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July 11, 2023 Xbox Wins FTC Ruling and Prime Day Begins
In a major victory for Microsoft, a federal judge has ruled in favor of the company, denying the FTC’s request for a preliminary injunction to block the $69 billion deal to acquire Activision Blizzard. The ruling means that the deal can now move forward, pending further review by the FTC.
The FTC had argued that the deal would give Microsoft too much power in the video game industry and that it would stifle competition. However, the judge found that the FTC had not presented enough evidence to support its claims.
Microsoft president Brad Smith said that the company was “grateful” to the court for its decision. “This is a great day for Microsoft and our gaming fans,” he said. “We are excited to welcome the talented people of Activision Blizzard to our family and to continue to create the best games for our players.”
The ruling is a major victory for Microsoft, and it is likely to have a significant impact on the video game industry. It remains to be seen whether the FTC will appeal the ruling, but for now, it appears that the deal to acquire Activision Blizzard is on track to close.
What to Watch for Next
The FTC has not yet said whether it will appeal the ruling. If it does, the case could go to the Supreme Court.
In the meantime, Microsoft and Activision Blizzard will need to continue to work on getting the deal approved by other regulators, such as the CMA in the UK.
It is also worth watching to see how the deal affects the video game industry. Will other publishers try to acquire their own major studios? Will Microsoft use its new size and power to make it more difficult for other publishers to compete?
Only time will tell what the long-term impact of the deal will be. But for now, it is a major victory for Microsoft and a significant development in the video game industry.
#Xbox #Gaming #PrimeDay
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July 07, 2023 Pokémon Joins Comic-Con, Diablo's New Season, and Twitter Reacts to Threads
Comic-Con Panel for Pokémon
[CBR]
The Pokémon Company is holding a panel at San Diego Comic-Con. The panel will focus on bringing the Japanese series to an international audience. It will be called “Pokémon: Bringing Iconic Animation to Global Audiences.”
A new trailer for Mortal Kombat 1 has been released, and it features a number of returning characters from the series. Some of the classic characters include Smoke and Rain. The trailer also shows off the game’s new graphics and gameplay mechanics.
[Blizzard]
Blizzard has announced the release date for the first season of Diablo 4, along with new details about the game’s quest line and other features. The first season will begin on July 20th, and will introduce new challenges and rewards for players to earn.
A new teaser trailer has been released for Suicide Squad Isekai, a new anime series based on the popular DC Comics franchise. This is an all-new original anime series collaboration with Warner Bros. Japan and WIT Studio. The trailer stars Harley and Joker while showing off some of the series’ action scenes, and teases the story of the series.
[Deadline]
Twitter CEO Linda Yaccarino recently spoke about Meta’s new social media platform called Threads. She and Elon have been pushing the narrative and Threads has copied Twitter and even threatened a lawsuit. Yaccarino also discussed the company’s relationship with Elon Musk, and the role that Twitter plays in shaping public discourse.
Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer Adds a Host of Returning Characters to Its RosterDiablo 4 Season 1 Release Date Revealed Along With Fresh Details on Quest Line and MoreSuicide Squad Isekai Official Announcement Teaser TrailerTwitter CEO Linda Yaccarino Talks Instagram Rival Threads, Elon Musk
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July 05, 2023 Doctor Strange, Agatha, PS5 Slim, and Threads
Benedict Cumberbatch hints at Doctor Strange’s Marvel return in new MCU movie “Next Year” – DeadlineBenedict Cumberbatch, who plays Doctor Strange in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has hinted at his return in 2024. Writer Michael Waldron teased a little bit about Strange’s future in an interview with Gizmodo by saying, “We knew that we wanted to introduce Clea. She’s Strange’s great love in the comics and it felt to me like Strange wasn’t at the point at the start of our movie where he was ready to meet the love of his life. It felt like we had to close the loop with he and Christine Palmer.”[1]Agatha: Coven of Chaos star confirms the spinoff is WandaVision Season 2 – CBRDebra Jo Rupp from “WandaVision,” has confirmed that the upcoming spinoff “Agatha: Coven of Chaos” is actually “WandaVision” Season 2. “It’s the second season of Wandavision for Marvel. It’s very much like American Horror Story, where each season is a whole new kind of a thing.” Rupp explains. “I was shocked when they called me, because I really thought that would be it, and I was fine with that. But when they called, I got so excited because it’s a character I never get to play. She’s gonna be great fun.”[2]Microsoft Legal Document Alleges PS5 Slim Is Launching Soon – Game RantAccording to a legal document submitted by Microsoft in its ongoing legal battle with the Federal Trade Commission, an all-new version of the PlayStation 5 may be imminent. The document states that “Sony is planning to launch a PS5 Slim later this year,” which could be a more affordable and compact version of the console. However, Sony has not yet confirmed the existence of a PS5 Slim. {4}#marvel #Threads #drstrange
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July 04, 2023What You Should Be Watching This July
As the days grow longer and the summer heat intensifies, there’s nothing better than binge-watching an addictive TV series. And lucky for you, we’ve handpicked a selection of the hottest and most anticipated releases. So, grab your popcorn, find a cozy spot on the couch, and get ready to dive in!
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Harley Quinn Season 4 – July 27

Gotham Knights – July 28 (Originally CW)

Superman & Lois Season 3- July 28 (Originally CW)
Good Omens Season 2 – July 28
The Witcher Season 3 Volume 2 – July 27
Let us know what you’re excited to watch this July!
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July 03, 2023 Steam Mods Blocking AI-Generated Artwork, Indiana Jones Box Office Struggles, Niantic Restructure, Greta Gerwig to Direct Narnia Films, and More
Some Steam mods are blocking games that use AI-generated artwork, flagging them as "fake" and "low-quality," which could lead to games being removed from the platform.
Daedalic Entertainment, the developer behind "The Lord of the Rings: Gollum," has reportedly laid off staff following the game's performance, and a new Lord of the Rings game has been paused as the studio reevaluates its plans .
"Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" has opened to lackluster box office performance, grossing $60 million domestically in its opening weekend .
Niantic, the developer behind "Pokemon Go," has announced a restructuring that will result in over 200 layoffs and the cancellation of a Marvel game .
Greta Gerwig has signed on to write and direct two "Narnia" movies for Netflix .
The remastered version of "Ark: Survival Evolved" has been delayed to October .
HBO's "Insecure" has launched on Netflix, with other HBO shows such as "True Blood" and "Six Feet Under" set to arrive on the platform in the coming months .
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June 28, 2023 Xbox Wanted to Buy Sega and Starfield Has Physical Edition
Internal emails have revealed that Microsoft once considered acquiring Sega and Bungie. The emails, which were sent by Xbox chief Phil Spencer to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, show that Spencer was interested in both companies for their respective strengths in the gaming industry.
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June 27, 2023 We Have our New Superman and Lois
James Gunn has cast David Corenswet as Superman/Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane in the upcoming film "Superman: Legacy." The movie will be the first in a new DC universe under Gunn and his DC Studios co-boss, Peter Safran. Corenswet and Brosnahan were chosen after a competitive casting process that included screen tests with Nicholas Hoult, Tom Brittney, Emma Mackey, and Phoebe Dynevor.
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June 27, 2023 The Witcher Casting Change and Chadwick Joins the Walk of Fame
Chadwick Boseman, the actor who played Black Panther in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, will receive a posthumous star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The executive producers of Netflix's The Witcher have teased a "meta" transition to Liam Hemsworth's Geralt after Henry Cavill left the show.
#TheWitcher #Marvel #ChadwickBoseman
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June 26, 2023 Big Death in Secret Invasion Confirmed
As a spy story involving the shape-shifting Skrulls, Secret Invasion always presented itself as a twisty adventure in which nothing is what it seems. So while some people were certainly shocked when the first episode of the series ended with the death of Maria Hill, others assumed that the scene would echo CIA Agent Everett K. Ross’s death during the cold open. She would be revealed to be a Skrull and the real Maria Hill would return, probably to save Nick Fury in an exciting set piece.
But the real Maria Hill has arrived to disabuse us of those hopes. Speaking with Vanity Fair, Hill’s actor Cobie Smulders weighed in on her character’s fate with some disappointing news for anyone writing the above headcanon.
“Maria Hill’s passing is very real, and it’s shocking, and it feels very human,” Smulders explained.
That last word carries particular weight, given the possibility of Skrulls masquerading throughout the story. But for Smulders, the human aspect presented a unique challenge for her as an actor. “It was a sad day,” she admits, while also acknowledging the opportunity to stretch some new performance muscles. “I don’t think I’ve ever died on camera,” she enthused. “I got a real death scene!”
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June 24, 2023 Xbox and the FTC | New Details on the Xbox Business
Hey all! Microsoft executive Phil Spencer admitted that the company has lost the console war to Sony and Nintendo. Spencer said that Microsoft made some mistakes early on in the console wars, such as launching the Xbox One with a number of controversial features. He also said that Microsoft has been unable to compete with Sony and Nintendo's strong first-party games.
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