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UK block leaves Microsoft's $69-bn Activision takeover in peril

London (AFP) - Britain on Wednesday blocked Microsoft's $69-billion takeover of US video game giant Activision Blizzard, arguing it would harm competition in cloud gaming.

UK regulators block Microsoft's Activision acquisition in potentially fatal surprise blow

UK regulators block Microsoft's Activision acquisition in potentially fatal surprise blow

Microsoft says it will appeal the decision.

UK blocks Microsoft's $69-bn Activision takeover

UK blocks Microsoft's $69-bn Activision takeover

London (AFP) - Britain on Wednesday blocked Microsoft's $69-billion takeover of US video game giant Activision Blizzard, arguing it would harm competition in cloud gaming and leaving the blockbuster deal in peril.

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Activision Tumbles As UK Competition Watchdog Blocks $69 Billion Microsoft Takeover

"Cloud gaming needs a free, competitive market to drive innovation and choice," Britain's competition watchdog said.

Microsoft’s £57 billion takeover of Call of Duty publisher Activision blocked by monopolies watchdog

The CMA says the deal would give the tech behemoth too much dominance over cloud gaming, but Microsoft intends to appeal

Evening Standard

CMA blocks Microsoft Activision Deal – but not for the reason you'd think

Activision Blizzard isn't likely to be welcomed into the Xbox family any time soon as the CMA has elected to deny the purchase

Microsoft and Activision say they will appeal merger obstruction

Microsoft remains "fully committed to this acquisition"

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Activision Blizzard calls UK ‘closed for business’ after Microsoft takeover veto

Activision Blizzard calls UK ‘closed for business’ after Microsoft takeover veto

Competition and Markets Authority blocks what would have been biggest acquisition in gaming history

The Guardian - UK

U.K. regulators to block Microsoft's $69 billion deal for Activision

U.K. regulators to block Microsoft's $69 billion deal for Activision

This would be the largest gaming merger of all time.

UK authority blocks Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard

UK authority blocks Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard

The CMA officially strikes down the deal

Xbox's Activision Blizzard deal has been blocked by the UK, Microsoft to appeal

Xbox's Activision Blizzard deal has been blocked by the UK, Microsoft to appeal

Microsoft's bid to acquire Activision Blizzard has fallen at the final hurdle, with the CMA in the United Kingdom blocking the deal.

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Warzone 2 Plunder release time as popular mode finally set to be introduced

Warzone 2 Plunder release time as popular mode finally set to be introduced

Plunder is returning to Warzone 2 later today, here's exactly when you can jump in and make some dosh.

Microsoft reportedly plans to close Activision deal despite FTC lawsuit

Microsoft reportedly plans to close Activision deal despite FTC lawsuit

A new report suggests Microsoft is planning to close its Activision deal despite FTC interference.

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Microsoft Earnings Preview: AI, Azure and Activision Takeover In Focus

Microsoft Earnings Preview: AI, Azure and Activision Takeover In Focus

Microsoft's AI investment push has placed Bing at the forefront of a potentially massive market for global online search and a new earnings driver for the iconic tech giant.

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Crash Team Rumble has serious potential, but its price might be its undoing

Crash Team Rumble is surprisingly great fun, but its price tag could stop it from flourishing.

The billion-dollar Call of Duty series is getting an official boardgame, and for some reason it needs a Kickstarter

The crowdfunding campaign will get underway later this year.

Best one-shot sniper Warzone 2 meta loadout build for Season 3

Our guide to help you build the best one-shot sniper loadout build in Call of Duty: Warzone 2 Season 3

You've got one week to try Modern Warfare 2's multiplayer for free

Activision is opening some (but not all) of the game's multiplayer modes up to the non-paying public.

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Warzone 2 Plunder: expected release date, rewards and new features

The highly popular Plunder game mode is returning in Warzone 2, but what can players expect upon its return?

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Microsoft's Activision Blizzard purchase mostly approved by one more country

South Africa has almost approved Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard, bringing the massive Xbox deal closer to completion.

'Warzone 2.0' Plunder Release Window and New Features for the Fan-Favorite Mode, Revealed

The fan-favorite Plunder mode is coming to 'Warzone 2.0' and here's when you can expect to play.

'Warzone 2.0' Season 3 Meta: Two Essential One-Shot Snipers

Curious about the 'Warzone 2.0' Season 3 sniper meta? These are the best one-shot snipers and the loadouts during Season 3.

Warzone 2: Where to find the cartel and contraband packages

Complete the Cartel Investigation by killing them and taking their stuff.

The best Warzone 2 Season 3 meta weapons

With the launch of Warzone 2 Season 3, certain weapons continue to dominate the meta

How to find and kill the Scavenger in Warzone 2

Collect Scavenger calling cards and take down the new boss.

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