Microsoft-Activision Deal: Judge Issues Temporary Restraining Order – The Hollywood Reporter

The restraining order gives more time for an antitrust review of the deal since it could close as early as Friday. A two day hearing on the commission's bid for an injunction is scheduled for June 22.

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Microsoft-Activision: FTC Appeals Court Loss – The Hollywood Reporter

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Microsoft Activision deal: Fate of record tech industry tie-up heads to judge as Microsoft defends $69 billion Activision deal - The Economic Times

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US judge temporarily blocks Microsoft acquisition of Activision

Temple City Tribune_6/15/2023 by Beacon Media News - Issuu

US asks appeals court to pause Microsoft deal after lower court refuses

Microsoft can move ahead with record $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, judge rules - CBS News