The Latest Breaking News from CMA

Multi-billion dollar firm furiously attacks 'increasingly dire' UK after deal blocked

GAMING giant Activision has declared the UK "closed for business" after the government blocked Microsoft's takeover of the company due to…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2023

Microsoft merger blocked, Activision accuses UK of being “closed for business”

The UK government has found that Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard would create a monopoly in cloud gaming.

TechRadar · Apr 26, 2023

Microsoft buyout of Activision Blizzard rejected by UK Government

If you were hoping for Call of Duty on your Nintendo Switch, you might have to wait a little while longer...

T3 · Apr 26, 2023

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

This would be the largest gaming merger of all time.

Axios · Apr 26, 2023

‘Nothing we can do’ to turn a profit — Heathrow boss slams CAA cap as airport stalls in the red

Heathrow is on course for a fourth consecutive year in the red

Evening Standard · Apr 26, 2023

UK authority blocks Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard

The CMA officially strikes down the deal

GamesRadar · Apr 26, 2023

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.

Windows Central · Apr 26, 2023

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.

Windows Central · Apr 25, 2023

TechScape: Could this billion-pound ‘crack-down’ end fake reviews and subscription traps?

Tech giants such as Google and Apple could face huge fines if they breach planned rules designed to protect consumers online. But will the bill have real teeth?

The Guardian - UK · Apr 25, 2023

Digital Markets Bill to crack down on big tech, fake reviews and subscription traps

The Digital Markets Unit will have the power to fine big tech platforms up to 10% of their global turnover if they do not abide by competition rules.

Evening Standard · Apr 25, 2023