Microsoft Releases November Update for Xbox

The European Commission has imposed a €798 million fine on Meta, claiming that Facebook Marketplace hinders competition in Europe's online marketplace sector, a decision Meta intends to appeal, arguing it distorts the competitive landscape. In gaming news, Microsoft has rolled out its November update for Xbox, which reintroduces the friend request feature, enhancing user connections by requiring mutual acceptance for friendship. Additionally, the update includes an AI-powered search function that can interpret nuanced queries like 'cozy farming games with fishing' and recognizes typos, improving game discovery on both Xbox consoles and the Windows app. Users can now also customize their profiles more extensively, including creating gamerpics from achievements. The update aims to enhance community engagement and user experience across Xbox platforms, with further enhancements to the home interface on the Xbox app. Microsoft is also rumored to be developing a handheld gaming prototype, expected to launch in a few years.