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Why In the World Is the FTC Trying to Block Microsoft From Buying Call of Duty?

Antitrust regulators don't seem to understand how the video game industry works.

Reason

Election deniers get fresh cash from tech firms as they end bans

Some of the biggest technology and telecom companies jettisoned pledges made in the wake of the U.S. Capitol assault and gave money to reelect lawmakers who voted against certifying Joe Biden’s electoral victory, according to filings reviewed by Bloomberg News.

Tribune News Service

Pushing Buttons: Shouldn’t the ‘video game Oscars’ be about more than just hours of trailers?

In this week’s newsletter: Other than God of War star Christopher Judge’s heartfelt acceptance speech, the Game Awards felt symptomatic of something wrong with the industry

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Why 2022 was the year of the gaming handheld

Piggybacking off the success of the Nintendo Switch, Valve's Steam Deck, Panic's Playdate, Analogue's Pocket and more have breathed new vibrancy into handhelds like no time we've ever seen before.

Inverse

Microsoft says it offered FTC consent decree on 'Call of Duty'

Microsoft Corp. said that antitrust regulators shrugged off its offer to make "Call of Duty" available to gaming rivals — including Sony Group Corp. — as part of its $69 billion purchase of Activision Blizzard Inc.

Tribune News Service

The Best Growth ETFs to Buy

The best growth ETFs have historically beaten the market. Prudent investors will be mindful of elevated valuations and sector concentration risk.

Kiplinger

Xbox Series S price drops for the holiday – but here's how to bag an extra saving

On top of the Christmas reduction, you can save a little bit extra on the Xbox Series S if you pick it up at Currys

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3 Top Stocks to Buy When the Going Gets Tough

With the Fed expected to announce a 50-bps rate hike this week, concerns regarding target interest rates are set to keep markets on edge well into the next year. Hence, it could be wise to invest in Microsoft (MSFT), Sysco (SYY), and Cardinal Health (CAH), which are well-positioned to weather…

StockNews.com

The AI that might take your job, make your medical decisions and decide your bail

From ChatGPT to DALL-E, Dave Maclean reports on what’s possible now — and what AI is poised to do for us in the future

The Independent UK

Looking for a Deal? 2 Stocks to Buy for a Bargain Right Now

The Fed is expected to slow down its rate hike aggression amid positive inflation data expectations. Moreover, the U.S. consumer sentiment remains strong despite rampant macro headwinds. Amid the broader market sell-off, investor sentiment toward value stocks has improved significantly. Therefore, Investors looking for a good deal might buy quality…

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Best gaming hardware 2022: 12 incredible new gadgets for video game fans

No new consoles this year from Microsoft, Sony, or Nintendo, but 2022 did bless us with two terrific handhelds and some rock-solid gaming gear.

Inverse

Asian shares mostly higher ahead of Fed rate hike decision

Asian shares are mostly higher as the Federal Reserve and other central banks prepare for the year’s final barrage of interest rate hikes

The Independent UK

Digital technologies for biodiversity protection and climate action: Solution or COP out?

With biodiversity declining at unprecedented rates and less than a decade remaining to avert the worst effects of climate change, world leaders and policymakers are on the hunt for new and innovative solutions. In the halls and meeting rooms of global COP conferences, digital technologies have been heavily promoted to…

The Conversation

Microsoft the Best-Managed U.S. Company of 2022, Study Finds

The technology sector's grip on the top spots in the annual Management Top 250 ranking slipped this year.

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4 Large-Cap Stocks to Buy This December

With recession weighing heavily on investor sentiments, it could be wise to adopt a low-risk investment strategy, such as buying large-cap stocks that offer relatively stable returns regardless of economic conditions. To that end, Microsoft (MSFT), UnitedHealth Group (UNH), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSM), and Broadcom (AVGO) could be ideal…

The Guardian - UK

The lights are on so far, but letting gas supplies dwindle was a risky bet

Successive governments’ energy plans hinged on a delusion the market would always provide gas at reasonable prices

USA Today Sports Media Group

Xbox boss Phil Spencer claims PlayStation wants to ‘grow by making Xbox smaller’

According to Spencer, 'Sony is trying to protect their dominance on console'

The Times of India

Air India collaborates with Microsoft for improving productivity, cost savings

MUMBAI: Private carrier Air India on Monday said it has collaborated with Microsoft for improving productivity and cost savings.

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3 Stocks That Are Better Buys Than Bed Bath & Beyond This December

Home spending trends have remained robust this year despite uncertain macroeconomic conditions. However, Bed Bath & Beyond (BBBY) has been struggling with declining sales, and analysts are bearish on its near-term prospects. Given this backdrop, we think it could be wise to invest in quality home improvement stocks Lowe’s Companies…

Bangkok Post

Microsoft to buy 4% of London Stock Exchange Group on cloud deal

Microsoft Corp agreed to buy a 4% stake in London Stock Exchange Group Plc as part of a $2.8 billion cloud-computing deal that pushes big tech further into financial markets.

Windows Central

Office 2024 vs. Microsoft 365: Which should you buy?

The major difference between Office 2024 and Microsoft 365 is the upfront price and the benefits. Here’s all you need to know to decide which is the best for you.

Inverse

How ZeniMax QA workers launched the biggest union in video game history

Workers at Microsoft owned developer ZeniMax, known for games like Fallout and Elder Srolls, speak on the importance of unionization industry-wide.

Axios

2022 was tech's biggest year yet for labor unions and workplace organizing

But unions had their greatest wins on the industry's fringes, in Amazon warehouses, Apple stores and game studios..

The Guardian - UK

Microsoft to buy 4% stake in London Stock Exchange Group

US tech company signs 10-year strategic partnership with LSEG for data analytics and cloud technology

Evening Standard

How to set up a games console for a child

Keep your kids safe while they’re gaming with our guide to setting up a new Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo Switch

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