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Xbox Boss Says No 'Red Line' With Exclusives, Including Even Halo
13.11.2024
Earlier this year, Xbox brought some of its games to PlayStation 5 and Switch. Apparently that worked pretty well, as Microsoft’s CEO of gaming Phil Spencer says more of its games are coming to other platforms, and that might even include the Xbox’s crown jewels, like the next Halo game. Read more
FTC cracks down on ‘deceptive’ AI projects, including an AI lawyer
26.9.2024
“Operation AI Comply” is part of the US federal agency’s latest round of enforcement actions against companies it claims used AI to harm consumers
Lawmakers Call on Top 10 Bitcoin ATM Firms to Address Crypto Fraud Concerns
15.9.2024
Seven Senate Democrats have called on the 10 largest bitcoin ATM operators in the U.S. to address growing crypto fraud that targets elderly Americans. The lawmakers explained that scammers are reportedly exploiting the anonymity of cryptocurrency transactions to steal from seniors through bitcoin...
FTC Urges Caution as Bitcoin ATM Fraud Cases Skyrocket
6.9.2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reported a sharp rise in scams involving bitcoin ATMs, with fraud losses increasing nearly tenfold from 2020 to 2023 and exceeding $65 million in the first half of 2024. These scams often involve impersonations and target vulnerable populations, such as older...
Crypto scams involving Bitcoin ATMs explode by 1,000% since 2020: FTC
4.9.2024
As Bitcoin ATM scams surge, particularly targeting older adults, the FTC and industry leaders stress the importance of caution and preventive measures
Federal agencies are missing the mark on celebrity crypto endorsements
24.8.2024
It's time for a review exploring whether the rules that federal agencies impose on crypto-related speech pass constitutional muster
Federal agencies are missing the mark on celebrity crypto endorsements
24.8.2024
It's time for a review exploring whether the rules that federal agencies impose on crypto-related speech pass constitutional muster
Crypto influencers on notice after FTC bans fake likes and followers
15.8.2024
New rules from the FTC mean crypto influencers will face stiff fines for fake followers and likes, while celebrity testimonials are also in the firing line
FTC Calls Xbox Game Pass Price Hike 'Exactly The Sort Of Consumer Harm' It Tried To Stop
19.7.2024
On Wednesday, the Federal Trade Commission pointed to Microsoft’s recent pricing overhaul of Xbox Game Pass as evidence of the harm its merger with Activision Blizzard has had on consumers. The agency filed a new letter in its ongoing appeal of last year’s deal, calling the changes “exactly...
FTC Warns: Social Media Investment Scams on the Rise
29.6.2024
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has warned consumers about a surge in social media investment scams, especially in cryptocurrency. These scams involve fraudulent messages claiming guaranteed high returns with little or no risk. The FTC advises ignoring such messages and reminds consumers...
FTC issues urgent warning over rising crypto romance scams
11.6.2024
The FTC asked users to report scammers to the government and warn their loved ones about the scam
FTC Warns of Crypto Scams From Online Love Interests
11.6.2024
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a warning about cryptocurrency romance scammers who offer investment advice. The FTC emphasizes the risks involved and urges immediate reporting and caution to protect others. “They establish an emotional connection with you so you’re more...
Report: Next Call Of Duty Will Be On Game Pass
17.5.2024
The next Call of Duty, believed to be a Black Ops sequel set during the Gulf War, will be the first new entry in the popular online shooter to be on Xbox Game Pass. That’s according to a report by The Wall Street Journal, which said the announcement will be made at Microsoft’s big annual Xbox...
It's Time To Stop Giving Xbox Boss Phil Spencer A Pass
7.5.2024
On May 7, Xbox announced that it was closing four studios: Arkane Austin (Redfall), Tango Gameworks (Hi-Fi Rush), Alpha Dog Games (Mighty Doom), and support studio Roundhouse Games. The news is yet another example of Xbox—which has spent billions buying up studios—cutting costs, laying people...
Razer’s Pricey Covid Mask Is Costing Them $1 Million In Refunds
29.4.2024
In 2021, video game accessory manufacturer Razer announced its plans to release a mask that people could wear to help stop the spread of covid-19 during the height of the (ongoing) pandemic. Now, almost three years later, the company owes the Federal Trade Commission over $1 million in fines due...
Xbox Console Sales Are Tanking
25.4.2024
After months of debate about Xbox’s future as some of its big console exclusives jumped ship to PlayStation 5, we have our clearest evidence yet of why Microsoft is experimenting with a new multiplatform approach: fewer and fewer people are buying Xboxes. Read more
The FTC’s Non-Compete Ban Is Good for the Crypto Industry
25.4.2024
Employment contracts that stop free movement of labor conflict with an innovative industry’s open-source ethos, says Linda Jeng, CEO of Digital Self Labs, a Web3 advisory firm
FTC Updates Rules to Address AI Deepfake Threats to Consumer Safety
16.2.2024
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed making new updates on an artificial intelligence (AI) deepfake rule on February 16. The government agency said the proposed rule changes would protect users from AI impersonations. According to the ‘Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses’...
That Xbox Podcast Announcement Coulda Been An Email
16.2.2024
It’s been a whirlwind week or so for Xbox. The weekend of February 3, rumors began swirling that major console exclusives like Starfield and the upcoming Indiana Jones game would head to other platforms, and Xbox fans’ reactions were intense, to say the least. The backlash prompted head honcho Phil...
Indiana Jones And Starfield Will Remain Xbox Exclusives
15.2.2024
After weeks of rumors regarding Xbox games’ exclusivity and whether or not big-budget titles like Bethesda’s Starfield or the upcoming Indiana Jones and The Great Circle would end up on other consoles, we’ve got some clarification. The February 15 special edition of the Official Xbox Podcast...