"Microsoft Cuts 1,900 Gaming Division Jobs Across Xbox and Activision Blizzard"
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Microsoft is laying off 1,900 staff from its video game workforce following its $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Xbox boss Phil Spencer stated that the company will provide full support to those impacted, including severance benefits. The layoffs are part of a strategy to align with a sustainable cost structure and support the growing business. The cuts come amidst a trend of layoffs in the video game industry, with estimates suggesting that over 10,000 workers were laid off in 2023, and the trend has continued into 2024.
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- Phil Spencer announces Microsoft is laying off nearly 2000 people from its gaming division Gamesradar
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