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Blizzard’s Hearthstone and Warcraft Rumble Developers Form New Union Amid Industry Shifts

Developers working on Hearthstone and Warcraft Rumble at Blizzard Entertainment have formed a new union representing over 100 employees. This marks the latest labor organization effort at Microsoft’s gaming studios as the company’s neutrality agreement with workers nears expiration. The union includes software engineers, designers, artists, and quality assurance testers.

Major Unionization Effort at Blizzard

Developers working on Hearthstone and Warcraft Rumble at Blizzard Entertainment have formed a new union, according to reports from the Communication Workers of America. The over 100-person unit represents what analysts suggest is continued momentum in labor organizing across Microsoft’s gaming division.

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NYSE President Touts Robust IPO Market Amid Regulatory Shifts and Executive Moves

NYSE President Lynn Martin reports a “really strong” IPO market resurgence in 2025 across all sectors. Recent SEC guidance and potential semiannual reporting changes could further boost public listings. Meanwhile, multiple Fortune 500 companies announce significant CFO transitions.

IPO Market Shows Renewed Strength

The initial public offering market has demonstrated remarkable vigor in 2025, according to recent comments from NYSE President Lynn Martin. Speaking at the Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit in Washington, D.C., Martin emphasized that “the IPO market is really, really strong” with public listings roaring back across all sectors. She reportedly advised investors to maintain long-term perspectives despite market fluctuations, noting that “our economy is super strong” with solid fundamentals and vibrant dealmaking environments.