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The FTC’s Stand Against Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard Acquisition

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Unpack the FTC’s concerns about competition, consumer choice, and market monopolization in the video game industry. As the landscape of the video gaming industry teeters on the brink of a major shift, the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has emerged as a strong advocate for competition and consumer choice. Yesterday, in a federal court, the FTC presented its case for a preliminary injunction against Microsoft’s planned acquisition of video game giant Activision Blizzard.

Arguing that the proposed merger could hamper competition and constrict consumer options, FTC lawyer James Weingarten presented an incisive case. The union of Microsoft and Activision Blizzard, according to the FTC, could have far-reaching implications for console gaming, subscription services, and cloud-based gaming solutions.

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In essence, the FTC is seeking a legal mandate to prevent the closure of the colossal $69 billion merger between Microsoft and Activision Blizzard. This injunction would remain in place until the FTC’s internal court could ascertain whether the merger would indeed hurt competition within the video gaming industry.

The heart of the FTC’s argument is the fear that the acquisition could grant exclusive access to Activision’s games for Microsoft’s Xbox gaming console, potentially sidelining competitors such as Nintendo and Sony Group Corp’s PlayStation.

Microsoft lawyer Beth Wilkinson countered these arguments, asserting that the company’s strategic vision involves making Activision games widely accessible across various platforms. Wilkinson also warned of the implications of a protracted legal dispute, predicting that a three-year administrative proceeding could be the death knell for the deal.

Scheduled to testify today are industry stalwarts like Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer, Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan, and others. The proceedings form part of an ongoing global legal challenge that Microsoft and Activision are navigating to secure the deal’s finalization.

Despite gaining approval from the European Union in May, the proposed merger was thwarted by British competition authorities in April. The FTC has echoed these concerns, emphasizing that the merger could grant Microsoft undue control over Activision’s content, thereby diminishing competition.

Meanwhile, Microsoft maintains that the acquisition would be a boon for gamers and game companies alike. In a bid to alleviate regulatory concerns, Microsoft has proposed signing a legally binding consent decree with the FTC, guaranteeing the provision of Call of Duty games to rival platforms for the next decade. The hearing, scheduled to continue until June 29, will see further testimonies from key industry figures, including Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Activision CEO Bobby Kotick.

This report is based on a news article published by Malay Mail.

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