and adds Bethesda games to Xbox Game Pass.
playstation 5 Sony Prices PlayStation 5 at $500 for November Launch Sony reveals that the PlayStation 5 will launch on November 12 for $500, directly challenging Microsoft's Xbox pricing. The digital edition costs $400, and the console boasts a strong lineup of launch titles.
xbox Xbox Series X and Series S Consoles Arrive November 10 Microsoft confirms the global launch of its two next-generation Xbox consoles on November 10. The tech giant also expands its subscription program to make the new hardware more affordable.
xbox Microsoft Bundles EA Play Into Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Tiers Microsoft is bringing EA Play to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC subscribers at no additional cost this holiday season. The addition further cements Game Pass as an incredibly comprehensive gaming subscription.
xbox Leaked Images Reveal Xbox Series S Console at $299 Price Point A new leak shows the disc-less Xbox Series S, confirming its $299 price tag and compact white design. The budget-friendly console sits alongside the more powerful and expensive Series X.
microsoft Microsoft Acquires Bethesda and Zenimax in $7.5 Billion Deal Microsoft finalizes a massive $7.5 billion purchase of Zenimax Media and its flagship studio Bethesda, adding major franchises to its Xbox portfolio. The acquisition significantly expands Microsoft's first-party game development capabilities.
apple Apple Permits Game Streaming on App Store With Strict Caveats Apple updates its App Store guidelines to permit game streaming services, but requires companies to submit each game as a separate app for individual review.