Microsoft’s ambitious vision for its Xbox mobile store has hit yet another legal and logistical roadblock, reigniting debates around competition, app store monopolies, and the very future of gaming on mobile platforms. The tech giant had previously teased a major launch for its dedicated Xbox...
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Big news out of Build 2025 has the Windows developer world buzzing: Microsoft has officially dropped its $19 app submission fee for the Microsoft Store, making app and game publishing free for all developers on Windows 10 and Windows 11. The ramifications of this decision stretch far beyond...
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Microsoft’s latest move to eliminate fees for individuals submitting apps to the Microsoft Store is sending ripples through the tech industry—reshaping expectations for developer empowerment and challenging long-held business models by competitors like Apple and Google. At its Build 2025...
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In the bustling heart of the Philippines’ local economies, an often-overlooked yet essential segment—nano and micro businesses—powers the daily rhythm of countless neighborhoods. These enterprises, frequently helmed by sari-sari store owners, solopreneurs, and housewives, act as the economic...
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