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U.S. federal Judge Corley finally rules on Microsoft's Xbox-ABK deal: Microsoft WINS

The past couple of weeks have seen the FTC and Xbox come to blows in federal court, over the FTC's desire to delay Microsoft's merger with Activision Blizzard. The decision is finally here.

Windows Central

The first thing to decide on when decorating a small bedroom? These 6 elements say interior designers

Not sure where to start on decorating a small bedroom? You can follow our expert tips for what to begin with depending on your space and needs

Homes & Gardens

Top 10 Women's World Cup breakout stars to look out for including England star

The summer's showpiece tournament promises to whip up plenty of excitement with squads boasting a number of stars hoping to make their mark on the big stage

Daily Mirror

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Brad Smith wants Microsoft to help world governments with AI regulations

There's a rising concern over the impact of generative AI on humanity, but Microsoft's President, Brad Smith, believes it can be controlled with the right security measures.

Windows Central

The atom bomb or the airliner? A.I. regulation may hinge on which analogy wins

Microsoft president Brad Smith trials airliners and autos in his bid to shape A.I. regulation in Europe and beyond.

Fortune

Blair warns leaders to ‘get to grips’ with AI as ‘it will change everything’

The former Prime Minister said the new technology would affect everything from business to how public sector services were run.

The Independent UK

Court emails reveal Bethesda's confusion at Microsoft's special treatment for COD while Starfield goes Xbox-exclusive: 'What's the difference?'

Bethesda execs weren't clear why its owner's approach to Activision was the complete reverse of its policy for Starfield and The Elder Scrolls 6.

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Here's where the Microsoft-Activision deal stands around the world

With a handy map!

PC Gamer

West Virginia cash-for-worker program adds 5th destination

A program offering cash and free outdoor adventures to remote workers to move to West Virginia with the hope of offsetting population losses has added a fifth destination where out-of-state workers can apply to live

The Independent UK

The UK’s future Call of Duty access to be determined by Microsoft CEO’s chancellor meeting

The meeting follows the CMA's recent decision to block Microsoft's intended $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard

Daily Mirror

Energy company’s NSW cash for gas appliances promotion labelled ‘backward step’ for climate

Green groups criticise Jemena for offering incentive to switch from electricity amid policies in Victoria and NSW aimed at winding back gas use

The Guardian - AU

When AI poses an existential risk to your law license

Episode 459 of the Cyberlaw Podcast

Reason

How To Restrain the A.I. Regulators

A more flexible model of oversight avoids hyper-cautious top-down regulation and enables swifter access to the substantial benefits of safe A.I.

Reason

Don't hold your breath for global AI rules

Countries rarely agree to place limits on a technology until after something terrible has happened.

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Fortune

Microsoft joins calls for a new A.I. regulator

The company is also pushing for licensing and "know your customer" rules. But critics are wary of "regulatory capture."

PC Gamer

Microsoft president clarifies EU cloud agreement, popular games will be 'automatically' licensed to competitors and 'this will apply globally'

This is what got the Activision Blizzard deal over the line with EU regulators.

GamesRadar

The EU will require Microsoft to bring Activision games to its cloud competitors if the buyout is successful

The European Commission has approved Microsoft's Activision deal, but there are conditions

Evening Standard

Why the CMA was right to stand up to Microsoft’s bluster

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

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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

The Guardian - UK

Pushing Buttons: Why the Microsoft-Activision Blizzard merger is a fight over the future of games

In this week’s newsletter: A UK regulator blocked a $70bn acquisition last week not because of any threat now, but over worries about a future monopoly

Windows Central

Microsoft News Roundup: Farewell Activision Blizzard deal, goodbye Windows 10, and so long Microsoft-branded accessories

The UK CMA blocked Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard this week. We also saw Microsoft discontinue some of its accessories and a wide range of other stories.

Homes & Gardens

Painted patio ideas – 11 colorful and creative ways to update your outdoor living space

From the paving to the walls, give your patio a makeover with these inspirational and budget-friendly looks

GamesRadar

UK government says Microsoft's pushback against its Activision block is "not borne out by the facts"

Microsoft president Brad Smith said the block was "bad for Britain"

PC Gamer

As the CMA recriminations rumble on, Microsoft signs yet another ten-year deal with a cloud platform you've never heard of

Well, I wasn't Nware of them.

France 24

No more Mr Nice Guy: Microsoft boss rages after Activision merger blocked in UK

Long a diplomatic and friendly face with regards to regulation, Microsoft Vice Chairman Brad Smith was furious this week after the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) moved to block the tech giant's acquisition of gaming company Activision Blizzard.

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