Fox Announces Major Television Company Merger

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Fox has announced a merger that will create the third-largest television company in the United States.
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Fox says the combined company will be the third largest in US television.

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Microsoft's Xbox division is undergoing a significant "reset" with 3,200 layoffs and the divestment of five acquired studios. New CEO Asha Sharma cited a need to "simplify" the bloated division and refocus on "industry-defining franchises" after years of underperforming investments in smaller studios and Game Pass.

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UK regulator warns of 'arms race' in AI use in financial services

Sheldon Mills, an executive director at the UK's Financial Conduct Authority, warns of an "arms race" in AI use in financial services, urging greater regulatory powers and a review of large language models. His report highlights both benefits like "hyper-personalization" and risks such as fraud and manipulation, advocating for human accountability.

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Microsoft Lays Off 4,800 Employees, Primarily in Xbox and Sales, Amid AI Investment

Microsoft cut approximately 4,800 jobs, 2.1% of its global workforce, impacting Xbox and commercial sales the most. This move, with 1,600 roles eliminated at Xbox, is framed as a necessary restructure due to industry changes and AI integration, despite assurances that AI is not directly replacing these roles.

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Compulsion Games Becomes Independent Again, Retains Game Rights

Compulsion Games is returning to independent management after its time with Xbox. The studio will retain the rights to its games: Contrast, We Happy Few, and South of Midnight. They expressed gratitude for their years with Xbox and excitement for the future.

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