Xbox Reportedly Rejects Netflix's $500 Million Offer

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According to a Dark Horizons report shared on Hacker News, Microsoft's Xbox division has turned down a reported $500 million offer from Netflix. The article provides few details about the terms of the proposed deal or the reasons behind the rejection. The story gained traction on Hacker News, where it drew 32 points and 12 comments. Because the source material is limited, the specifics of the offer and any negotiations remain unconfirmed.

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