Microsoft’s Gaming Shake-Up: 1,900 Layoffs Rock Activision Blizzard & Xbox

Microsoft, post its acquisition of Activision Blizzard, announces the departure of 1,900 employees, including Activision Blizzard President Mike Ybarra, marking 8% of the gaming division, with CEO Phil Spencer acknowledging their contributions and signaling a streamlining effort after the $68.7 billion acquisition.