anti-trust

Microsoft Activision Deal Blocked by Lina Khan

News Analysis: FTC's Lina Khan Blocks $69 Billion Microsoft - Activision Acquisition

Microsoft Faces Its Biggest Challenge Despite Its "Social" Standing Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella’s and Vice Chair and President Brad Smith face their toughest challenge. There was always that belief that so long Microsoft acted like a“good citizen” on social issues they would be immune to anti-trust. That myth has been burst. The FTC has filed a lawsuit and a judge must decide if the case is strong enough to block the $69B deal. The FTC fears Microsoft will not provide titles for other platforms. Other headwinds include 16 countries that will have to approve the mega deal. China will probably block the deal to protect TenCent's position. Tencent also owns 5% of Activision.
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Department of Justice

News Analysis: Inside The Proposed Digital Giant Anti-Trust Bills

On Friday, June 11th, US lawmakers unveiled a series of five bills designed to limit the influence and power of the digital giants.  After years of lengthy investigation by the House Judiciary subcommittee on antitrust, these bills targeted Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Google, and any future company

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Tuesday's Tip: Dealing With Vendor Threats For "All Or Nothing" Maintenance Agreements

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Monday's Musings: Why Users Must Preserve Their Third Party Maintenance Rights

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News Analysis: Rimini Street Launches Third Party Maintenance for SAP

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Tuesday's Tip: Software Licensing and Pricing - Do Not Give Away Your Third Party Maintenance And Access Rights

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