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Netflix scrambled internally to suppress a controversial movie from search results

The Verge

Earlier that year, the streaming platform had acquired the worldwide rights to the French film Cuties after its lauded premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. A Change.org petition calling for the film to be removed had more than 40,000 signatures. Netflix apologized for the poster but stood by the film.

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WGA deal: Writers strike deal details about AI and beyond

Dataconomy

The WGA deal includes notable improvements in AI guidelines Addressing core concerns of many writers, the WGA deal incorporates significant advancements in AI regulations, residuals, and transparency in data for writers. The guild also mentioned that while the ratification process is ongoing, writers can resume their work.

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Is Microsoft building a gaming monopoly?

The Verge

Microsoft has budgeted time for heavy scrutiny. Expecting resistance, Microsoft has budgeted an extended timeline for the process, planning for it to close by the fiscal year of 2023. The company recently revealed that its Xbox Game Pass subscription service had grown to 25 million subscribers after launching in 2017.

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