Microsoft to Buy Activision Blizzard… and Its Troubles

WSJ Tech News Briefing

19-01-2022 • 13 mins

Microsoft said it plans to acquire Activision Blizzard, the publisher of games such as World of Warcraft and Candy Crush. Since last year, Activision has been rocked by accusations that its workplace culture led to gender discrimination and sexual harassment. WSJ tech reporter Sarah Needleman joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss why Microsoft is interested in Activision and what the deal could mean for consolidation and cultural issues in the gaming industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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