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Microsoft Laying Off 1,900 In Game Division After Activision Merger


Microsoft is laying off about 1,900 people in its gaming division following the closing of its acquisition of Activision Blizzard. In a memo sent to employees today, the company said the move was t…

Microsoft is laying off about 1,900 people in its gaming division following the closing of its acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Leading Blizzard through an incredible time and being part of the team, shaping it for the future ahead, was an absolute honor. The circa 1,900 layoffs were noted in a memo to staff Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer today, according to news outlets that have seen it.

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