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European Commission approves Microsoft's Activision Blizzard purchase for Xbox

The European Commission has chosen whether or not to allow Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard.

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EU backs Microsoft buying Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard. But the $69B deal is still at risk

EU backs Microsoft buying Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard. But the $69B deal is still at risk

The European Union has approved Microsoft’s $69 billion purchase of video game maker Activision Blizzard

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Tim Cain reveals proposed sequels to Vampire – Bloodlines: 'We were planning a trilogy, which I forgot'

Tim Cain reveals proposed sequels to Vampire – Bloodlines: 'We were planning a trilogy, which I forgot'

Bloodlines' original developers had plans to continue its story.

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Bobby Kotick's AI comments perfectly sum up the thoughtlessness behind the large-language model gold rush

One of the big problems with the tech industry's current obsession over large language models (commonly referred to under the umbrella term "AI"), is separating out the genuine potential applications and implications of this technology, from the marketing hype, misunderstanding, and outright lies proffered by industry leaders and blue-tick grifters…

Warzone 2 Plunder removed – here's when the popular Call of Duty mode is coming back

Here's what you need to know about Plunders removal and eventual return in Warzone 2

The same group of UK regulators that blocked the Microsoft Activision acquisition is now looking into AI

The CMA is reviewing artificial intelligence models for "competition and consumer protection considerations."

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Warzone Mobile release date delay explained - it doesn't mean what you think it means

Warzone Mobile release date delay explained - it doesn't mean what you think it means

No, Warzone Mobile hasn't been delayed, it was just never coming out in May in the first place

This report says the EU will approve Microsoft's Activision deal for Xbox, but will it?

This report says the EU will approve Microsoft's Activision deal for Xbox, but will it?

Microsoft's huge Activision-Blizzard deal suffered a major setback in the UK, but if these reports are true, the European Union could be gearing up to offer a lifeline.

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EU regulators reportedly expected to approve Microsoft Activision deal next week

EU regulators reportedly expected to approve Microsoft Activision deal next week

This would be a big win for Microsoft after several setbacks

The Call of Duty Warzone Mobile release date just changed (and it's bad news)

The Call of Duty Warzone Mobile release date just changed (and it's bad news)

Looking forward to playing Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile? You're going to have to wait until November 2023 at least.

EA says it doesn't care if the Microsoft Activision deal goes through: "We'll continue to be the number one publisher on their platform"

EA says it doesn't care if the Microsoft Activision deal goes through: "We'll continue to be the number one publisher on their platform"

EA CEO Andrew Wilson says he's "indifferent" about the buyout

Activision says it's addressing a "recent uptick" in Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 server issues

Activision says it's addressing a "recent uptick" in Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 server issues

"We are committed to continued progress and will update as we are able"

Activision Blizzard hires barrister who advised Boris Johnson on partygate to front CMA appeal

Activision Blizzard hires barrister who advised Boris Johnson on partygate to front CMA appeal

Hiring Lord Pannick is a statement of intent.

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Activision hires Queen Elizabeth II's former lawyer to lead appeal over Xbox merger

Baron Pannick is taking on the CMA

Activision is making more money on PC than consoles for the first time, and the gap is widening

There's gold in these personalized computing hills, and Activision Blizzard is taking notice.

Warzone 2 Ranked release date confirmed – here's when you can play the competitive mode

Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming Warzone 2 Ranked mode

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This 'Windows 11 Mobile' concept offers a glimpse at what could have been

Windows 11 Mobile is sadly never to be, but that doesn't stop us from dreaming now, does it?

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Activision isn't sure how long the Overwatch League and CoD League will last, says efforts to address challenges 'may prove unsuccessful'

Activision said in a recent SEC filing that the Overwatch and Call of Duty Leagues continue to face 'headwinds.'

Xbox boss says the Activision deal got blocked over a cloud gaming market that "doesn't really exist yet"

"Activision Blizzard King is not our strategy, but it is an accelerant for our strategy"

The Guardian - UK

UK’s competition watchdog aims for leading global role

Ruling against Microsoft Activision merger looks like warning shot as CMA takes on task of regulating big tech after Brexit

'Warzone 2.0' Season 3 Reloaded Release Date and Time, Ranked Mode Details, and More Features

"Warzone 2.0' is getting its long-awaited ranked mode during its Season 3 Reloaded update. Here's what you need to know about Season 3 Reloaded.

Evening Standard

Watchdog was right to block Microsoft’s £55bn Activision takeover

City voices: The CMA hasn’t made many friends with this move, but it’s hard, thus far, to fault it

Activision will let you pay to make your Call of Duty guns sound like 2009

Activision is making a habit of bottling up Call of Duty nostalgia and selling it back to players.

The Conversation

Why post-Brexit Britain is still open for business – despite what Microsoft says

The UK’s ability to attract business has recently been called into question after its competition regulator blocked tech giant Microsoft from buying gaming firm Activision for US$68.7 billion (£55 billion).

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