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Activision Shareholders Approve Xbox Deal, But Wall Street Has Doubts
Shareholders at Call of Duty and Overwatch 2 publisher Activision Blizzard voted overwhelmingly on Thursday to approve a $US69 ($96) billion sale to tech giant Microsoft. The deal gives golden parachutes to top execs at Activision, including embattled CEO Bobby Kotick. But despite gaming’s biggest acquisition ever moving one step closer to completion, the company’s…
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New Activision Blizzard Lawsuit Alleges Sexual Harassment, Retaliation Endured By Woman For Years
A new lawsuit against Call of Duty publisher Activision Blizzard by a current employee raises fresh allegations of sexual harassment at the publisher, this time focused on leaders in Blizzard’s IT department. According to the lawsuit, the current employee was repeatedly subjected to unwanted advances, touching, and inappropriate remarks. She says she was retaliated against…
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Parents Sue Call Of Duty Maker, Alleging Sexual Harassment Led To Daughter’s Suicide
Warning: This article deals with the topic of mental health, and has mentions of suicide and harrassment. It may be triggering for some. If you or someone you love is in need of support, Lifeline (13 11 14) is available 24/7, free of charge. Parents of an Activision Blizzard employee who died by suicide on a…
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Microsoft Started Activision Acquisition Talks Three Days After Bombshell Harassment Report
On November 16, 2021, a report was published that claimed Activision CEO Bobby Kotick was well aware of harassment happening within his company. It also alleged that he himself mistreated women, both inside and outside work. Now, new docs reveal that three days later, Xbox head Phil Spencer called Kotick and began talks that ultimately…