
Understanding Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard
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What Activision Blizzard's acquisition by Microsoft means for its pending lawsuits, gamers
Microsoft announced plans Tuesday to buy Activision Blizzard — a huge leader in game development — in a deal valued at $75 billion. But the acquisition comes with significant issues. There have been numerous allegations of sexual misconduct in the Activision workplace. Geoff Bennett looks at those concerns and others behind the deal.
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Understanding Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard
Clip: 1/18/2022 | 5m 36sVideo has Closed Captions
Microsoft announced plans Tuesday to buy Activision Blizzard — a huge leader in game development — in a deal valued at $75 billion. But the acquisition comes with significant issues. There have been numerous allegations of sexual misconduct in the Activision workplace. Geoff Bennett looks at those concerns and others behind the deal.
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