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Activision boss labels U.K. blocking of $69 billion Microsoft deal ‘irrational.’ ‘It makes no sense’

His criticism came after Microsoft’s Brad Smith said the blocking of the acquisition had shaken the tech giant’s confidence in Britain.

Microsoft: Block on the Activision-Xbox deal is the firm's "darkest day" in the UK (Update)

Microsoft: Block on the Activision-Xbox deal is the firm's "darkest day" in the UK (Update)

Despite claiming to have reduced their concerns, the UK regulator sensationally blocked Microsoft's $69 billion dollar acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Microsoft President Brad Smith isn't very happy.

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Microsoft’s $69 billion Activision takeover is on life-support after regulators say no

Microsoft’s $69 billion Activision takeover is on life-support after regulators say no

The companies now face a challenging appeal process in the U.K.

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Microsoft hits out at UK regulator's 'flawed understanding' of game industry as multi-billion dollar Activision merger blocked

The UK's competition authority refuses to allow Microsoft's multi-billion-dollar acquisition of Activision, ruling such market dominance would suppress innovation in new technologies like cloud gaming.

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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Bobby Kotick says Sony's being a baby about Microsoft deal: 'They would just like to prevent our merger from happening'

Activision Blizzard's CEO is feeling bullish about the merger going through.

The Chinese versions of Blizzard's games may have been shut down over a big misunderstanding

A New York Times report says the bad blood came to a boil over a perceived threat during a licensing negotiation.

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Activision CEO says he won't allow Sony's "disappointing" behavior to "affect our long term relationship"

Activision CEO says he won't allow Sony's "disappointing" behavior to "affect our long term relationship"

Bobby Kotick says he's "confident" Activision will be bought out by Microsoft in the end

Sony set on 'sabotaging' Microsoft's Activision buyout alleges Bobby Kotick

Sony set on 'sabotaging' Microsoft's Activision buyout alleges Bobby Kotick

The Activision CEO said Sony is being uncooperative in discussions.

Microsoft says the FTC’s Xbox lawsuit violates the U.S. Constitution

Microsoft says the FTC’s Xbox lawsuit violates the U.S. Constitution

Microsoft issued its response to the FTC’s lawsuit against the Activision Blizzard deal and called the Commission’s actions unconstitutional

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FTC votes to file suit to block Microsoft’s $69 Billion Activision deal

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is seeking to block Microsoft Corp.’s $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard Inc., saying the tie-up between the Xbox maker and popular gaming publisher would harm competition.

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Activision Blizzard Q3 Earnings: Revenue And EPS Beat, Call Of Duty Sales Record, Microsoft Acquisition Update And More

Activision Blizzard Q3 Earnings: Revenue And EPS Beat, Call Of Duty Sales Record, Microsoft Acquisition Update And More

Video game company Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI) reported third-quarter results after the market close Monday.

Microsoft-Activision deal just hit a major snag — thanks to Call of Duty

Microsoft-Activision deal just hit a major snag — thanks to Call of Duty

A UK agency has voiced concerns about Microsoft’s deal to acquire Activision Blizzard, and has recommended a more thorough investigation.

Blizzard Entertainment Acquires This Boston-Based Studio For Undisclosed Terms

Blizzard Entertainment Acquires This Boston-Based Studio For Undisclosed Terms

Activision Blizzard, Inc's (NASDAQ:ATVI) Blizzard Entertainment closed the acquisition of the Boston-based studio Proletariat. The financial terms of the transaction remain undisclosed. The acquisition will help better serve players in the multiplayer online role-playing game World of Warcraft. "Over the next two years, we plan to hire hundreds of the best developers to…

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Activision Blizzard's Independent Board Gives Its Officers Clean Chit Against Denial Of Harassment Claims

Activision Blizzard, Inc's (NASDAQ:ATVI) Workplace Responsibility Committee of independent directors dismissed allegations of rebuttal of gender harassment claims by senior officials as alleged by different media reports. The gaming giant acknowledged some substantiated instances of gender harassment. However, it denied awareness and tolerance of harassment by the officials. Also Read: Activision Blizzard Registers 22% Revenue…

Sheryl Sandberg’s Wedding Expenses Are the Least of Facebook’s Sheryl Sandberg Problems

The company also faces antitrust scrutiny, questions about potential abuses of power, and an advertising business under attack from competitors and regulators.

Activision Blizzard Chief Takes Positive Step Towards Union Taking Cues From Microsoft, Amazon

Activision Blizzard, Inc (NASDAQ:ATVI) CEO Bobby Kotick shared plans to negotiate with the Communications Workers of America over a collective bargaining agreement for employees at its subsidiary Raven Software. Kotick looked to meet CWA leaders at the bargaining table and work toward an agreement. Activision Blizzard faced charges of union-busting and illegally retaliating…

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Activision Blizzard officially recognises Raven Software QA union, begins negotiations

After months of unionization efforts from Raven Software, including a strike, Activision Blizzard has officially recognized their union.

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SOC Investment Group urge Activision Blizzard shareholders to vote against re-election of Bobby Kotick

SOC Investment Group say that the ATVI board is either "guilty of staggering incompetence" or Bobby Kotick has commited a "fireable offense."

Raven Software’s QA team successfully unionizes in a near-unanimous vote

The Game Workers Alliance is the first of its kind among AAA gaming studios in the U.S.

In major video game company first, Activision Blizzard employees are joining a union

A subset of staff at the massive video game company Activision Blizzard voted to join the Communication Workers of America. The vote comes as Activision Blizzard is being purchased by Microsoft.

Median CEO Pay Package Rose to $14.7 Million in 2021, a New High

The median pay package for chief executives of the biggest U.S. companies reached $14.7 million in 2021, setting a sixth-straight annual record as strong profits and robust markets boosted performance measures.

New NYC lawsuit spices up Microsoft's Activision acquisition

The suit alleges CEO Bobby Kotick rushed the Microsoft buyout to save himself.

Activision New York lawsuit: Your 3 biggest questions, answered

A new lawsuit out of New York presents yet another legal wrinkle in the ongoing saga of Activision Blizzard. Here's what the suit says, and what could happen.

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New York City is suing Activision Blizzard, insists CEO ‘rushed’ to secure Microsoft acquisition

The lawsuit alleges that Bobby Kotick and others are attempting to 'escape' liability.

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