Tech & Science Daily podcast: Microsoft hits out after UK Activision Blizzard block

Microsoft hits out after UK Activision Blizzard block
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Microsoft has hit out at the UK regulator for blocking its takeover of US video game company Activision Blizzard - saying the EU is better for firms.

The proposed $68.7 billion deal would see Microsoft get hold of hugely popular titles such as Call of Duty, Candy Crush, and World of Warcraft.

But on Wednesday, the Competition and Markets Authority, said it was concerned the deal would hit innovation and give gamers less choice in the fast-growing cloud gaming market.

‘Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’ first reactions are here.

Most of the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive although some have complained about the controls being tricky.

Changes to donor anonymity law mean that thousands born by donor eggs or sperm are set to find out their biological origins in the coming years.

Data from the UK fertility regulator show that by 2030, over 11,000 young people will be able to request identifying information about their donor.

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