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Netflix hires former Epic Games exec as new President of Games

Netflix hires former Epic Games exec as new President of Games It’s the latest sign of how seriously the streamer is taking its interactive division. anna washenko   Wed, Jul 24, 2024   Netflix Netflix has landed a notable new leader for its rapidly-expanding gaming endeavors. Variety reported that the streaming company has hired Alain … Continue reading Netflix hires former Epic Games exec as new President of Games

Antitrust lawyers argue that Google and Apple’s innovations are thanks to epic 1998 Microsoft trial

May 01, 2024 Antitrust lawyers argue that Google and Apple’s innovations are thanks to epic 1998 Microsoft trial  DOJ: ‘Thank us later.’ BY Associated Press The U.S. Justice Department’s double-barreled antitrust attack on Google’s dominant search and Apple’s trendsetting iPhone is reviving memories of the epic battle that hobbled Microsoft before it roared back to yet … Continue reading Antitrust lawyers argue that Google and Apple’s innovations are thanks to epic 1998 Microsoft trial

Disney invests $1.5 billion in ‘Fortnite’ creator Epic Games, its ‘biggest foray into the games space ever’

  By Chris Morris February 07, 2024 The Walt Disney Co. has announced plans to make a $1.5 billion equity investment into Epic Games, which will give the entertainment giant an equity stake in the creator of the Fortnite video game. Disney CEO Bob Iger, appearing on CNBC Wednesday afternoon, called the initiative Disney’s “biggest … Continue reading Disney invests $1.5 billion in ‘Fortnite’ creator Epic Games, its ‘biggest foray into the games space ever’

Peloton stock price jumps: CEO touts ‘epic comeback’ amid narrowing losses

  By Michael Grothaus February 01, 2023 The beleaguered fitness company Peloton Interactive, once one of the hottest stocks of the pandemic, has revealed its second-quarter results for the fiscal year 2023. Announcing the results, Peloton CEO Barry McCarthy said, “If you’ve been wondering whether or not Peloton can make an epic comeback, this quarter’s … Continue reading Peloton stock price jumps: CEO touts ‘epic comeback’ amid narrowing losses

Former Apple worker says Epic refused to hire her over labor advocacy

The employee behind the #AppleToo protest is leaving the company She reached a settlement with the tech giant regarding her National Labor Relations Board complaint. M. Moon @mariella_moon November 18th, 2021   ViewApart via Getty Images Cher Scarlett, one of the lead organizers of the #AppleToo movement, is leaving the company on Friday. Scarlett was … Continue reading Former Apple worker says Epic refused to hire her over labor advocacy

Sony Invests $1 Billion in Epic Games to ‘Build the Metaverse’

Michael Abetz Last updated: 14 April 2022 Japanese corporation Sony is the latest multinational company to signal an interest in the metaverse, investing $ 1bn in Epic Games. Known for creating the PlayStation, the Sony Group recognised Fortnite and Unreal engine developers Epic Games as leading the way in the metaverse sector, and wanted a … Continue reading Sony Invests $1 Billion in Epic Games to ‘Build the Metaverse’

6 Epic Instagram Story Hacks You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Mikayla Wyman — December 10, 2019 Instagram is great for users, as it’s a place to keep up with friends, get an inside look at the life of celebs, and get inspiration for delicious recipes, clothing, home decor—almost anything. That’s exactly why it’s also great for advertisers. Because, well, it’s where the audience is. The … Continue reading 6 Epic Instagram Story Hacks You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Building Your Business – 5 Lessons from an Epic Saga

Ellen Huxtable — May 29, 2019 Follow @abiztweet — May 29, 2019 Building your business isn’t quite as dramatic as a televised medieval saga; there are no flying fire-breathing dragons or endless legions of soldiers, and no prophesies to be fulfilled by the last episode. All human endeavor has parallels, however, and those of us … Continue reading Building Your Business – 5 Lessons from an Epic Saga