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Tech-Stock Strength Partially Outweighs Banking Concerns

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Wednesday closed down -0.38%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.68%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.64%. Stock indexes Wednesday settled mixed, with the S&P 500...

Barchart · Apr 26, 2023

Microsoft's Activision deal is being punished over Google Stadia's failure

Google Stadia's failure left one less big player in cloud gaming, and now Microsoft's Activision deal is being punished over claims of dominance.

Windows Central · Apr 26, 2023

Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Outperforms on Microsoft Earnings

The Nasdaq led in a mixed session for stocks Wednesday as Big Tech earnings impressed.

Kiplinger · Apr 26, 2023

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Disney sues Florida Governor Ron DeSantis as feud deepens

Disney has filed a lawsuit against Florida Governor – and presumptive presidential candidate – Ron DeSantis. The company accuses him of "weaponizing government power" and violating its constitutional rights. It's the latest escalation in a battle over the state's "Don't Say Gay" law, and one that could have implications on…

France 24 · Apr 26, 2023

Explainer: Is Microsoft still buying Activision Blizzard?

It’s not “game over” yet for Microsoft’s quest to buy the video game maker Activision Blizzard, but the software giant is starting to run out of clear pathways to complete its $69 billion takeover

The Independent UK · Apr 26, 2023

Intel Appoints Deepak Patil as Head of Graphics Group, Replaces Raja Koduri

Deepak Patil will serve as the CVP and General Manager of the Accelerated Computing Systems and Graphics (AXG) group.

Tom’s Hardware · Apr 26, 2023

iPhone owners can now get their notifications on Windows 11 — here's how

Phone Link for iOS is rolling out to Windows 11 users over the next few weeks, finally allowing iPhones to link and shares messages with a Windows laptop.

Laptop · Apr 26, 2023

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Quantum Break returns to Xbox, now on PC Game Pass

Remedy's time-bending thriller Quantum Break can once again be purchased digitally, and it's back on Xbox Game Pass.

Windows Central · Apr 26, 2023

The Microsoft-Activision Deal Just Hit a Massive Roadblock

The massive Microsoft-Activision deal has hit a major stopping point, as the UK's Competition and Markets authority has officially blocked the deal.

Inverse · Apr 26, 2023

EvilExtractor malware can steal passwords and hold your Windows PC for ransom — how to stay safe

Hackers are now using the EvilExtractor malware in phishing campaigns designed to steal passwords and other sensitive data from Windows PCs.

Tom’s Guide · Apr 26, 2023

Phone Link can finally connect your iPhone to your Windows 11 PC... kind of

Microsoft Phone Link for iOS is rolling out over the coming weeks. With the upgrade, Phone Link can connect an iPhone to a Windows 11 PC for messages, calls, and more.

Windows Central · Apr 26, 2023

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.

Fortune · Apr 26, 2023

Nintendo Switch isn't "technically capable" of running Call of Duty well, CMA argues

The CMA blocked the Microsoft Activision merger earlier today

GamesRadar · Apr 26, 2023

What UK ban on Microsoft takeover of Activision Blizzard means for gaming

CMA surprised sector by saying deal would give Seattle firm undue power to shape cloud gaming

The Guardian - UK · Apr 26, 2023

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Barchart · Apr 26, 2023

Microsoft and Alphabet Earnings Results Bode Well for Tech Sector

Concern that an economic slowdown would lead to shrinking earnings from U.S. mega-cap technology stocks eased late Tuesday when Microsoft (MSFT ) and Alphabet (GOOGL ) reported better-than-expected quarterly profits and revenue. Those two earnings results were the first of the major technology and internet stocks to report this earnings...

iMore · Apr 26, 2023

Send iMessages from your Windows PC starting today (but there's a catch)

Sending iMessages from a Windows 11 PC is now a thing but you'll have to deal with some limitations.

Barchart · Apr 26, 2023

Stocks Mixed as Microsoft Leads Tech Higher and First Republic Weighs on Banks

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.02%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.33%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.96%. U.S. stock indexes this morning are mixed, with the...

ABC News · Apr 26, 2023

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.

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WEKU · Apr 26, 2023

The U.K. blocks Microsoft's $69 billion deal to buy game giant Activision Blizzard

British regulators blocked Microsoft's purchase, thwarting the biggest tech deal in history over worries that it would stifle competition in the fast-growing cloud gaming market.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2023

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…

TechRadar · 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

A brief history of the smartphone

The three-decade story of how smartphones transformed from an idea into an essential for everyday life.

T3 · 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...

Windows Central · Apr 26, 2023

Shutting down arguments about Xbox Game Pass 'sustainability'

Since Xbox Game Pass came along, pundits lined up to take shots at the strategy. The disruptive service has given Xbox a foothold in the competitive gaming market, but questions of sustainability keep popping up.

Windows Central · Apr 26, 2023

Simplify Windows optimization with Wintoys: Streamlined bloatware removal and quick system tweaks

Wintoys is a collection of straightforward and powerful tweaks designed to supercharge your Windows machine free of charge.

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