Microsoft's cloud licensing practices draw fresh UK scrutiny:
Competition watchdog keen to act as it points to AI tools reshaping competition
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Key FactsMicrosoft Finalizes $69bn Activision Blizzard Acquisition
Oct 13, 2023 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theguardian.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theguardian.com
- Microsoft completed its $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard following clearance by the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority.
- Initial concerns about Microsoft dominating cloud gaming were resolved through concessions involving Ubisoft’s access to cloud rights.
- A 15-year agreement prevents exclusivity on Microsoft’s cloud platform and allows Ubisoft to offer Activision games on various operating systems.
- Despite ongoing opposition from US regulators, the deal has been authorized and finalized in the UK and Europe.
As cloud gaming grows, this intervention will ensure people get more competitive prices, better services and more choice.— Sarah Cardell, CMA chief executive, commenting on the CMA's decision to clear the deal
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