Will Microsoft block Activision Blizzard's $69 billion takeover?

The Federal Trade Commission said Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022, that it is suing to block Microsoft’s planned $69 billion takeover of video game company Activision Blizzard, saying it could suppress competitors to its Xbox game consoles and its growing games subscription business. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File) Jae C. Hong

Did Microsoft win FTC brawl over $69B Activision Blizzard merger?

"Microsoft Wins FTC Brawl Over $69B Activision Blizzard Deal as Merger Nears Close". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved July 15, 2023. ^ Batchelor, James (January 3, 2023). "Chile approves Microsoft Activision Blizzard merger". GamesIndustry.biz. Archived from the original on May 17, 2023. Retrieved May 17, 2023.

When does Activision Blizzard's merger deal expire?

The original deal contract was set to expire on July 18. After negotiations, the merger deal deadline has been extended in return for Microsoft agreeing to pay Activision Blizzard from $3 billion to $3.5 billion should the merger deal be terminated after Aug. 29, and $4.5 billion if canceled after Sept. 15.

Does China approve Microsoft acquisition of Activision Blizzard?

"China Approves Microsoft's Acquisition of Activision Blizzard". IGN. Archived from the original on May 21, 2023. Retrieved May 21, 2023. ^ "FTC clears Microsoft's $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard". koreajoongangdaily.joins.com. May 30, 2023. Archived from the original on May 30, 2023. Retrieved May 30, 2023.