Netflix shutters its only triple A studio, loses major industry hires

Netflix shutters its only triple-A studio, loses major industry hires

Netflix has closed Team Blue, the LA-based internal studio, before it could release its alleged triple-A game.

Tech - VentureBeat - October 22

FirstFT: Japan plunges into political chaos

Also in today’s newsletter, oil price falls and Franklin Templeton hit by record outflows

World - Financial Times - October 28

Japan's ruling party loses its majority in blow to new PM

The prime minister announced a snap election despite voter apathy and low approval ratings.

PlayStation Shuts Down Concord Permanently, Shutters Dev Firewalk Studios

Sony has announced that it has shut down Firewalk Studios, the developer behind the multiplayer-shooter game Concord. Additionally, Concord has been permanently sunset, dashing any hopes of a ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 29

Germany’s car industry is losing its famous Vorsprung – and it can’t all be blamed on Trump and tariffs | Konstantin Richter

It was once the envy of the world – but now its arrogance and failure to change or take risks lie at the root of its decline. About 50 years ago, a man named Hans Bauer who worked in marketing for ...

World - The Guardian - November 14

'Sorry' water boss has plan to end sewage spillages

Water UK chief apologises for the industry's performance as the sector faces a "root and branch" review.

Outlast Is The Latest Video Game To Get A Movie Adaptation, And A Major Studio Is Behind It

Another video game series is shifting to the big screen, or at least will try to. Lionsgate has announced a deal with Red Barrels to make a movie version of the horror game series Outlast. ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 30

OpenAI Hires Aaron Chatterji to Be Its Chief Economist

Aaron Chatterji was chief economist at the Commerce Department under President Biden and served on President Obama’s Council of Economic Advisers.

Tech - The New York Times - October 22

LinkedIn upgrades its Recruiter with an AI Hiring Assistant

LinkedIn's new Hiring Assistant will let recruiters use AI agents to find the most qualified candidates based on their LinkedIn profile.

Tech - VentureBeat - October 29

Japan Election: Governing Party Projected to Lose Majority

The Japanese electorate appeared to punish the Liberal Democrats, leaving it unclear whether the party would be forced to expand its coalition to stay in power.

World - The New York Times - October 27

Is the Watch Industry Downplaying Its Sustainability Effort?

Some observers say that, as the deadline for European Union reporting nears, brands have lowered the volume on their environmental communications.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 12

OpenAI hires Meta's former Orion head to lead its robotics efforts

The former head of Meta's augmented reality glasses initiative has joined OpenAI to lead the startup's robotics and consumer hardware efforts.

Business - CNBC - November 5

China loses third of its billionaires as economy falters

ByteDance chief Zhang Yiming leads country’s ‘rich list’ with $49bn fortune

World - Financial Times - October 29

Climate Change Is Losing Its Grip on Our Politics

Trump’s election merely confirms a shift that’s been happening for years.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 13

Netflix Just Announced Its Smartest Idea Yet. Customers Are Going to Love It

The streaming giant is making it easier for customers to share what they love.

Business - Inc. - October 28

Japan’s ruling coalition to lose majority in election, national broadcaster says

PM Shigeru Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic party faces losses amid voter anger over funding scandal and cost of living. Japan’s ruling coalition is certain to lose its majority in parliament in ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

Japan's ruling coalition loses a majority in the lower house, creating political uncertainty

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s ruling coalition has lost a majority in the 465-seat lower house in a key parliamentary election Sunday

World - ABC News - October 27

Japan plunged into political turmoil after voters punish ruling LDP

Coalition led by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic party loses parliamentary majority

Business - Financial Times - October 28

Japan's Shigeru Ishiba suggests he intends to stay on as PM after ruling coalition loses majority

It is the first time since 2009 that the Liberal Democratic Party has lost its parliamentary majority.

Business - CNBC - October 28

Japan’s ruling party is certain to lose a majority in the lower house, broadcaster says

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s conservative ruling party braced for a blow to its comfortable majority in the lower house of parliament in Sunday’s elections.

Republicans retake control of US Senate after Democrats lose majority

Republicans win key seats and take back upper chamber in result that had been widely anticipated. US election 2024 – latest updates US election results 2024: live map and tracker Senate and ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

Jaguars on doorstep of major changes after Lions put up 50 points, hand them worst loss in franchise history

Head coach Doug Pederson and general manager Trent Baalke are possible casualties

Sports - CBS Sports - 3 days ago

Atlanta Dream hire Karl Smesko as new coach in big blow to mid-major powerhouse Florida Gulf Coast

Smesko had an .847 winning percentage at FGCU and led the Eagles to 10 NCAA Tournament appearances

Sports - CBS Sports - November 13

Vietnam waits for major upgrade to its $200 billion stock market

Vietnam's chip capabilities have it competing against near neighbor Malaysia, attracting global semiconductor firms.

Business - CNBC - October 28

Steam Outlines Major Changes To Its Season Pass And DLC Rules

For two decades, Valve's Steam has been a dominant platform for PC games. Now, Valve is using its power to write new rules for season passes and DLC sold through Steam. Among the changes, ...

Tech - GameSpot - 1 hour ago

U.S.C. Snaps Its Losing Streak With a Win Over Rutgers

When it seemed like a collapse was inevitable, the Trojans pushed forward and cruised to a 42-20 victory.

Sports - The New York Times - October 27

Harris stays quiet on student loans as cancellation loses its political luster

In just a few years, the issue of student loan cancellation has gone from being a pillar of the Democratic Party to a political liability

In Shift From 2020, Identity Politics Loses Its Grip on the Country

There are signs that society is moving away from the progressive left’s often strict expectations about how to discuss culture and politics.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 2

Pakistan loses its edge in supplying China with sesame seeds

Companies squeezed by falling prices as other countries compete to cultivate crop prized in Chinese kitchens

Business - Financial Times - November 4

Manchester United has hired Ruben Amorim as its sixth permanent manager since the retirement of Alex Ferguson in 2013

Sports - ABC News - November 1

Four Verts: Here's to hoping the NFL on Christmas is a no-buffer zone

We implore Netflix to not let Tyson-Paul's streaming issues happen with the NFL, laugh at the Jaguars and worry for the 49ers' season.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 21 hours ago

Japanese premier Ishiba's ruling coalition is certain to lose a majority in parliamentary vote, NHK public TV says

World - ABC News - October 27

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