The recent Apple Digital Markets Act violation has sent ripples through the tech industry, culminating in a hefty $568.6 million fine imposed by the European Union.This penalty comes in the wake of findings that Apple failed to adhere to the EU’s Digital Markets Act by obstructing app developers from promoting alternative payment methods outside of the Apple App Store.
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The recent complaint against Ubisoft for data protection concerns has raised significant questions about the company’s compliance with stringent data privacy laws.Filed by the NGO NOYB, the complaint focuses on Ubisoft’s practice of enforcing “always online” connections for single-player games, which, according to critics, lacks a valid legal basis under GDPR compliance.
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Hogo Games funding has recently made headlines with the studio securing an impressive $5 million in a recent financing round.Led by Red Axe Games, along with support from a group of angel investors, this substantial investment will significantly impact Hogo Games’ ability to innovate within the gaming industry.
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The gaming world is abuzz with excitement as Resident Evil 4 Remake has officially surpassed the remarkable milestone of 10 million copies sold, positioning it as the fastest game in the Resident Evil franchise to achieve such astounding sales.Released on April 25, 2025, this title has significantly contributed to Capcom’s ongoing success, showcasing the enduring appeal of the Resident Evil franchise.
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In a surprising move, Meta has implemented layoffs within its Reality Labs division, a decision that significantly impacts Oculus Studios jobs.These Meta job cuts, which may affect over 100 employees, highlight the company’s ongoing reorganization efforts aimed at enhancing efficiency.
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The recent Mighty Yell layoffs have sent ripples through the gaming community, as the Toronto-based developer navigates tough financial waters ahead of its next title, All Systems Dance.With the gaming industry grappling with unprecedented challenges, Mighty Yell’s decision to let go of a few of its developers was not made lightly.
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The buzz around the Split Fiction movie adaptation is growing as fans eagerly anticipate its arrival on the big screen.Directed by the talented Jon M.
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The recent Devolver Digital layoffs have sparked significant concern within the video game industry as the publisher has announced substantial staffing cuts at its subsidiary studio Nerial, impacting around 40% of its workforce.This shocking move follows similar downsizing measures implemented at other subsidiaries, such as Artificer and Good Shepherd / Big Fan, which saw their teams halved in 2024.
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Game preservation has emerged as a vital endeavor in the gaming industry, emphasizing the importance of preserving the legacies of iconic titles from companies like Square Enix, Capcom, and Sega.As these major players take significant steps to archive past game development materials, the focus on video game archives has intensified, with efforts to document art, design, and cultural impacts dating back to the golden years of Japanese game development.
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In a surprising turn of events, Nintendo has taken legal action by filing a subpoena against Discord, seeking to uncover the identity of the leaker behind the ‘teraleak’ that exposed sensitive Pokémon information in October 2024.This ‘Pokémon leak’ has sparked significant discussion within gaming communities, raising concerns about data privacy and intellectual property.
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