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• Sonos Strives for a Comeback Amid App Controversy and Fierce Competition

• PlayStation Network Faces Widespread Global Outage, Disrupting Millions of Gamers

• Elon Musk Says He Has No Interest in Acquiring TikTok

• Russell Vought Appointed Acting CFPB Director as DOGE Team Deletes Bureau’s X Account

Sonos Strives for a Comeback Amid App Controversy and Fierce Competition

Once a pioneer in wireless home audio, Sonos has faced setbacks, including a disastrous app update that frustrated users and cost the company $100 million in lost revenue. The update removed key features and introduced glitches, damaging its reputation as a customer-centric brand. Interim CEO Tom Conrad has pledged to refocus on performance, reliability, and user experience to regain customer trust. With growing competition from tech giants and emerging audio brands, experts stress the importance of prioritizing customer experience to reclaim its former status as an industry leader. Sonos faces a crucial test in 2025 as it works to reverse financial losses and rebuild its reputation.

PlayStation Network Faces Widespread Global Outage, Disrupting Millions of Gamers

Sony's PlayStation Network (PSN) has been down since Friday evening, leaving users unable to access gaming, account management, and online services across devices like the PlayStation 5. As of Saturday afternoon, the outage remains unresolved, making it one of PSN’s longest service disruptions in years. While some users reported limited access returning, others continued to face issues. Sony has not provided an explanation or update. The outage has impacted games like Fortnite and Marvel Rivals, whose support teams are working with PlayStation to resolve the situation. In a playful twist, Krispy Kreme offered free glazed doughnuts to affected gamers.

Elon Musk Says He Has No Interest in Acquiring TikTok

Elon Musk has confirmed he has no plans to purchase TikTok, stating at the WELT Economic Summit that acquiring the platform "doesn't make sense beyond economics." While TikTok faces ongoing national security concerns and potential sale requirements, its parent company ByteDance has no intention of selling. Despite interest from investors like MrBeast and Kevin O'Leary, Musk clarified that unlike his $44 billion acquisition of Twitter (now X) to protect free speech, TikTok lacks a similar strategic appeal. He noted that evaluating its algorithm would be key to understanding its true value, estimated at $40 to $50 billion.

Russell Vought Appointed Acting CFPB Director as DOGE Team Deletes Bureau’s X Account

Russell Vought assumed the role of acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) following Senate confirmation as head of the Office of Management and Budget. Shortly after, officials from Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) deleted the CFPB’s X account and gained administrative access to its internal systems, according to a source familiar with the matter. The CFPB homepage displayed a "404 page not found" error, fueling internal dismay among employees. This move follows Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s controversial freeze on the bureau’s operations, prompting criticism from lawmakers, including Rep. Maxine Waters and Sen. Elizabeth Warren, who expressed concerns about consumer protections and financial access.

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