US FTC Argues Microsoft’s Deal to Acquire Activision Should Be Temporarily Blocked

[ad_1] The US Federal Trade Commission on Thursday argued in federal court for a preliminary injunction to temporarily block Microsoft’s acquisition of videogame maker Activision Blizzard. “If this deal is completed, the combined company… is likely to have the ability, an incentive, to harm competition in various markets related to consoles, subscription services, and the … Read more

US FTC Says Amazon Ring Violated Customer Privacy, Announces $5.8-Million Settlement

[ad_1] A former employee of Amazon’s Ring doorbell camera unit spied for months on female customers in 2017 with cameras placed in bedrooms and bathrooms, the Federal Trade Commission said in a court filing on Wednesday when it announced a $5.8 million (roughly Rs. 47 crore) settlement with the company over privacy violations. Amazon also … Read more