Microsoft, Activision Edge Closer to Completing Deal

Microsoft, Activision Edge Closer to Completing Deal

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The video discusses the ongoing legal proceedings between Microsoft and Activision Blizzard in the UK, focusing on the Competition Appeals Tribunal's assessment of potential compromises. The UK is the last major regulator, and a resolution could finalize the deal. Key agreements include keeping Call of Duty on PlayStation and a similar deal with Nintendo. The UK cloud gaming rights are a potential leverage point. Recent developments include the FTC's loss, which supports Microsoft's position, and market reactions to these events.

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What is the current status of the deal between Microsoft and Activision Blizzard as discussed in the text?

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What are the judges at the Competition Appeals Tribunal in London assessing regarding the deal?

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What compromises are Microsoft and Activision willing to make to appease the UK regulators?

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How long will Sony have access to Call of Duty according to the agreement mentioned?

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What potential strategy could lead the CMA to move quickly regarding the deal?

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