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NVIDIA's CEO just claimed humanity has achieved "AGI" — here's why Microsoft lawyers may (aggressively) disagree
Has humanity achieved the vaunted "AGI" AI benchmark? Jensen Huang thinks so. Microsoft has some specific clauses with OpenAI around these claims though ...NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang holding OpenAI and Microsoft logos, crudely photoshopped on top by Jez CordenJensen Huang's recent comments might have Microsoft's legal team uniquely nervous ...
24 mars 2026 à 12:17

NVIDIA's CEO just claimed humanity has achieved "AGI" — here's why Microsoft lawyers may (aggressively) disagree

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24 mars 2026 à 12:17

Has humanity achieved the vaunted "AGI" AI benchmark? Jensen Huang thinks so. Microsoft has some specific clauses with OpenAI around these claims though ...

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang holding OpenAI and Microsoft logos, crudely photoshopped on top by Jez Corden

Jensen Huang's recent comments might have Microsoft's legal team uniquely nervous ...

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World of Warcraft: Midnight review — This dark middle act has immense ambition, but Blizzard is spreading itself thin at the cost of quality
The high bar Blizzard has set itself has given us more "stuff" to do in WoW than ever, but there's a variety of quality issues that are compounding into frustration.World of Warcraft: MidnightWorld of Warcraft: Midnight
24 mars 2026 à 08:40

World of Warcraft: Midnight review — This dark middle act has immense ambition, but Blizzard is spreading itself thin at the cost of quality

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Par : [email protected] (Jez Corden)

24 mars 2026 à 08:40

The high bar Blizzard has set itself has given us more "stuff" to do in WoW than ever, but there's a variety of quality issues that are compounding into frustration.

World of Warcraft: Midnight

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Xbox isn't giving up on Japan — there's a promising sign of continued investment in the region
Xbox has historically struggled in Japan, but it has arguably been doing better than ever in recent years. Microsoft is keen to keep the train going.Xbox Ally with Japanese flag on the screenXbox isn't giving up on Japan just yet.
19 mars 2026 à 07:00

Xbox isn't giving up on Japan — there's a promising sign of continued investment in the region

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Par : [email protected] (Jez Corden)

19 mars 2026 à 07:00

Xbox has historically struggled in Japan, but it has arguably been doing better than ever in recent years. Microsoft is keen to keep the train going.

Xbox Ally with Japanese flag on the screen

Xbox isn't giving up on Japan just yet.

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'Fallout 76' Xbox players in Japan have been blocked from Fallout 1st for months — Microsoft finally responds
There's no explanation, but Microsoft says the Fallout 1st subscription will return "later in 2026." As for what's going on is anyone's guess.Fallout 76Fallout 76
10 mars 2026 à 22:00

'Fallout 76' Xbox players in Japan have been blocked from Fallout 1st for months — Microsoft finally responds

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10 mars 2026 à 22:00

There's no explanation, but Microsoft says the Fallout 1st subscription will return "later in 2026." As for what's going on is anyone's guess.

Fallout 76

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Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hosted Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella in an internal Q&A, amplifying that Microsoft will "always" invest in gaming. "We're long on gaming. We'll continue to invest, and we'll always do so."
At a big internal Q&A session, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hosted Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, discussing the "long" vision for Xbox's future.Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella with Xbox CEO Asha SharmaRocking an Xbox hoodie, Satya Nadella revealed that he's "long" on gaming.
8 mars 2026 à 18:55

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hosted Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella in an internal Q&A, amplifying that Microsoft will "always" invest in gaming. "We're long on gaming. We'll continue to invest, and we'll always do so."

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8 mars 2026 à 18:55

At a big internal Q&A session, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hosted Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, discussing the "long" vision for Xbox's future.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella with Xbox CEO Asha Sharma

Rocking an Xbox hoodie, Satya Nadella revealed that he's "long" on gaming.

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Xbox staff are now internally testing a new ROG Xbox Ally feature — which is also slated for Xbox next-gen
The new Xbox "Highlight Reels" feature uses the Xbox Ally X NPU and is almost certainly going to appear on the next-gen Xbox. Here's how it works.Xbox Ally X with PC stuffThe Xbox Ally X is a great gaming device, but also an oddly capable productivity device. The Gen-10 Xbox will probably be the same way.
19 février 2026 à 07:01

Xbox staff are now internally testing a new ROG Xbox Ally feature — which is also slated for Xbox next-gen

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Par : [email protected] (Jez Corden)

19 février 2026 à 07:01

The new Xbox "Highlight Reels" feature uses the Xbox Ally X NPU and is almost certainly going to appear on the next-gen Xbox. Here's how it works.

Xbox Ally X with PC stuff

The Xbox Ally X is a great gaming device, but also an oddly capable productivity device. The Gen-10 Xbox will probably be the same way.

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World of Warcraft leads pledge more player customization — housing, race updates, custom animations, and glyphs to merge with transmog?
We spoke to Maria Hamilton, Design Director and Jay Hwang, Principal Artist on World of Warcraft's bigger emphasis on player housing, customization, and what we could see next from the game.World of Warcraft Player HousingNayelea's house is awesome!
16 février 2026 à 12:00

World of Warcraft leads pledge more player customization — housing, race updates, custom animations, and glyphs to merge with transmog?

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Par : [email protected] (Jez Corden)

16 février 2026 à 12:00

We spoke to Maria Hamilton, Design Director and Jay Hwang, Principal Artist on World of Warcraft's bigger emphasis on player housing, customization, and what we could see next from the game.

World of Warcraft Player Housing

Nayelea's house is awesome!

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'Overwatch' just hit its highest player base on Steam PC since launch — passing Battlefield 6 and Call of Duty
All it needed was a flying kitty. Overwatch is so back, as the kids say.Overwatch cat with meme juiceOverwatch cat with meme juice
8 février 2026 à 10:20

'Overwatch' just hit its highest player base on Steam PC since launch — passing Battlefield 6 and Call of Duty

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Par : [email protected] (Jez Corden)

8 février 2026 à 10:20

All it needed was a flying kitty. Overwatch is so back, as the kids say.

Overwatch cat with meme juice

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EXCLUSIVE: New details on Xbox's next-gen console(s) — and Microsoft's most ambitious gaming plans ever
From AMD's claims of a 2027 Xbox to the idea of a plurality of Xbox next-gen consoles — lets sift through some fresh details.Xbox floating above the waterMicrosoft's Gen-10 Xbox is its most ambitious ever, by far. And most risky.
8 février 2026 à 08:30

EXCLUSIVE: New details on Xbox's next-gen console(s) — and Microsoft's most ambitious gaming plans ever

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Par : [email protected] (Jez Corden)

8 février 2026 à 08:30

From AMD's claims of a 2027 Xbox to the idea of a plurality of Xbox next-gen consoles — lets sift through some fresh details.

Xbox floating above the water

Microsoft's Gen-10 Xbox is its most ambitious ever, by far. And most risky.

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'Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth' Xbox Play Anywhere launch date slated for June 3, 2026 — more details on Part 3 coming later this year
Pre-orders are live now for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, the remake trilogy's open world middle act.Trailer screenshot of Sephiroth in Final Fantasy VII RebirthTrailer screenshot of Sephiroth in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
5 février 2026 à 11:31

'Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth' Xbox Play Anywhere launch date slated for June 3, 2026 — more details on Part 3 coming later this year

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Par : [email protected] (Jez Corden)

5 février 2026 à 11:31

Pre-orders are live now for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, the remake trilogy's open world middle act.

Trailer screenshot of Sephiroth in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth

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Epic wants its store on the next‑gen Xbox — and Microsoft might actually let it happen
We recently caught up with Epic Games Store VP and GM Steve Allison to learn about how the platform is going in a world increasingly dominated by Steam.Xbox Ally mockup with Xbox logo and Epic Store logosXbox Ally mockup with Xbox logo and Epic Store logos
4 février 2026 à 15:37

Epic wants its store on the next‑gen Xbox — and Microsoft might actually let it happen

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4 février 2026 à 15:37

We recently caught up with Epic Games Store VP and GM Steve Allison to learn about how the platform is going in a world increasingly dominated by Steam.

Xbox Ally mockup with Xbox logo and Epic Store logos

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'Xbox Play Anywhere' capabilities arrive for one of this year's most anticipated games — as others leave Xbox PC in the dust
One step forward, a few steps backwards. Microsoft's occasional wins with Xbox PC often come with caveats, highlighting the work still required.Crimson Desert with Xbox Play Anywhere logo
3 février 2026 à 09:41

'Xbox Play Anywhere' capabilities arrive for one of this year's most anticipated games — as others leave Xbox PC in the dust

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Par : [email protected] (Jez Corden)

3 février 2026 à 09:41

One step forward, a few steps backwards. Microsoft's occasional wins with Xbox PC often come with caveats, highlighting the work still required.

Crimson Desert with Xbox Play Anywhere logo

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If the next Xbox is a PC, Microsoft needs to prove it can avoid Windows’ biggest problems
I've been using Windows almost daily for 30 years. I know my way around its idiosyncrasies and foibles. But is that what the average Xbox gamer wants to have to deal with?Xbox controller on a Razer Blade laptop with the Xbox app open
2 février 2026 à 16:20

If the next Xbox is a PC, Microsoft needs to prove it can avoid Windows’ biggest problems

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Par : [email protected] (Jez Corden)

2 février 2026 à 16:20

I've been using Windows almost daily for 30 years. I know my way around its idiosyncrasies and foibles. But is that what the average Xbox gamer wants to have to deal with?

Xbox controller on a Razer Blade laptop with the Xbox app open

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Microsoft adds a ton of new Xbox "Stream Your Own Game" titles to cloud gaming — Rimworld, Blasphemous, Divinity: Original Sin 2, and more
Xbox Cloud Gaming just got a whole lot better, especially if you want to punish yourself and your sanity.Xbox Cloud Gaming Stream Your Own Game feature
2 février 2026 à 13:19

Microsoft adds a ton of new Xbox "Stream Your Own Game" titles to cloud gaming — Rimworld, Blasphemous, Divinity: Original Sin 2, and more

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Par : [email protected] (Jez Corden)

2 février 2026 à 13:19

Xbox Cloud Gaming just got a whole lot better, especially if you want to punish yourself and your sanity.

Xbox Cloud Gaming Stream Your Own Game feature

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NVIDIA CEO denies reports he was 'unhappy' with OpenAI — reiterates plans for a "huge investment," but how much will it be?
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang joins in with other companies floating investment to save OpenAI from imploding.Jensen Huang, NVIDIA CEO in Taipei
2 février 2026 à 04:48

NVIDIA CEO denies reports he was 'unhappy' with OpenAI — reiterates plans for a "huge investment," but how much will it be?

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2 février 2026 à 04:48

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang joins in with other companies floating investment to save OpenAI from imploding.

Jensen Huang, NVIDIA CEO in Taipei

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80% of game devs plan to target Windows PC in survey — with only 40% for PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2, and 20% for Xbox. It's lucky the next Xbox is a PC then, eh?
Steam and Windows stays winning, as console support no longer seems to be a priority for game devs.Xbox Ally X
29 janvier 2026 à 19:21

80% of game devs plan to target Windows PC in survey — with only 40% for PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2, and 20% for Xbox. It's lucky the next Xbox is a PC then, eh?

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Par : [email protected] (Jez Corden)

29 janvier 2026 à 19:21

Steam and Windows stays winning, as console support no longer seems to be a priority for game devs.

Xbox Ally X

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Microsoft loses a massive $440 billion in market cap as shares tank — investors get increasingly sceptical of its AI strategy
Microsoft investors didn't enjoy the company's FY26 Q2 report, as fears of its AI strategy begin to unravel into despair.Satya Nadella
29 janvier 2026 à 17:56

Microsoft loses a massive $440 billion in market cap as shares tank — investors get increasingly sceptical of its AI strategy

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29 janvier 2026 à 17:56

Microsoft investors didn't enjoy the company's FY26 Q2 report, as fears of its AI strategy begin to unravel into despair.

Satya Nadella

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'World of Warcraft' expansion roadmap detailed, goes free until Feb 1st — Midnight includes mega solo dungeon Labyrinths, mini raids, and more
At the World of Warcraft "State of Azeroth" event, Blizzard detailed the future of the Midnight expansion, touted as the dark middle act of the Worldsoul saga.Trailer screenshot of The March on Quel'Danas Raid in World of Warcraft: Midnight
29 janvier 2026 à 12:31

'World of Warcraft' expansion roadmap detailed, goes free until Feb 1st — Midnight includes mega solo dungeon Labyrinths, mini raids, and more

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Par : [email protected] (Jez Corden)

29 janvier 2026 à 12:31

At the World of Warcraft "State of Azeroth" event, Blizzard detailed the future of the Midnight expansion, touted as the dark middle act of the Worldsoul saga.

Trailer screenshot of The March on Quel'Danas Raid in World of Warcraft: Midnight

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This decade's best horror game picks up "Xbox Play Anywhere" support on PC and Xbox Ally — but ... don't download it yet
Resident Evil Village hits Xbox Game Pass on Jan 20. The landmark horror title concludes Ethan Winters' story, and sets the scene for Resident Evil Requiem.Resident Evil Village Review
15 janvier 2026 à 05:00

This decade's best horror game picks up "Xbox Play Anywhere" support on PC and Xbox Ally — but ... don't download it yet

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Par : [email protected] (Jez Corden)

15 janvier 2026 à 05:00

Resident Evil Village hits Xbox Game Pass on Jan 20. The landmark horror title concludes Ethan Winters' story, and sets the scene for Resident Evil Requiem.

Resident Evil Village Review