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Microsoft CEO Won’t Rule Out Not Selling Activision Products in the UK to Work Around CMA Block

Microsoft CEO Won’t Rule Out Not Selling Activision Products in the UK to Work Around CMA Block

When asked if that's a strategy Microsoft could adopt should the CMA's decision not be reversed, Satya Nadella said, "Let's wait for it all to play out."

UK’s CMA Stands Firm on Blocking Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

UK’s CMA Stands Firm on Blocking Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

Though it respects the European Commission's "different view," the Competition and Markets Authority "stands by its decision."

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Approved by European Commission

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Approved by European Commission

Microsoft has committed to measures that “address the competition concerns" and "represent a significant improvement for cloud gaming."

Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile Seemingly Delayed to November

Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile Seemingly Delayed to November

Announced last year, the mobile battle royale shooter seems to have been delayed into November, based on its updated App Store page.

EU Regulator Set to Approve Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Next Week – Rumour

EU Regulator Set to Approve Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Next Week – Rumour

In the wake of the UK's CMA blocking the proposed acquisition, the deal is set to be approved by the European Commission, it's been claimed.

Microsoft to Lodge Appeal Against CMA’s Activision Acquisition Block “in the Coming Days”

Microsoft to Lodge Appeal Against CMA’s Activision Acquisition Block “in the Coming Days”

Microsoft has hired a lawyer known for repeatedly defeating the EU regulator as it looks to overturn the CMA's decision.

Microsoft Will Have to Pay Activision $3 Billion if Acquisition Fails

Microsoft Will Have to Pay Activision $3 Billion if Acquisition Fails

Should Microsoft's proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard fail to go through, the company will still have to cough up $3 billion as a breakup fee.

Following UK Regulator’s Activision Block, Microsoft Has Signed Another 10-Year Agreement with Cloud Platform Nware

Following UK Regulator’s Activision Block, Microsoft Has Signed Another 10-Year Agreement with Cloud Platform Nware

Nware will be able to stream Xbox-developed PC games, as well as Activision Blizzard titles "after the acquisition closes."

UK Block is “Far from the Final Word” on Microsoft Deal – Activision Blizzard CEO

UK Block is “Far from the Final Word” on Microsoft Deal – Activision Blizzard CEO

"We’re confident in our case because the facts are on our side: this deal is good for competition," says Bobby Kotick.

Microsoft Remains “Fully Committed” to Activision Blizzard Acquisition, Will Appeal CMA’s Decision

Microsoft Remains “Fully Committed” to Activision Blizzard Acquisition, Will Appeal CMA’s Decision

The decision "rejects a pragmatic path to address competition concerns and discourages technology innovation and investment in the UK,” said Microsoft.

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Blocked by CMA in UK

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Blocked by CMA in UK

The authority the deal would "would alter the future of the fast-growing cloud gaming market," leading to "less choice for UK gamers."

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Will Reportedly be Approved by UK Regulator This Week

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Will Reportedly be Approved by UK Regulator This Week

The Financial Times reports that the UK's Competition and Markets Authority is likely to approve the $69 billion acquisition.

Nintendo Subpoenaed by FTC Over 10-Year Call of Duty Deal with Microsoft

Nintendo Subpoenaed by FTC Over 10-Year Call of Duty Deal with Microsoft

The FTC specifically subpoenaed Nintendo of America's Steve Singer for up to seven hours of testimony regarding the deal.

Call of Duty Being Worse on PlayStation Would Cause “Serious Damage” to the Company – Jim Ryan

Call of Duty Being Worse on PlayStation Would Cause “Serious Damage” to the Company – Jim Ryan

PlayStation boss Jim Ryan believes that a degraded version of Call of Duty on PlayStation would cause irreparable harm to the company.

Sony Calls UK CMA’s Stance on Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard Acquisition “Surprising, Unprecedented, and Irrational”

Sony Calls UK CMA’s Stance on Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard Acquisition “Surprising, Unprecedented, and Irrational”

Both Sony and Microsoft have released statements in response to the UK CMA's softened stance on the Activision Blizzard acquisition.

Sony’s Attempts to Block Microsoft Deal Are “Disappointing”, but Won’t Affect “Long-Term Partnership” with Activision – Kotick

Sony’s Attempts to Block Microsoft Deal Are “Disappointing”, but Won’t Affect “Long-Term Partnership” with Activision – Kotick

Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick insists that the company's relationship with Sony won't be affected in spite of its efforts to block the Microsoft acquisition.

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Approved by Japan’s Fair Trade Commission

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Approved by Japan’s Fair Trade Commission

The Commission concluded its investigation, stating the merger "would not substantially restrict competition in certain business fields."

Microsoft Acquiring Activision Blizzard Will Not Harm Competition in Console Gaming – UK Regulator

Microsoft Acquiring Activision Blizzard Will Not Harm Competition in Console Gaming – UK Regulator

The UK's regulatory body has released a statement where it believes that the merger won't harm competition in the gaming console market.

Microsoft’s Remedies Statement to EU Indicates Console and Hardware Competition isn’t a Concern

Microsoft’s Remedies Statement to EU Indicates Console and Hardware Competition isn’t a Concern

The EU and Microsoft are more interested in potential problems in the cloud gaming market than the console market, going by the lack of Sony's name in statements.

10 Years is Enough Time for PlayStation to Create a Call of Duty Competitor – Microsoft

10 Years is Enough Time for PlayStation to Create a Call of Duty Competitor – Microsoft

Microsoft is arguing against Sony's claims of the importance of Call of Duty by pointing out that Sony can make its own competitor to the shooter franchise.