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Microsoft to let Sony PS fans play CoD for years: Brad Smith

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Microsoft to let Sony PS fans play CoD for years: Brad Smith

Microsoft President and Vice Chairman Brad Smith reiterated that the tech giant will continue to offer Call of Duty (CoD) and other popular Activision Blizzard games on Sony PlayStation under the terms of any existing agreement with Activision Blizzard.

Smith said Microsoft has committed to Sony that “we will also offer these games on PlayStation in addition to existing agreements and in the future so that Sony fans can continue to enjoy the games they love”.

“We are also interested in taking similar steps to support Nintendo’s successful platform. We believe this is right for the industry, gamers and our business,” he said in a blog post late Wednesday.

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The company had earlier said it would allow the popular CoD to stay on Sony PlayStation after the US tech giant bought CoD maker Activision Blizzard for $69 billion.

The obvious concern is that Microsoft could offer CoD exclusively on the Xbox console, ruining the chances for Sony PlayStation owners.

Smith said regulators may have other important issues as they review the Activision Blizzard acquisition.

“We are committed to addressing every potential problem,” he added.

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Microsoft reported strong results for the quarter ended December 31, with revenue of $51.7 billion (up 20%) and net income of $18.8 billion (up 21%).

Xbox hardware revenue rose 4%, while Xbox content and services revenue rose 10%.

“This quarter we saw record engagement and revenue. Game Pass has more than 25 million users on PC and consoles,” said Satya Nadella, chairman and CEO of Microsoft.

“Through our acquisition of Activision Blizzard, we’re investing in making it easier for people to play great games anytime, anywhere, the way they want, and shape the future of gaming as platforms like Metaverse grow,” he added.

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YouTube marks 20th anniversary by launching new useful features What’s new

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YouTube has celebrated its 20th anniversary with several new features, including functional upgrades and new features for YouTube TV. The platform has introduced personalised radio stations via Ask Music, which is available to YouTube Premium and YouTube Music users on both iOS and Android devices. Additionally, YouTube is rolling out the ability to fast-forward.

YouTube TV members will gain the ability to build their own multiview experiences, starting with a selection of non-sports content from a small group of popular channels. The platform is introducing improved navigation, better playback quality, and easier access to features such as comments, channel information, and more through videos at 4x speed, providing more.

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  3. 1. AI-Powered Video Summaries
    One of the most anticipated features is AI-generated video summaries, which will now appear below eligible videos. This allows viewers to preview content quickly and decide whether to watch the full video. The summaries are automatically created using advanced natural language processing and are designed to boost discoverability and engagement.

  4. 2. “Jump Ahead” Smart Chapters
    YouTube is introducing smart chapters with “Jump Ahead” capabilities, allowing viewers to skip to the most engaging parts of videos based on audience retention data. The feature leverages machine learning to identify sections that retain viewers the most and gives users a prompt to “Jump Ahead” with a single tap.

  5. 3. Creator Insights Dashboard Upgrade
    For content creators, YouTube has upgraded its Creator Studio Dashboard with enhanced real-time analytics, audience mood tracking, and AI-suggested titles and tags. The platform’s algorithms now offer dynamic suggestions for improving performance, personalized for each creator’s channel and content style.

  6. 4. YouTube Create App Expansion
    Following positive feedback from beta users, YouTube is officially rolling out the YouTube Create app in over 30 new countries. This free mobile video editing tool includes features like auto-captions, royalty-free music, filters, and multi-clip editing — giving creators more control without the need for expensive software.

  7. 5. Enhanced Live Shopping Tools
    With e-commerce booming, YouTube is expanding its Live Shopping tools, allowing creators to tag mini-social network within the platform. These tools are products, integrate affiliate links, and host shoppable livestreams with real-time viewer interaction. The new update supports multi-vendor support, making collaborations with brands smoother and more profitable.

  8. 6. Smart TV Upgrades
    YouTube is giving its TV interface a refresh, introducing a sleeker design with quicker access to playlists, subscriptions, and smart recommendations. A new “Ambient Mode interactive content suggestions and previews when the app is idle, turning the TV into a dynamic home hub for entertainment.

  9. 7. Community Tab Enhancements
    To improve engagement, YouTube is enhancing its Community Tab with interactive stickers, polls, countdowns, and quizzes — turning it into a mini-social network within the platform. These tools are aimed at helping creators keep their audience involved even between video uploads.
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