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Ubisoft Undergoes Further Restructuring, Closing Studios and Laying Off Staff
The publisher shutters studios in Winnipeg and Belgrade and implements layoffs across multiple locations as part of ongoing efforts to streamline operations.
Ubisoft Continues Restructuring With Studio Closures and Layoffs
The company has shut down its Winnipeg and Belgrade studios and implemented significant layoffs at its Barcelona branch.
Valve to Discontinue Physical Steam Gift Cards at Retailers Due to Scams
The company is phasing out physical cards sold in stores by the end of 2026 to combat ongoing fraudulent activities.
German Court Rules Google Liable for False Claims in AI Overviews
A regional court found that Google bears responsibility for inaccuracies generated by its AI Overviews, rejecting the company's argument that users should inherently distrust AI-generated content.
Valve Discontinues Physical Steam Gift Cards Amidst Scammer Adaptations
Retailers will cease stocking physical Steam gift cards as scammers continually adapt to security measures.
AI Hallucinations Lead to Lawyer Disbarment and Fines in Court Case
Two attorneys face two-year practicing bans and fines for submitting non-existent AI-generated citations.
Xbox Game Pass Lost Millions of Subscribers After Price Hike, Analyst Claims
A significant price increase in 2025 led to a substantial drop in Game Pass subscriptions, prompting Microsoft to later reduce prices.
Fumito Ueda's Studio GenDesign Avoids AI in Game Development
The director behind Ico and Shadow of the Colossus states that while AI aids in project management, all creative aspects of Gen Atlas are human-driven.
Summer Game Fest 2026 Highlights Industry's Retreat to Familiar Franchises
This year's showcase leaned heavily on sequels, remakes, and established IPs, reflecting a broader industry trend towards perceived safety amidst financial uncertainty.