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Tech
Dozens of subreddits are banning links to X - The Verge
China suggests it’s open to a US deal for TikTok after all
Meta will lay off more ‘low-performers,’ says CEO Mark Zuckerberg - The Verge
Meta admits it deleted links to decentralized Instagram competitor Pixelfed
A major data broker hack may have leaked precise location info for millions - The Verge
AT&T pulls its 5G internet service in NY over new affordable internet law - The Verge
Netflix is raising prices again, as the standard plan goes up to $17.99
Apple Intelligence is enabled by default in iOS 18.3 - The Verge
Gaming
GDC's State of the Games Industry survey says one in ten respondents laid off in 2024 | Eurogamer.net
PowerWash Sim kills off VR support in bid to provide "job security" for the team | Eurogamer.net
New Square Enix harassment policy includes potential legal action against gamers who harass its employees
Microsoft reportedly makes "small" number of further layoffs across divisions including gaming | Eurogamer.net
The numbers have been crunched, and PC Game Pass got almost $5,000 in new games during 2024 | VG247
Introducing More Ways for Players to Repair their Xbox Consoles, Reduce Waste and Save Energy