Microsoft gaming chief Phil Spencer retires, replaced by ex-Instacart exec Asha Sharma
CNBC • 2/20/2026
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- 2026-02-20Microsoft gaming chief Phil Spencer retires, replaced by ex-Instacart exec Asha Sharma (current)
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