Bobby Kotick blasts UK regulators over stalled Microsoft & Activision Blizzard deal
Kotick suggested that if the United Kingdom blocks the Microsoft and Activision Blizzard deal, it will become the 'Death Valley' of tech.
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Kotick suggested that if the United Kingdom blocks the Microsoft and Activision Blizzard deal, it will become the 'Death Valley' of tech.
An EU commission added to the fears that Microsoft's $69 billion USD deal could threaten access to largescale franchises like Call of Duty.
Google and Nvidia recently shared concerns with the FTC that Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard may give it too much power.
Proletariat and Activision Blizzard leadership had a clash of opinion with Communication Workers of America, who accused the company of union-busting tactics.
According to FTC lawyers, there have been no meaningful talks of a settlement as the two prepare for court in August 2023.
With the UK heavily scrutinizing the Microsoft and Activision Blizzard deal, the FTC will now reportedly join in with an antitrust lawsuit.
A European Union commission will investigate the pending acquisition of Activision Blizzard, citing concerns over sales of non-Windows PCs.
Meanwhile, Modern Warfare 2 has played out its first billion matches faster than any other game in franchise history.
The 2022 Modern Warfare sequel attempts to fill the massive combat boots of its predecessor, but ultimately falls short on various levels.
Microsoft's Phil Spencer shared reassurance recently that the company has no plans to keep Call of Duty off PlayStation consoles.