FTC appeal denied while the UK gives Microsoft more time to close Activision Blizzard deal

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has been denied its appeal of a federal judge's ruling that allows Microsoft to acquire Activision Blizzard.This is a major victory for Microsoft, bringing the company one step closer to becoming a gaming giant.The FTC filed its appeal yesterday, hoping to stop the deal from closing by its deadline, July 18. Read more