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Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Approved in the UK by CMA

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Approved in the UK by CMA

"Limited residual concerns", but the UK authority felt the "restructured deal substantially addressed" its initial concerns.

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Will Avoid Another EU Probe – Rumor

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Will Avoid Another EU Probe – Rumor

Changes to the deal to appease the CMA won't require another round of approvals from the European Commission, sources say.

Guitar Hero Could Come Back Thanks to Microsoft’s Resources – Activision Blizzard CEO

Guitar Hero Could Come Back Thanks to Microsoft’s Resources – Activision Blizzard CEO

The last Guitar Hero game released was Guitar Hero Live, which was out on PS4 and Xbox One back in 2015.

Diablo 4, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Won’t Come to Game Pass in 2023

Diablo 4, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Won’t Come to Game Pass in 2023

Activision Blizzard has stated that it will start working with Microsoft to bring games to the subscription service next year.

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Will Reportedly be Finalized Next Week

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Will Reportedly be Finalized Next Week

The company is reportedly eyeing October 13 as the date to officially announce the completion of its $69 billion acquisition.

FTC Moving Ahead With In-House Trial Against Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

FTC Moving Ahead With In-House Trial Against Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

The FTC "continues to believe this deal is a threat to competition," though Microsoft and Activision are confident in closing by October 18th.

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Has Been Provisionally Approved in the UK

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Has Been Provisionally Approved in the UK

The CMA feels Microsoft's decision to sell cloud streaming rights for Activision Blizzard content to Ubisoft is an important change that "substantially address" many of its concerns.

Activision Blizzard CEO Was Briefed on the Nintendo Switch 2 in December 2022

Activision Blizzard CEO Was Briefed on the Nintendo Switch 2 in December 2022

A successor to the Nintendo Switch was the subject of conversation between Bobby Kotick and Nintendo boss Shuntaro Furukawa.

Ubisoft Will Receive Cloud Streaming Rights for Activision Blizzard Titles

Ubisoft Will Receive Cloud Streaming Rights for Activision Blizzard Titles

The publisher's "complete slate" of games (and future titles) will be playable on Ubisoft+ via the cloud after it's acquisition by Microsoft.

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Approved by New Zealand’s Commerce Commission

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Approved by New Zealand’s Commerce Commission

Microsoft appreciates the Commission's "thoughtful consideration" and welcomes the decision to "clear the deal unconditionally."

Microsoft Sends Final Submission to CMA Regarding Activision Blizzard Acquisition

Microsoft Sends Final Submission to CMA Regarding Activision Blizzard Acquisition

The appeal against the authority's denial of the deal was set for July 28th but was delayed by two months for further negotiation.

Ubisoft CEO Says Microsoft-Activision Deal “Shows the Value of IPs on Console, PC, and Mobile”

Ubisoft CEO Says Microsoft-Activision Deal “Shows the Value of IPs on Console, PC, and Mobile”

"I think it's good news that the transaction can go through because it really shows the power of IPs, and where the industry is going," Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot says.

FTC Withdraws from Proceedings Against Microsoft and Activision Blizzard

FTC Withdraws from Proceedings Against Microsoft and Activision Blizzard

The FTC has responded to Microsoft's motion to withdraw from recent proceedings with no objections.

Microsoft and Activision Blizzard Urge FTC to Withdraw Case Brought to Internal Judge

Microsoft and Activision Blizzard Urge FTC to Withdraw Case Brought to Internal Judge

August 2nd is the trial date, but both companies say, "Withdrawal from adjudication is not only mandatory but in the public interest."

Microsoft-Activision Merger Agreement Has Been Extended Until October 18

Microsoft-Activision Merger Agreement Has Been Extended Until October 18

"We're optimistic about getting this done, and excited about bringing more games to more players everywhere," says Xbox boss Phil Spencer.

Microsoft and CMA Granted Additional Two Months to Resolve Activision Blizzard Acquisition

Microsoft and CMA Granted Additional Two Months to Resolve Activision Blizzard Acquisition

The UK's Competition Appeal Tribunal was originally set to begin proceedings around Microsoft's appeal later this month.

Microsoft’s 10-Year Agreement with Nintendo Covers All Future Activision Blizzard Releases

Microsoft’s 10-Year Agreement with Nintendo Covers All Future Activision Blizzard Releases

In recently submitted court documents, Microsoft stated that Nintendo has "a contractual right to obtain Activision content post-merger, including Call of Duty."

Microsoft’s 10-Year Agreement with PlayStation for Future Activision Games Only Covers Call of Duty

Microsoft’s 10-Year Agreement with PlayStation for Future Activision Games Only Covers Call of Duty

Other Activision franchises like Overwatch, Diablo, Crash Bandicoot, and more aren't guaranteed to release for PlayStation in the future.

Microsoft and Sony Sign “Binding” 10-Year Agreement to Keep Call of Duty on PlayStation

Microsoft and Sony Sign “Binding” 10-Year Agreement to Keep Call of Duty on PlayStation

"We look forward to a future where players globally have more choice to play their favorite games," says Xbox boss Phil Spencer.

Microsoft Says it’s Committed to Releasing Call of Duty on an “In-Development” Switch Successor

Microsoft Says it’s Committed to Releasing Call of Duty on an “In-Development” Switch Successor

Earlier this year, Microsoft signed a "binding" 10-year agreement with Nintendo to bring Call of Duty games to its platforms.