Microsoft / Activision deal prevented to protect innovation and
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Competition & Markets Authority on X: We've prevented @Microsoft from purchasing @Activision over concerns the deal would damage competition in the #CloudGaming market, leading to less innovation and choice for UK #gamers.
Joost Rietveld on LinkedIn: Microsoft / Activision deal prevented to protect innovation and choice in…
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This seems like bulls**t to me - Asmongold comments on CMA preventing Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard
Microsoft / Activision Deal Prevented to Protect Innovation and Choice in Cloud Gaming
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UK regulator CMA blocks Microsoft's $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard over concerns in the cloud market
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Microsoft Will Fight FTC Over $68.7B Activision Blizzard Deal – NBC4 Washington
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UK Antitrust Regulators Block USD 69 Billion Microsoft-Activision Gaming Deal, Biggest in Tech History
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U.K. Blocks Microsoft Purchase of Activision Blizzard - DFC Intelligence
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Microsoft's Activision Blizzard acquisition approved by EU regulators - The Verge
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CMA reopens consultation on Microsoft's bid for Activision • The Register
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The Microsoft / Activision Blizzard acquisition, OT, Antitrust Simulator (completed; discussing post-merger issues) OT, Page 823
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UK Regulator Blocked Microsoft's $69 Billion Acquisition of Activision Blizzard
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UK Blocks Microsoft-Activision Gaming Deal Amid Cloud Gaming Concerns - News18
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Microsoft / Activision deal prevented to protect innovation and choice in cloud gaming