Microsoft has restructured its Israeli office after an internal investigation into ethical violations, including the use of its cloud technology by the Israeli military. The move follows calls to boycott Xbox and other Microsoft subsidiaries. The company's Xbox brand is now under scrutiny as it prepares to relaunch under new leadership.
Microsoft Israel's general manager was removed amid an investigation into potential use of Azure technology to spy on Palestinians. The probe follows revelations that Microsoft's cloud services might have aided the Israel Defense Forces in targeting operations in Gaza. Xbox, in particular, faces an ongoing BDS boycott calling for divestment from Israel.
Unity Technologies faces significant backlash from hundreds of game developers over its new game engine licensing model. Find out more about the protest and its implications.
