US Consumer Protection Watchdog Appeals Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard Acquisition, Citing Concerns of Unfair Advantage and Impact on Gamers

…By Henry George for TDPel Media.

The $69 billion deal has faced scrutiny from regulators in both the US and the UK due to concerns about Microsoft gaining an unfair market advantage and its impact on gamers. This acquisition would be one of the largest ever in the technology industry.

Microsoft expressed disappointment with the FTC’s pursuit of what it sees as a weak case and vowed to oppose any further attempts to delay the acquisition.

She stated that the facts surrounding the case have not changed and expressed anticipation for the opportunity to present their case in court once again.

Consequently, the upcoming legal battle scheduled in the UK has been put on hold.