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Microsoft says Sony bias on billion deal swayed CMA

Microsoft says Sony bias on $69 billion deal swayed CMA

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Microsoft Corp. accused Britain’s competition watchdog of relying on “self-serving” input from fierce rival Sony Group Corp. in its decision to probe the tech giant’s $69 Billion takeover of Activision Blizzard Inc. The Competition and Markets Authority opened a longer review of the deal last month citing concerns it could hamper markets, for example by […]

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UK probes Microsoft’s billion purchase of Activision

UK probes Microsoft’s $69 billion purchase of Activision

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The UK antitrust watchdog kicked-off an investigation into Microsoft Corp.’s planned $69 billion purchase of Activision Blizzard Inc. joining other regulators in scrutinizing the video game deal. The Competition and Markets Authority said Wednesday it will consider whether the deal will harm competition and lead to higher prices or reduced choice. The regulator said it […]

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