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FTC Seeks to Reverse Court’s Approval of Microsoft’s Activision Acquisition
Acquisitions // December 06, 2023

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly continuing its legal battle to challenge Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, the maker of popular video game franchise “Call of Duty.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Microsoft Prepares to Launch Mobile Gaming Store
Mobile Commerce // November 30, 2023

Microsoft is in talks with partners to launch a mobile gaming store that would compete with those of Apple and Google. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Microsoft Preps Games Store to Take on Apple and Google
Regulation // March 20, 2023

Microsoft will launch a games store for iPhone and Android devices in a bid to take on Apple and Google. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

FTC Aims to Block $69B Microsoft-Activision Blizzard Deal
ANTITRUST // December 08, 2022

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is moving to block Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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Microsoft’s $69B Activision Blizzard Buy Begs the Question: Is the Metaverse Gaming, Commerce or Escapism?

January 18, 2022
If you thought Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg renaming the social media giant Meta and calling the metaverse its future was big, how about Microsoft shelling out almost $68.7 billion for gaming giant Activision Blizzard? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — […]

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Italian Competition Authority Investigates Activision Blizzard’s Promotions and Parental Controls

January 16, 2026
The Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) launched two investigations into the Microsoft-owned gaming company Activision Blizzard, alleging that it engaged in “misleading and aggressive practices.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS […]

FTC Seeks to Reverse Court’s Approval of Microsoft’s Activision Acquisition

December 06, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly continuing its legal battle to challenge Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, the maker of popular video game franchise “Call of Duty.” Get the...

Microsoft Prepares to Launch Mobile Gaming Store

November 30, 2023
Microsoft is in talks with partners to launch a mobile gaming store that would compete with those of Apple and Google. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Microsoft Preps Games Store to Take on Apple and Google

March 20, 2023
Microsoft will launch a games store for iPhone and Android devices in a bid to take on Apple and Google. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...