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Microsoft Testing a Web Browser Version of xCloud

Microsoft’s xCloud game streaming service may be coming to iPhones and iPads soon, with employees reportedly testing a web-based version.

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Google Signs Multimillion-Dollar Australian News Deal

Amid ongoing negotiations with the Australian government over proposed legislation, Google has signaled cooperation by signing a multimillion-dollar news deal.

Google Updates iOS YouTube App…Finally

Google has updated the first of its major iOS apps, after months of letting them languish.

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Facebook Oversight Board Open to Other Platforms Joining

The Facebook Oversight Board has a nearly impossible task but, if it succeeds, it’s open to other platforms joining its efforts.

Workers at Medium Are Forming the Newest Tech Union

Workers at Medium are the latest group of tech employees that have decided to unionize, in an industry where the concept was once foreign.

DOJ Halts Net Neutrality Lawsuit Against California

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has withdrawn a lawsuit challenging California’s net neutrality rules.

Apple May Let Users Set Default Music and Podcast Apps

Apple may be preparing to allow users to select their default music and podcast apps, according to reports on the iOS 14.5 beta.

Google Tries to Preempt Australian Law With Paid News Platform

Google is launching News Showcase in Australia, in an effort to preempt a new law that would force the company to pay for news.

Verizon Commits $10 Million to Help One Million Small Businesses

Verizon has announced it is committing $10 million to help up to one million small business through grants.

Google Backs Out of Game-Making, Shuts Down Stadia Game Studios

Google is backing away from making games for its Stadia gaming platform, shutting down the involved studios.