Microsoft's $69 Billion Activision Deal Gets UK Clearance

Microsoft's $69 Billion Activision Deal Gets UK Clearance

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The video discusses a deal involving Microsoft and Ubisoft, focusing on the restructuring of cloud streaming rights for Activision games. Initial concerns about Microsoft's potential dominance in the cloud gaming sector were addressed by transferring rights to Ubisoft. After a short consultation, the deal was approved, ensuring a competitive environment in the cloud gaming market.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for Microsoft's initial concession in the deal?

To gain more market share

To address substantial concerns

To increase profits

To expand into new markets

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change was made in the restructuring of the deal?

The deal was canceled

Activision gained more control

Ubisoft received cloud streaming rights

Microsoft retained all rights

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long will Ubisoft hold the cloud streaming rights for Activision games?

5 years

10 years

15 years

20 years

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main concern about Microsoft's potential control in the cloud gaming sector?

Lack of innovation

High prices

Monopoly over the sector

Poor customer service

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the consultation regarding the deal's restructuring?

Concerns were resolved

New concerns emerged

The deal was postponed

The deal was rejected