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Phil Spencer Retires as Microsoft Gaming Chief

Phil Spencer, head of Microsoft Gaming, is retiring after 38 years. Insider Asha Sharma will take over as executive vice president and CEO amid major leadership changes.

Nvidia Nears $30B OpenAI Investment in Major Funding Round

Nvidia is nearing finalisation of a $30 billion investment in OpenAI’s funding round. This move could help cement ties between the chipmaker and the AI developer.

Judge Upholds $243M Verdict Against Tesla in Autopilot Crash

A U.S. federal judge upheld a $243 million jury verdict against Tesla over a 2019 Autopilot-related crash. Tesla plans to appeal the decision.

Volkswagen Tennessee Workers Ratify First UAW Contract

Workers at Volkswagen’s Chattanooga, Tennessee plant overwhelmingly approved a first union contract with the United Auto Workers. The deal includes wage increases and better benefits.

Toymaker Weighs Next Steps After Supreme Court Tariff Ruling

After the US Supreme Court struck down Trump-era tariffs, a major toymaker now considers legal paths to seek refunds. The ruling leaves refund procedures unclear.

Trump-Appointed Art Panel Approves White House Ballroom

A Trump-appointed art panel unanimously approved a sprawling White House ballroom design. Public critics and preservation groups oppose the decision.

Barbican Open Letter Signed by 200 Artists

More than 200 cultural professionals have publicly criticised the Barbican Centre after its announcement that the arts head role would end. Signatories demand transparency, diversity data and public answers.