Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision to be “extensively” investigated in London and Brussels

The UK’s CMA has already shown its concern over this big deal a few days ago.

Even knowing the incredible amount Microsoft paid for Activision Blizzard, it was clear that there would be many hurdles before the deal was concluded. Now it seems that Redmonds serious difficulties when closing the deal because Brussels and England They will continue to thoroughly investigate the operation.

UK to launch second investigation after Microsoft fails to address concernsThe Financial Times media reveals: UK CMA to launch second investigation Upon Microsoft’s failure to provide any solution to the problems voiced in London. As disclosed by VGC, this additional research independent entity to evaluate the deal in more detail and in a timely manner. “This is a big deal, a tough deal. extensive investigation“, is what another source close to the operation pointed out.

The European Union will take time to investigate Microsoft’s acquisition from Activision BlizzardPeople familiar with the transaction tell the Financial Times that both regulators and others involved in the deal await a settlement. The long investigation of the European Union When Microsoft presented its case in Brussels. These regulators may take the time they deem necessary. to determine this deal harms the competition. The reasons for this are the size of the operation, the nature of the buyer (Microsoft) and the concern of the competition, in this case PlayStation.

A few days ago, PlayStation president Jim Ryan spoke publicly and revealed the remaining years of Call of Duty on their consoles. Phil Spencer wrote a letter to Jim Ryan about the future of COD games. long years on PlayStation. Also, a few weeks ago, Microsoft accused Sony of paying developers. block games from accessing Game Pass.