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Sony Slides on ‘Monumental Challenge’ from Microsoft Gaming Deal

Shares in Japan's Sony Group fell 9% on Wednesday after gaming rival Microsoft said it will buy developer Activision Blizzard in a record $68.7 billion deal for the industry. While Sony's PlayStation is widely seen as having a lead in the generational battle with Microsoft's Xbox, the purchase of the…

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Microsoft buys Call of Duty and Warcraft maker Activision Blizzard in historic deal

Microsoft buys Call of Duty and Warcraft maker Activision Blizzard in historic deal

Microsoft's US$68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard will see it take on iconic franchises and make it the third-largest gaming company in the world.

What will (probably) happen to Activision Blizzard's best franchises?

What will (probably) happen to Activision Blizzard's best franchises?

Microsoft must heed the 'Call of Duty.'

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Why The $70B Activision-Microsoft Deal Could Hurt Sony

Wedbush Securities analyst Michael Pachter named Activision Blizzard Inc (NASDAQ: ATVI) his top stock for 2022 at the end of December.

Microsoft to snap up Call of Duty company Activision Blizzard in £50.6bn deal

The deal between the two companies is one of the biggest of its kind.

Microsoft Analyst Says Acquisition Of Activision Blizzard Is 'A Major Bet On Consumer'

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) announced Tuesday a deal to buy Activision Blizzard Inc (NASDAQ:

Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick reportedly stepping down following Microsoft acquisition

The deal will likely take a while to close, though.

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Microsoft’s Activision plan shows gaming will be at heart of metaverse

Microsoft’s Activision plan shows gaming will be at heart of metaverse

Analysis: Activision Blizzard deal would help Xbox compete against PlayStation – but will regulators play along?

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Microsoft to Gobble up Activision in $69 Billion Metaverse Bet

Microsoft to Gobble up Activision in $69 Billion Metaverse Bet

Microsoft Corp is buying "Call of Duty" maker Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion in the biggest gaming industry deal in history as global technology giants stake their claims to a virtual future. The deal announced by Microsoft on Tuesday, its biggest-ever and set to be the largest all-cash acquisition on…

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Could Microsoft Make 'Call Of Duty' An Xbox Exclusive? 3 Scenarios To Consider

Could Microsoft Make 'Call Of Duty' An Xbox Exclusive? 3 Scenarios To Consider

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) announced Tuesday morning plans to buy Activision Blizzard, Inc (NASDAQ: ATVI) for nearly $70 billion in an all-cash deal.

Microsoft is buying Call of Duty publisher Activision Blizzard for $69 billion dollars

Microsoft is buying Call of Duty publisher Activision Blizzard for $69 billion dollars

The tech juggernaut is will be acquiring yet another huge gaming industry publisher meaning Xbox may see many more exclusives

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Bobby Kotick may be on the way out after Microsoft’s Activision deal

Bobby Kotick may be on the way out after Microsoft’s Activision deal

Kotick will remain CEO of Activision Blizzard at least as long as the deal is still pending.

Microsoft to buy Activision Blizzard in $69 billion gaming deal

Microsoft Corp. said it’s buying Activision Blizzard Inc. in a $68.7 billion deal, uniting two of the biggest forces in video games.

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Microsoft to buy Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard for nearly $70bn

Tech giant acquires publisher of games including World of Warcraft and Candy Crush

Microsoft To Acquire Activision In $68.7B Deal: What Investors Need To Know

Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT) on Tuesday announced that it plans to acquire game developer and interactive entertainment content publisher Activision Blizzard Inc (NASDAQ: ATVI) for $95 per shar

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Microsoft buys Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion

Microsoft is buying Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion to gain access to blockbuster games including Call of Duty and Candy Crush

Why Activision Blizzard Shares Are Rising Today

Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI) shares are trading higher after the company announced it will be acquired by Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT).

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Microsoft to buy Activision Blizzard

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Xbox-owner Microsoft to buy Activision in deal valuing Call Of Duty games maker at $70bn

Microsoft said it’s buying Activision Blizzard in a $68.7 billion deal, uniting two of the biggest forces in video games, Bloomberg reports.

Activision Blizzard Removes 37 Employees, Takes Action Against 44 Others For Sexual Misconduct: Report

Activision Blizzard Inc (NASDAQ: ATVI) confirmed the exit of 37 employees and disciplinary action against 44 others since July in a bid to address allegations of sexual harassment and other misconduct, the Wall Street Journal reports.

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Destiny 2: UK release date, gameplay, story and what to expect from Bungie’s high profile sequel

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