FTC expected to file injunction to block Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard
Microsoft's acquisition of Activsion Blizzard, but now it's reportedly taking steps to halt the deal before the July 18th deadline for the merger. Aclaims the FTC is poised to file for an injunction that would prevent the merger from closing as scheduled.the injunction will put the case in front of a federal judge sooner. In previous statements, Microsoft has downplayed the deal and claims that Activision Blizzard doesn't have"must have" games.
The lawsuit is going before the FTC's own administrative law judge in August. That official will make a decision that can appeal to the Commission for a vote. If the agency votes against the merger, Microsoft can appeal to a federal court to challenge the outcome.
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