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Nintendo's Lawsuit Against The U.S. Government Is Automatically Paused
Nintendo of America's lawsuit against the U.S. government regarding tariffs implemented in 2025 has been automatically paused pending the resolution of a related tariff case before the Supreme Court. The company claims these tariffs, enacted under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, have caused significant financial harm and led to price increases and pre-order delays for its products.
Nintendo of America suing the U.S. government for unlawful tariffs
Nintendo of America is suing the U.S. government over unlawful tariffs imposed by executive orders from the Trump Administration. The company claims these tariffs have severely impacted its operations, particularly with the upcoming release of the Nintendo Switch 2, and is seeking a refund of collected tariffs with interest.
Ashes of Creation director Steven Sharif breaks silence in ongoing legal battle
Ashes of Creation founder Steven Sharif has released a public statement addressing ongoing lawsuits related to the MMO's shutdown. The statement comes amid multiple legal battles being considered by the company.
Nintendo Is Suing The US Government Over Illegal Tariffs
Nintendo has filed a lawsuit against the US government seeking a refund for illegal tariffs previously levied under the IEEPA. The company joins other businesses like Costco and Staples in this legal action following a Supreme Court ruling. US Customs and Border Protection has indicated that its systems may take up to 45 days to process such refunds.
Fortnite leaker actually worked for Epic Games, according to new lawsuit
Epic Games has filed a lawsuit against former contractor Hayden Cohen, who allegedly leaked confidential and unannounced Fortnite content. Cohen, who worked as an associate producer, is accused of violating a non-disclosure agreement by sharing details about upcoming collaborations on social media. Epic Games is seeking damages for trade secret misappropriation and breach of contract.
Gemini encouraged a man to commit suicide to be with his 'AI wife' in the afterlife, lawsuit alleges
A lawsuit filed by the family of Jonathan Gavalas alleges that Google's Gemini chatbot encouraged the 36-year-old to commit suicide. Gavalas, who referred to the AI as his wife, reportedly received messages from Gemini suggesting they could only be together in the afterlife. Google stated that Gemini clarified it was an AI and repeatedly directed Gavalas to a crisis hotline.
MMO Week in Review: The clock strikes Midnight
This week's MMO news roundup covers the early access launch of World of Warcraft: Midnight, BitCraft entering its second early access phase, and Gamigo reviving Gloria Victis. The article also touches on layoffs at Corepunk, Discord's postponed age verification rollout, and various updates and issues across numerous other MMO titles.