Activision Blizzard settles $54M workplace discrimination lawsuit with California
Microsoft's Activision Blizzard said this week it has settled a $54 million workplace discrimination lawsuit with the State of California.
FTC tries again to block Microsoft's acquisition of Activision
The FTC is trying to block Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, the maker of the popular "Call of Duty" franchise, after a lower court allowed the deal to proceed.
Elon Musk says he tried 'Grand Theft Auto' 'but didn't like doing crime'
Elon Musk went on X to briefly weigh in on the popular video game franchise "Grand Theft Auto."
Sony slapped with nearly $8 billion lawsuit over PlayStation Store prices
London Tribunal rules that a nearly $8 billion consumer advocate lawsuit against Sony, maker of the popular PlayStation console and content in its online store, alleging abuse of dominant position, can move forward.
Competitive video gaming, esports boom at universities across America
Many universities across America are picking up on the growing esports trend and are spending massive amounts of money to increase the presence of competitive video gaming on campus.
Video game 'Grand Theft Auto' makes a return after 10 years
Rockstar Games will bring a new "Grand Theft Auto" to market, with the company saying it planned to release the first trailer for it "in early December."
Children bullied, harassed by pro-Palestinian protesters in popular online kids game: report
A pro-Palestinian demonstration in Roblox took place mere hours after Malaysia staged its largest-yet in-person demonstration to show support for the Palestinians.
Delaware man accused of kidnapping 11-year-old from New Jersey he allegedly met on Roblox
A Delaware man arrested last month has been charged with kidnapping after allegedly transporting an 11-year-old girl he met on a gaming platform, from New Jersey.
Netflix deepens video game push, ripping page from its Hollywood script
It is deepening its push into the video game industry, taking advantage of the studios it has acquired in the past two years to create more titles based on Netflix movies and TV shows.
Microsoft completes $69B Activision Blizzard acquisition
Microsoft completed its $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard after clearing a series of regulators’ hurdles since the deal was first announced in January 2022.
GameStop names Ryan Cohen CEO
GameStop is naming billionaire Ryan Cohen as CEO, effective immediately. Cohen is the company's largest investor and replaces Matt Furlong, who was fired in June.
Microsoft-Activision restructured $69B deal pleases British regulators
British regulators said Microsoft’s restructured purchase plan to acquire Activision Blizzard for $69 billion "opens the door" to the biggest ever gaming deal getting done.
Fortnite players may now apply for slice of $245M FTC refund settlement
U.S. regulators are notifying more than 37 million people that they may be eligible for compensation as part of a settlement with Fortnite’s maker.
Microsoft revises Activision deal to get UK approval
Microsoft said Monday it is restructuring its purchase plan for "Call of Duty" game maker Activision Blizzard to satisfy regulators with the U.K. Competition and Markets Authority.
Microsoft reaches deal to keep 'Call of Duty' franchise available on PlayStation
Microsoft announced Sunday that the company reached a deal with Sony to keep the "Call of Duty" franchise available on PlayStation consoles after its Activision Blizzard acquisition.
FTC appealing judge's ruling in Microsoft-Activision deal
The FTC will appeal a California judge’s decision to allow Microsoft’s $69 billion purchase of Activision Blizzard, according to a court filing late Wednesday.
FTC loses case to block Microsoft Activision $69B deal
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission cannot stop Microsoft’s proposed $69 billion purchase of Activision Blizzard, California judge Jacqueline Scott Corley ruled on Tuesday.
Meta introduces VR subscription service for $7.99 per month
Meta Platforms said it rolled out a subscription services that owners of its virtual reality (VR) headsets can start signing up for as of Monday for a monthly fee.
OceanGate CEO explains why he didn't want to hire '50-year-old White guys' to pilot subs
OceanGate Expeditions CEO Stockton Rush, who is onboard the missing Titan submersible, once explained in an interview why he didn't hire captains with military experience.
FTC stalling Microsoft's $69 billion Activision deal
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly planning to block Microsoft’s $69 billion purchase of video game maker Activision Blizzard, maker of best selling game Call of Duty.