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Microsoft's $69 bn gaming acquisition will bolster its Metaverse plans
In the biggest deal ever in the world of gaming, Microsoft has announced to acquire Activision Blizzard, the maker of popular games like Call of Duty (CoD) and Warcraft.
When the transaction closes, Microsoft will become the world's third-largest gaming company by revenue, behind Tencent and Sony.
McAfee Enterprise and FireEye to be called Trellix post-merger
Private equity firm Symphony Technology Group (STG) had completed the merger of cybersecurity solutions providers McAfee Enterprise and FireEye in October last year.
FoodTech platform Pluckk raises $5 mn seed capital from Exponentia Ventures
Pluckk aims to build India's first digital commerce business to serve the growing demand for lifestyle-oriented fresh produce. The company's proposition is centered on global food trends ranging from vegan, carb alternatives, gut health, immunity to plant-forward eating to prevent diabetes and mental health.
Apple may launch 'iPhone SE+ 5G' in 2023
According to display industry consultant Ross Young, there is also a possibility that the screen may be an OLED one instead of LCD -- if display costs come down sufficiently by then, reports Apple Inside.
Microsoft Xbox Game Pass reaches 25mn subscribers
The service was launched in 2017 with more than 100 Xbox games for $9.99 per month, though a separate PC-only sub is available for $4.99. One can get a bundle with both, plus Xbox Live Gold, for $14.99.
Microsoft acquires 'Call of Duty' maker Activision Blizzard for $69 bn
When the transaction closes, Microsoft will become the world's third-largest gaming company by revenue, behind Tencent and Sony. The planned acquisition includes iconic franchises from the Activision, Blizzard and King studios like "Warcraft," "Diablo," "Overwatch," "Call of Duty" and "Candy Crush," in addition to global eSports activities through Major League Gaming. The company has studios around the word with nearly 10,000 employees.
China leads in hosting DDoS cyber attack weapons: Report
The number of total botnet agents was almost halved in the first half of 2021, with China hosting 44 per cent of the total number of drones available worldwide, according to the report by US-based tech firm A10 Networks.
Amazon not to ban Visa credit cards in UK over 'interchange' fees
The e-commerce giant told customers in an email that it was "working closely on a potential solution that will enable customers to continue using their Visa credit cards on Amazon.co.uk."
Samsung's next tablet lineup may offer a 14.6-inch 'Ultra' model with a notch
As per the WinFuture, the flagship Ultra model could sport a 14.6-inch Super AMOLED screen with a resolution of 2960 x 1848 px, a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz, and as a notch with two 12MP cameras.
Meta appoints e-com director for India market
Apparao's appointment comes on the back of a series of senior leadership recruitments in the past two years, and many in the recent months, across policy, partnerships, and other key verticals, demonstrating the company's expanding charter and commitment to India.
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