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eBay Rejects GameStop's $56B Unsolicited Takeover Bid - DTH

May 12, 2026 · 5m

Summary

eBay rejected GameStop’s $56 billion takeover bid, citing financial concerns and competitive strength. Meanwhile, N2N encrypted messaging launched for cross-platform users, and the EU’s Digital Markets Act boosted alternative browser adoption. Amazon introduced 30-minute delivery via Amazon Now, while GitLab cut jobs to focus on AI agents. Sega canceled its super game project, Meta tested AI chatbots, and major streamers entered the microdrama market.

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Sponsors: Capital One and Stamps.com eBay rejects GameStop's $56B takeover bid iMessage encryption rolls out for Android users EU DMA boosts Firefox and DuckDuckGo adoption Spotify launches 20th anniversary 'Party of the Year' Amazon launches 30-minute 'Amazon Now' delivery GitLab cuts jobs to reinvest in AI agents Sega cancels super game project, pivots to IPs Meta tests MuseSpark AI chatbot on Threads Major streamers enter the microdrama market Outro and sponsor ads
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