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“Microsoft is one of three large companies, together with Sony and Nintendo, that have led the market for gaming consoles for the past 20 years with limited entries from new rivals,” the CMA said. “Activision Blizzard has some of the world’s best-selling and most recognizable gaming franchises, such as Call of Duty and World of Warcraft. The CMA is concerned that if Microsoft buys Activision Blizzard it could harm rivals, including recent and future entrants into gaming, by refusing them access to Activision Blizzard games or providing access on much worse terms.”
The CMA said these “concerns warrant an in-depth Phase 2 investigation,” so Microsoft and Activision Blizzard have been ordered “to submit proposals to address the CMA’s concerns” within five working days. “If suitable proposals are not submitted, the deal will be referred for a Phase 2 investigation,” which would “allow an independent panel of experts to probe in more depth the risks identified at Phase 1,” the CMA said. Besides Microsoft’s Xbox console, the CMA noted Microsoft’s Azure cloud computing platform and the Windows operating system. “The CMA is concerned that Microsoft could leverage Activision Blizzard’s games together with Microsoft’s strength across console, cloud, and PC operating systems to damage competition in the nascent market for cloud gaming services,” the announcement said. “A Phase 2 investigation (PDF) can result in a merger being prohibited or a requirement to sell some parts of the business,” notes Ars. “A Phase 2 investigation is typically limited to 24 weeks but can be extended by up to eight weeks.”
“After a final report, ‘the CMA has a statutory deadline of 12 weeks (extendable by up to six weeks for special reasons) to make an order or accept undertakings to give effect to its Phase 2 remedies.'”
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I’m an etiquette expert – Five dating rules to help you make the best first impression with a potential partner
AN etiquette expert has revealed five tips to help you make a great first impression on a first date.
TikToker Oldsouletiquette said her rules can make you shine in front of a potential partner.
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TikToker Oldsouletiquette said her rules can make you shine in front of a potential partner[/caption]
For her first tip, the etiquette coach advised future lovers to always arrive on time.
“This is a simple way to make a great first impression,” she explained.
Next, she said dress to impress and make sure you plan your outfits based on what you’ll be doing.
“Keep in mind the venue and the activity you’ll be doing,” she said.
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For her third tip, she suggested that you put your phone away so you can fully engage with the other person.
“Having your phone out can potentially translate as lack of interest,” Oldsouletiquette said.
She also advised giving the person your utmost attention even if you don’t feel that spark.
“Make sure you’re still engaging in a balanced conversation so you feel valued and heard,” the expert said.
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“Of course under the assumption that you’re safe in the situation and just not feeling connected.”
Finally, she said don’t let the engaging conversation distract you from maintaining your table manners.
This comes as another etiquette expert revealed five tacky things you should never do at the dining table.
The elegance coach who runs the @zeeliciousfoods TikTok account has a lot to say on the matter.
She posted a video with some advice others can follow before their next trip to a restaurant.
She says: “An elegant person at the table is mindful of what they do, especially in the company of others.
“Some things are an absolute no-go in public because of how extremely tacky they are.
“Go to the bathroom and take care of your business there… in private.”
The first thing she says to avoid is cleaning your nose with your fingers.
Next, she says to avoid cleaning your ears with your fingers.
She also advises against cleaning your mouth with your tongue at the table.
Also on the tacky list is picking your teeth with your tongue if you have food stuck there.
Gargling your drink at the table is the final mistake she says to avoid.
All in all, any cleaning activities should be saved for a bathroom trip whether it’s the ears, nose, or mouth.
Several people have responded in her comment section about her dinner table etiquette teachings.
One person wrote: “I love your videos. They teach lots of manners. Thanks so much.”
“My sister, teach us! We don’t have manners at all,” another person jokingly added.
A third person wrote: “Sure. [Be] very mindful of everything.”