Microsoft-Activision Deal Faces Test in FTC Hearing

The proceedings in San Francisco federal court are a major test for the Biden administration’s more…

Microsoft Looks to the Stars While Doing Activision Duty

Microsoft, still uncertain with its Activision Blizzard deal, is furthering its cloud-focused subscription-based business model with…

Microsoft Looks to the Stars While Doing Activision Duty

Microsoft, still uncertain with its Activision Blizzard deal, is furthering its cloud-focused subscription-based business model with…

FTC Plans to Seek a Restraining Order to Stop Microsoft From Closing Activision Deal

A judge has to agree to issue a time-limited order; There is no guarantee that the…

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Why Microsoft’s $75 Billion Bid for Activision Blizzard Hinges on Call of Duty

Regulators worry that a popular videogame franchise so important to attracting hard-core gamers could be used…

At Take-Two, ‘Grand Theft Auto’ Is Worth Doing Time

Investors are expecting a big payoff from the long-awaited sequel to the blockbuster videogame. The company’s…

An Apple Headset Is Coming. Can It Be More Than a Nerd Helmet?

Uncool gadgets became cool with the iPod, iPhone, and Apple Watch. Now the company is taking…

Microsoft’s Activision Deal Goes Down to the Wire

EU approval is a significant victory, but UK governance is still a major hurdle.

Microsoft’s $75 Billion Activision Blizzard Deal Gets EU Approval

The decision comes weeks after the UK regulator rejected the deal, saying it would reduce competition…