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The Verge
2 hours ago
- Business
- The Verge
The president of ZeniMax Online Studios is leaving.
Xbox hit hard with layoffs: from cancelled games to a shuttered studio See all Stories Posted Jul 2, 2025 at 8:47 PM UTC The president of ZeniMax Online Studios is leaving. Matt Firor is departing 'later this month' after more than 18 years of heading up the organization, he says.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
ZeniMax and Microsoft ratify union agreement
Members of the ZeniMax Workers United-CWA union have ratified the contract agreement with parent company Microsoft. This agreement with the union representing the video game studio's quality assurance employees marks the first time Microsoft has entered into any union contract in the US. ZeniMax Studios is probably best known for its work on The Elder Scrolls Online. Stephen Totilo first reported on this news; we've reached out to Microsoft and the Communications Workers of America for additional comment. As with many organizing efforts, this step has been a long time coming. The group of employees voted to unionize in 2023, and Microsoft immediately recognized ZeniMax Workers United-CWA following the vote results. Microsoft also made its policy of neutrality toward union organizing at ZeniMax official in 2024. The QA workers from ZeniMax and Microsoft reached a tentative contract this May. The contract includes provisions for wage increases and minimum salaries, as well as industry-specific content such as a clearer crediting policy recognizing the role of QA and protections for the employees regarding use of AI. Update, June 20 2025, 12:18PM ET: Microsoft provided Engadget with the following statement, attributed to the company's Vice President and Deputy General Counsel, Amy Pannoni: 'This agreement reflects our ongoing commitment to employee voice and collaborative labor relations. Reaching this milestone with the ZeniMax quality assurance team and CWA is another step toward helping everyone here do their best work.'
Engadget
19-06-2025
- Business
- Engadget
ZeniMax and Microsoft ratify union agreement
Members of the ZeniMax Workers United-CWA union have ratified the contract agreement with parent company Microsoft. This agreement with the union representing the video game studio's quality assurance employees marks the first time Microsoft has entered into any union contract in the US. ZeniMax Studios is probably best known for its work on The Elder Scrolls Online . Stephen Totilo first reported on this news; we've reached out to Microsoft and the Communications Workers of America for additional comment. As with many organizing efforts, this step has been a long time coming. The group of employees voted to unionize in 2023, and Microsoft immediately recognized ZeniMax Workers United-CWA following the vote results. Microsoft also made its policy of neutrality toward union organizing at ZeniMax official in 2024. The QA workers from ZeniMax and Microsoft reached a tentative contract this May. The contract includes provisions for wage increases and minimum salaries, as well as industry-specific content such as a clearer crediting policy recognizing the role of QA and protections for the employees regarding use of AI.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Microsoft and AMD announce multi-year Xbox chip deal
Microsoft (MSFT) and AMD (AMD) on Tuesday announced that they're partnering up to develop custom chips for the next-generation of Xbox systems ranging from in-home to handheld consoles. In a statement, Xbox president Sarah Bond said the arrangement will allow game developers 'to unlock a deeper level of visual quality and immersive gameplay and player experiences enhanced with the power of AI, all while maintaining compatibility with your existing library of Xbox games.' Last week, the company debuted a new line of handheld consoles alongside device manufacturer ASUS called the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X. The systems, available later this fall, will allow users to access their Xbox library on the go while offering the ability to stream games via the cloud. The moves line up with Microsoft's effort to expand its Xbox portfolio well beyond its traditional home console in an effort to build out its Game Pass subscription and cloud gaming service. Part of that strategy included buying some of the biggest gaming developers and publishers in the industry, such as its $7.5 billion acquisition of ZeniMax in 2021. The company has also released a number of its games on rival platforms including Sony's (SONY) PlayStation. Microsoft's Game Pass, which costs between $9.99 to $19.99 depending on features, is the company's gaming store front and online gaming service. To further entice users, the company says its working to bring third-party stores to its devices starting with its Ally handhelds. AMD worked with both Microsoft and Sony on the chips for their current generation of consoles. Rival Nvidia teamed with Nintendo for both its Switch and Switch 2 handhelds. Microsoft's gaming business falls under the company's More Personal Computing segment. During Q3, the division brought in $13.37 billion in revenue. Xbox gaming and content services grew 8% year-over-year. Email Daniel Howley at dhowley@ Follow him on X/Twitter at @DanielHowley. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Microsoft and AMD announce multi-year Xbox chip deal
Microsoft (MSFT) and AMD (AMD) on Tuesday announced that they're partnering up to develop custom chips for the next-generation of Xbox systems ranging from in-home to handheld consoles. In a statement, Xbox president Sarah Bond said the arrangement will allow game developers 'to unlock a deeper level of visual quality and immersive gameplay and player experiences enhanced with the power of AI, all while maintaining compatibility with your existing library of Xbox games.' Last week, the company debuted a new line of handheld consoles alongside device manufacturer ASUS called the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X. The systems, available later this fall, will allow users to access their Xbox library on the go while offering the ability to stream games via the cloud. The moves line up with Microsoft's effort to expand its Xbox portfolio well beyond its traditional home console in an effort to build out its Game Pass subscription and cloud gaming service. Part of that strategy included buying some of the biggest gaming developers and publishers in the industry, such as its $7.5 billion acquisition of ZeniMax in 2021. The company has also released a number of its games on rival platforms including Sony's (SONY) PlayStation. Microsoft's Game Pass, which costs between $9.99 to $19.99 depending on features, is the company's gaming store front and online gaming service. To further entice users, the company says its working to bring third-party stores to its devices starting with its Ally handhelds. AMD worked with both Microsoft and Sony on the chips for their current generation of consoles. Rival Nvidia teamed with Nintendo for both its Switch and Switch 2 handhelds. Microsoft's gaming business falls under the company's More Personal Computing segment. During Q3, the division brought in $13.37 billion in revenue. Xbox gaming and content services grew 8% year-over-year. Email Daniel Howley at dhowley@ Follow him on X/Twitter at @DanielHowley. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
