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Major game developer investigated for toxic work culture
Game developer giants Activision Blizzard are under investigation over reports of toxic workplace culture.
The developers behind Call of Duty & World of Warcraft have received severe backlash over the handling of a “frat boy” work culture that has victimised its female employees.
Roughly 2,000 current and former employees have signed an open letter to company leadership denouncing the “abhorrent and insulting” response to the ongoing behavior and a walkout has been planned. Social media has been alive with accounts of mistreatment and stories of disgraced employees participating in on-the-job drinking, sexual harassment, and troubling stories which have raised questions around how this has gone on for so long.
THE ALLEGATIONS SPAN COMPANY PRACTICE MORE BROADLY
The legal allegations also include the company of gender pay discrimination and allowing sexual harassment complaints to go unresolved.
Employees have planned a walkout in protest of the company’s response as the gaming community takes to social media to expand the allegations against the company.
The “Walkout for Equality” is to protest the feeling that – “our values as employees are not being accurately reflected in the words and actions of our leadership.”
Organizers reportedly asked management to cooperate with them and develop new recruiting practices and encouraged them to publish employee pay rates, undertake third-party audits to improve staff diversity and prevent harassment.
The gaming community has stood by the employees, signal-boosting the hashtag #ActiBlizzWalkout and donating to a series of charities on social media.
This isn’t the first time Blizzard employees have walked off the job – in 2019 efforts were made to protest the company’s handling of a Hearthstone player who made pro-Hong Kong statements during the protests that occurred throughout the city.
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CES 2026 Highlights: AI, robotics, and the future of innovation
CES 2026 explores AI, robotics, and sustainability, reshaping the global economy and redefining productivity and market dynamics.
CES 2026 explores AI, robotics, and sustainability, reshaping the global economy and redefining productivity and market dynamics
CES 2026 in Las Vegas is showing how technology is not just shaping consumer products but redefining the global economy. From AI breakthroughs to robotics innovations, the event highlights how new technologies are changing the way we work, move, and invest.
Brad Gastwirth from Circular Technologies joins us to share his insights on the biggest trends driving this transformation.
The event underscores the growing role of AI in shaping both market dynamics and consumer demand patterns, signalling a new era of innovation.
Robotics, mobility, and sustainability are also at the forefront. From real-time AI-driven mobility tech to energy-efficient computing, CES demonstrates how emerging technologies are integrating across sectors. Brad discusses the intersections of technology, sustainability, and capital expenditure, revealing how these trends are set to reshape productivity paradigms and sector leadership in the coming years.
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CES 2026 opens with AI powering the future of tech
AI dominates CES 2026 in Las Vegas, shaping future tech with smarter, personalized products for everyday use.
AI dominates CES 2026 in Las Vegas, shaping future tech with smarter, personalized products for everyday use.
The annual Consumer Electronics Show has officially opened in Las Vegas, with artificial intelligence taking centre stage across nearly every major product category on display. From consumer gadgets to enterprise tools, AI is shaping how technology is designed, used and experienced.
Major tech companies are showcasing smarter, faster and more personalised products, highlighting how AI is moving beyond concepts and into everyday applications. The focus this year is on practicality, efficiency, and seamless integration into daily life.
As CES continues, the event is setting the tone for where technology is heading in 2026, with AI no longer an add-on but a foundation for innovation.
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AI could outpace humanity within five years, experts warn
AI safety experts warn rapid advancements could outstrip humanity’s ability to manage risks, threatening jobs and global stability.
AI safety experts warn rapid advancements could outstrip humanity’s ability to manage risks, threatening jobs and global stability.
A leading AI safety researcher has raised the alarm over the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, warning that technology may soon outpace humanity’s ability to implement effective safeguards. British scientists say the world might not have enough time to prepare for the safety risks posed by cutting-edge AI systems.
AI capabilities are reportedly advancing exponentially, with performance in some areas doubling every eight months. Researchers predict that within just five years, machines could outperform humans in most economically valuable tasks, raising concerns about the stability of jobs, the economy, and national security.
Experts are calling for urgent, increased research into AI behaviour and control mechanisms. Without stronger oversight and safety measures, they warn that advanced AI could become difficult—or even impossible—to manage, potentially creating serious global risks.
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