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The EU will require Microsoft to bring Activision games to its cloud competitors if the buyout is successful

The European Commission has approved Microsoft's Activision deal, but there are conditions

GamesRadar

EU approves Microsoft’s Activision takeover in break with UK competition watchdog

The CMA blocked the deal last month

Evening Standard

EU backs Microsoft's Activision Blizzard takeover

Brussels (AFP) - The EU on Monday gave the green light to Microsoft's $69-billion takeover bid for US video game giant Activision Blizzard, just weeks after the British competition regulator put the deal at risk by blocking it.

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EU approves Microsoft's $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard

The deal still faces hurdles in the UK and US, but this is a big boost for Microsoft.

PC Gamer

Microsoft Activision Blizzard deal approved by EU regulators as CMA issue response

The EU regulators have approved the Microsoft Activision deal despite agreeing with the CMA's concerns around cloud gaming

Daily Mirror

EU approves Microsoft’s takeover of Activision Blizzard

But UK regulator the CMA, which blocked the deal, hits back over European decision on acquisition of Call of Duty maker

The Guardian - UK

Microsoft's Activision Blizzard deal approved by European Union

The deal is approved after the European Commission's investigation

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European Commission approves Microsoft's Activision Blizzard purchase for Xbox

The European Commission has chosen whether or not to allow Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard.

Windows Central

EU backs Microsoft buying Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard. But the $69B deal is still at risk

The European Union has approved Microsoft’s $69 billion purchase of video game maker Activision Blizzard

The Independent UK

Tim Cain reveals proposed sequels to Vampire – Bloodlines: 'We were planning a trilogy, which I forgot'

Bloodlines' original developers had plans to continue its story.

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The video gaming industry is well-positioned to see considerable long-term growth, driven by the increasing popularity of online gaming, the rise of esports, technological proliferation in software and hardware, and the growing internet accessibility. Given industry tailwinds, quality video gaming stocks Activision (ATVI), Electronic Arts (EA), and Nexters (GDEV) could…

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Bobby Kotick's AI comments perfectly sum up the thoughtlessness behind the large-language model gold rush

One of the big problems with the tech industry's current obsession over large language models (commonly referred to under the umbrella term "AI"), is separating out the genuine potential applications and implications of this technology, from the marketing hype, misunderstanding, and outright lies proffered by industry leaders and blue-tick grifters…

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Stocks Higher, Tesla Gets Twitter Boost, New Microsoft Headache, Regional Banks Lift, Debt Ceiling Progress - 5 Things To Know

Stock futures higher as inflation risks fade; Tesla shares gain as musk finds new Twitter CEO; Microsoft faces another legal challenge to $69 billion Activision deal; PacWest leads regional banks higher as FDIC unveils new funding and Biden postpones meeting with McCarthy as debt ceiling talks hint progress.

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Warzone 2 Plunder removed – here's when the popular Call of Duty mode is coming back

Here's what you need to know about Plunders removal and eventual return in Warzone 2

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The same group of UK regulators that blocked the Microsoft Activision acquisition is now looking into AI

The CMA is reviewing artificial intelligence models for "competition and consumer protection considerations."

Daily Mirror

Warzone Mobile release date delay explained - it doesn't mean what you think it means

No, Warzone Mobile hasn't been delayed, it was just never coming out in May in the first place

Windows Central

This report says the EU will approve Microsoft's Activision deal for Xbox, but will it?

Microsoft's huge Activision-Blizzard deal suffered a major setback in the UK, but if these reports are true, the European Union could be gearing up to offer a lifeline.

GamesRadar

EU regulators reportedly expected to approve Microsoft Activision deal next week

This would be a big win for Microsoft after several setbacks

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The Call of Duty Warzone Mobile release date just changed (and it's bad news)

Looking forward to playing Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile? You're going to have to wait until November 2023 at least.

GamesRadar

EA says it doesn't care if the Microsoft Activision deal goes through: "We'll continue to be the number one publisher on their platform"

EA CEO Andrew Wilson says he's "indifferent" about the buyout

GamesRadar

Activision says it's addressing a "recent uptick" in Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 server issues

"We are committed to continued progress and will update as we are able"

PC Gamer

Activision Blizzard hires barrister who advised Boris Johnson on partygate to front CMA appeal

Hiring Lord Pannick is a statement of intent.

GamesRadar

Activision hires Queen Elizabeth II's former lawyer to lead appeal over Xbox merger

Baron Pannick is taking on the CMA

PC Gamer

Activision is making more money on PC than consoles for the first time, and the gap is widening

There's gold in these personalized computing hills, and Activision Blizzard is taking notice.

Daily Mirror

Warzone 2 Ranked release date confirmed – here's when you can play the competitive mode

Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming Warzone 2 Ranked mode

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