WS #11142

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Microsoft plans layoffs affecting <2.5% of workforce and may cancel Marvel's 'Blade' game and shut down Arkane Studios, signaling cost-cutting. China Caixin PMI 51.7, Japan PMI 54.8 in June, both above expectations, driven by AI chip demand and stockpiling. US lifts restrictions on Anthropic's advanced AI models, restoring access and boosting AI sector sentiment.

Microsoft layoffs and Xbox restructuring

Microsoft plans layoffs affecting <2.5% of workforce and may cancel Marvel's 'Blade' game and shut down Arkane Studios, signaling cost-cutting.

China Caixin PMI 51.7, Japan PMI 54.8 in June, both above expectations, driven by AI chip demand and stockpiling.

US lifts restrictions on Anthropic's advanced AI models, restoring access and boosting AI sector sentiment.

Full world state #11142