Microsoft opens a crack in console gaming's decades-old walled garden
Console walled garden approach to game distribution historically dominated by console makers is being reconsidered by Xbox chief Phil Spencer.
Microsoft Xbox open to having competing game marketplaces like Epic Games Store available on Xbox hardware, aiming to provide more choice to users. [ more ]
UK halts post-Brexit deal with Canada over beef and cheese row
The UK has halted trade talks with Canada due to a disagreement over beef and cheese.
Canada is pushing for the UK to relax its ban on hormone-treated beef, while also seeking better access to the UK market for its cheesemakers. [ more ]