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Blizzard dev claims he was fired for writing loot goblin that made fun of corporate greed

Some things are beyond parody.

Activision CEO insists "we did not have a systemic issue with harassment" despite years of employee allegations

Activision CEO insists "we did not have a systemic issue with harassment" despite years of employee allegations

Bobby Kotick says he wouldn't be CEO anymore "if those things were truthful"

Activision Blizzard CEO audaciously claims that sexism and harassment problems were made up by an 'aggressive labor movement' trying to 'destabilize the company'

Activision Blizzard CEO audaciously claims that sexism and harassment problems were made up by an 'aggressive labor movement' trying to 'destabilize the company'

Bobby Kotick said in a new interview that there was never any "systemic issue with harassment" at his company.

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From Sony to EA, gaming's major players are getting into AI

Take-Two's CEO is notably doubtful of AI's ability to produce hit games

The CMA's handling of the Xbox-ABK deal is creating a political headache for the UK government

The strange logic of the UK's regulatory body known as the CMA is creating a political headache for the UK government, whose pledges on deregulation now look comical.

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Bobby Kotick's AI comments perfectly sum up the thoughtlessness behind the large-language model gold rush

One of the big problems with the tech industry's current obsession over large language models (commonly referred to under the umbrella term "AI"), is separating out the genuine potential applications and implications of this technology, from the marketing hype, misunderstanding, and outright lies proffered by industry leaders and blue-tick grifters…

Activision boss labels U.K. blocking of $69 billion Microsoft deal ‘irrational.’ ‘It makes no sense’

His criticism came after Microsoft’s Brad Smith said the blocking of the acquisition had shaken the tech giant’s confidence in Britain.

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Microsoft: Block on the Activision-Xbox deal is the firm's "darkest day" in the UK (Update)

Microsoft: Block on the Activision-Xbox deal is the firm's "darkest day" in the UK (Update)

Despite claiming to have reduced their concerns, the UK regulator sensationally blocked Microsoft's $69 billion dollar acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Microsoft President Brad Smith isn't very happy.

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Microsoft’s $69 billion Activision takeover is on life-support after regulators say no

Microsoft’s $69 billion Activision takeover is on life-support after regulators say no

The companies now face a challenging appeal process in the U.K.

Microsoft hits out at UK regulator's 'flawed understanding' of game industry as multi-billion dollar Activision merger blocked

Microsoft hits out at UK regulator's 'flawed understanding' of game industry as multi-billion dollar Activision merger blocked

The UK's competition authority refuses to allow Microsoft's multi-billion-dollar acquisition of Activision, ruling such market dominance would suppress innovation in new technologies like cloud gaming.

Xbox's Activision Blizzard deal has been blocked by the UK, Microsoft to appeal

Xbox's Activision Blizzard deal has been blocked by the UK, Microsoft to appeal

Microsoft's bid to acquire Activision Blizzard has fallen at the final hurdle, with the CMA in the United Kingdom blocking the deal.

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Bobby Kotick says Sony's being a baby about Microsoft deal: 'They would just like to prevent our merger from happening'

Bobby Kotick says Sony's being a baby about Microsoft deal: 'They would just like to prevent our merger from happening'

Activision Blizzard's CEO is feeling bullish about the merger going through.

The Chinese versions of Blizzard's games may have been shut down over a big misunderstanding

The Chinese versions of Blizzard's games may have been shut down over a big misunderstanding

A New York Times report says the bad blood came to a boil over a perceived threat during a licensing negotiation.

Activision CEO says he won't allow Sony's "disappointing" behavior to "affect our long term relationship"

Activision CEO says he won't allow Sony's "disappointing" behavior to "affect our long term relationship"

Bobby Kotick says he's "confident" Activision will be bought out by Microsoft in the end

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Sony set on 'sabotaging' Microsoft's Activision buyout alleges Bobby Kotick

The Activision CEO said Sony is being uncooperative in discussions.

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Microsoft says the FTC’s Xbox lawsuit violates the U.S. Constitution

Microsoft issued its response to the FTC’s lawsuit against the Activision Blizzard deal and called the Commission’s actions unconstitutional

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FTC votes to file suit to block Microsoft’s $69 Billion Activision deal

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is seeking to block Microsoft Corp.’s $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard Inc., saying the tie-up between the Xbox maker and popular gaming publisher would harm competition.

Activision Blizzard Q3 Earnings: Revenue And EPS Beat, Call Of Duty Sales Record, Microsoft Acquisition Update And More

Video game company Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI) reported third-quarter results after the market close Monday.

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Microsoft-Activision deal just hit a major snag — thanks to Call of Duty

A UK agency has voiced concerns about Microsoft’s deal to acquire Activision Blizzard, and has recommended a more thorough investigation.

Blizzard Entertainment Acquires This Boston-Based Studio For Undisclosed Terms

Activision Blizzard, Inc's (NASDAQ:ATVI) Blizzard Entertainment closed the acquisition of the Boston-based studio Proletariat. The financial terms of the transaction remain undisclosed. The acquisition will help better serve players in the multiplayer online role-playing game World of Warcraft. "Over the next two years, we plan to hire hundreds of the best developers to…

Activision Blizzard's Independent Board Gives Its Officers Clean Chit Against Denial Of Harassment Claims

Activision Blizzard, Inc's (NASDAQ:ATVI) Workplace Responsibility Committee of independent directors dismissed allegations of rebuttal of gender harassment claims by senior officials as alleged by different media reports. The gaming giant acknowledged some substantiated instances of gender harassment. However, it denied awareness and tolerance of harassment by the officials. Also Read: Activision Blizzard Registers 22% Revenue…

Sheryl Sandberg’s Wedding Expenses Are the Least of Facebook’s Sheryl Sandberg Problems

The company also faces antitrust scrutiny, questions about potential abuses of power, and an advertising business under attack from competitors and regulators.

Activision Blizzard Chief Takes Positive Step Towards Union Taking Cues From Microsoft, Amazon

Activision Blizzard, Inc (NASDAQ:ATVI) CEO Bobby Kotick shared plans to negotiate with the Communications Workers of America over a collective bargaining agreement for employees at its subsidiary Raven Software. Kotick looked to meet CWA leaders at the bargaining table and work toward an agreement. Activision Blizzard faced charges of union-busting and illegally retaliating…

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Activision Blizzard officially recognises Raven Software QA union, begins negotiations

After months of unionization efforts from Raven Software, including a strike, Activision Blizzard has officially recognized their union.

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SOC Investment Group urge Activision Blizzard shareholders to vote against re-election of Bobby Kotick

SOC Investment Group say that the ATVI board is either "guilty of staggering incompetence" or Bobby Kotick has commited a "fireable offense."

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