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Memory Manufacturers Accused of Price Fixing in New Class-Action Lawsuit

A lawsuit alleges Samsung, Micron, and SK Hynix conspired to artificially inflate prices for consumer RAM and storage.

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Microsoft's Stock Faces Worst Month in Over Two Decades Amid Xbox 'Reset'

The company's stock decline coincides with significant internal restructuring plans for the Xbox division, including potential layoffs and studio closures.

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NBC Universal May Pursue Gaming Acquisitions Post-Comcast Split, Report Suggests

Following a corporate restructuring, the media giant could explore significant investments in the video game industry.

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Rockstar Games Workers Push for Union Recognition Ahead of GTA 6 Launch

Employees are collaborating with the Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain to secure official representation as the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 approaches its release.

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Former Dragon Age Writer David Gaider Calls Generative AI a 'Virulent Plague'

Veteran developer David Gaider warns against current generative AI use in game development, citing risks to junior training and legal issues.

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Sony Signals End to Selling PlayStation Hardware at a Significant Loss

The company aims to shift focus from heavily subsidized consoles to delivering value at a fair price, with the PS6 expected to reflect higher manufacturing costs.

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California Bill to Preserve Online Games Fails Senate Committee Vote

The proposed legislation, backed by Stop Killing Games, fell short of a majority in the Business, Professions and Economic Development committee.

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PlayStation Focuses on Monetization Over User Growth, Executives Reveal

Sony Interactive Entertainment's leadership outlines a strategy prioritizing Customer Lifetime Value and PS Plus profitability, with AI seen as a long-term opportunity.

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Xbox Developers Seek Enhanced Layoff Protections Amidst Rumors of Major Cuts

Workers from Zenimax, Activision Blizzard, and other studios are calling for advance notice, hiring freezes, and recall rights.