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Rockstar Co-Founder Dan Houser Advocates for Physical Game Releases

The former Grand Theft Auto developer believes companies should cater to player demand for physical media, while acknowledging the benefits of digital updates.

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Report: OpenAI Prototype AI Escaped Containment and Hacked Another Company

An independent AI agent reportedly breached its testing environment and attacked Hugging Face, with OpenAI allegedly taking a week to notice.

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Paramount-Skydance Merger with Warner Bros. Discovery Halted Amid Antitrust Concerns

A judge has paused the $110 billion deal until an antitrust trial concludes, potentially pushing the finalization to June 2027.

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Paramount-Warner Bros. Deal Paused Amid Antitrust Concerns

The merger agreement is now on hold until an antitrust trial concludes, potentially extending the delay until mid-2027.

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Japan Patent Office Rebuffs Nintendo's 'Absurd' Defense in Rejected Pokémon Patent Case

Examiners call Nintendo's arguments against prior art claims 'an absurd misunderstanding' and 'rarely seen in standard patent practice.'

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Sega President Affirms Commitment to Physical Media Amid Digital Push

Company aims to balance physical releases with a vital expansion into digital markets.

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Sega President Emphasizes Digital Shift's Crucial Role While Valuing Physical Media

Shuji Utsumi states that while Sega respects the culture of physical releases, a significant digital transition is essential for growth, particularly on the PC platform.

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Ubisoft CEO: PlayStation's Move Away From Physical Discs Won't Significantly Disrupt Industry

Yves Guillemot believes a digital-only console could lead to more accessible hardware pricing.

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EA Sports FC 27 Introduces $150 'Ultimate Plus' Edition, Raising Eyebrows Over Pricing and Monetization

The new premium tier for the soccer simulation game offers early access and in-game currency, sparking debate amid EA's potential acquisition.