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Technology & ScienceSunday 5 July 2026

PlayStation is marking the end of an era. Sony is reportedly discontinuing physical game discs, a move that former PlayStation Studios boss Shawn Layden calls "a fairly dramatic decision" that signals the company's full pivot toward digital gaming.

The shift reflects broader changes in how people consume entertainment, with streaming and digital downloads now dominating the gaming landscape. While the move streamlines production and aligns with industry trends, it marks a significant moment for a medium that once defined Sony's dominance in home entertainment. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: The era of physical game discs is closing, showing how technology companies continue to reshape how we buy and play our games.

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