Microsoft CEO Has 'No Love' For Console Exclusives, Blames Sony; District Judge Says 'It's Hard' To Decide On Activision Tie-Up
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has criticized Sony for the existence of console exclusives, stating he would prefer to eliminate them. This statement contradicts Microsoft's recent actions, as their acquisitions have resulted in several games becoming console exclusives. The FTC hearing against Microsoft has focused on the company's decision to make all ZeniMax games exclusive to Xbox, which is seen as 'powerful evidence' against the proposed $68.7-billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
June 30, 2023 | 6:08 pm
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has criticized Sony for the existence of console exclusives.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has criticized Sony for the existence of console exclusives. This could potentially lead to a change in the gaming industry's approach to exclusives, but it's unclear how this will directly impact Sony's stock in the short term.
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IMPORTANCE 60
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The FTC hearing against Microsoft could impact the proposed $68.7-billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
The FTC hearing against Microsoft is focusing on the company's decision to make all ZeniMax games exclusive to Xbox, which is seen as 'powerful evidence' against the proposed $68.7-billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. This could potentially lead to a negative impact on Activision Blizzard's stock.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100
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Microsoft's decision to make ZeniMax games exclusive to Xbox could impact the proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
The FTC hearing against Microsoft is focusing on the company's decision to make all ZeniMax games exclusive to Xbox, which is seen as 'powerful evidence' against the proposed $68.7-billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. This could potentially lead to a negative impact on Microsoft's stock.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 100