More layoffs - Pixelberry, Google AI threat, Behavior Interactive, YouTube Games

Pixelberry announces layoffs affecting various roles

Pixelberry, known for the game Choices, Stories You Choose, has announced layoffs in response to the end of ZURB and the impact of COVID on gaming. LinkedIn news and Nexon have confirmed the layoffs, which will affect roles ranging from QA staff and producers to artists and programmers.

Google quietly lays off employees amid claims of AI takeover

Google has been quietly laying off employees, primarily in ad sales, hardware, AR, and YouTube. While the headline suggests AI as the reason, it seems to be more of a restructuring move. A leaked internal memo from Google CEO Sundar Pichai mentioned making tough choices to create capacity for investment. While AI may impact certain roles like artists and data analysts, it is not yet at a stage to eliminate many jobs.

Behavior lays off employees, raises concern for competitiveness in Canada

Behavior has laid off 45 employees, mainly from its Montreal studio. Concerns are raised about Canada's push for work-life balance and whether Western studios can remain competitive compared to Chinese studios that often have longer work hours and lower costs. AI technology may help Canadian studios remain competitive and boost efficiency.

Layoffs at YouTube Gaming leave uncertain future without leadership

YouTube Gaming, a subsidiary of YouTube, has experienced layoffs, including the chief of YouTube Gaming. The future of YouTube Gaming is uncertain without leadership. Despite previous successes, the restructuring at Google raises questions about the platform's future in the gaming industry.

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More layoffs - Pixelberry, Google AI threat, Behavior Interactive, YouTube Games

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Pixelberry announces layoffs affecting various roles

Google quietly lays off employees amid claims of AI takeover

Behavior lays off employees, raises concern for competitiveness in Canada

Layoffs at YouTube Gaming leave uncertain future without leadership

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