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'Call of Duty' gamers sue Activision for monopolizing leagues, tournaments
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Video game maker Activision Blizzard is facing a lawsuit alleging that it unlawfully monopolizes the market for its popular franchise, Call of Duty. The lawsuit, filed by professional gamers Hector Rodriguez and Seth Abner, claims that Activision restricts competition for organized gaming events and leagues related to Call of Duty. Activision denies the accusations and plans to vigorously defend itself. The company previously settled a lawsuit with the US Justice Department regarding wage suppression in professional esports leagues. The case is ongoing.
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Call of Duty League team owner suing Activision Blizzard for $680 million
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
Hector "H3CZ" Rodriguez, CEO of OpTic Gaming, is suing Activision Blizzard for alleged monopolistic practices in the Call of Duty esports league. Rodriguez and retired OpTic player Seth "Scump" Abner are seeking $680 million in damages, claiming that Activision Blizzard's monopoly forced them into unfavorable partnerships. Activision Blizzard changed the structure of the league, limited the number of teams, imposed high franchising fees, and restricted participation in other tournaments. This lawsuit follows previous accusations of anticompetitive behavior against the company. Activision Blizzard has responded, stating that the claims are baseless.
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Microsoft names 'Call of Duty' executive Johanna Faries as Blizzard's president
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft has announced the appointment of Johanna Faries, a former executive at Call of Duty, as the President of Blizzard, the gaming division of Activision Blizzard. Faries will oversee the development of popular games like World of Warcraft and Overwatch. This move comes as Microsoft aims to strengthen its presence in the gaming industry with its acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
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Microsoft closes in on Activision deal after Britain signals approval
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft is nearing a deal to acquire gaming company Activision after receiving approval from the UK, signaling a significant move in the gaming industry. The deal is expected to strengthen Microsoft's position in gaming, as it continues to compete with rivals Sony and Nintendo. Activision owns popular gaming franchises such as Call of Duty and Candy Crush, making it an attractive acquisition target for Microsoft.
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AI-powered hate speech detection will moderate voice chat in Call of Duty
Arstechnica
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1y ago
Medial
Activision is partnering with Modulate to implement AI-powered voice chat moderation in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III. The technology, called ToxMod, will identify and take action against hate speech, bullying, harassment, and discrimination in real-time. This initiative aims to combat toxic online behavior and supplement existing anti-toxicity measures in the game, which include text filtering and player reporting. While AI detection systems can produce false positives, Activision will have humans in the loop for enforcement actions and context evaluation. The system is currently in beta testing, with a full rollout planned for Modern Warfare III's launch.
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Over 45% of serious gamers in India earn above Rs 6 lakh a year
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The esports industry in India is experiencing significant growth, with 45% of serious gamers earning between Rs 6 lakh and 12 lakh per annum, according to a report by PC and printer manufacturer HP. The report also highlights the increasing popularity of gaming as a career choice, with sponsorships and esports tournaments providing income opportunities. Non-metro cities have witnessed a surge in serious gamers, and gaming is inclusive, with 58% of women being identified as serious gamers. However, awareness of gaming courses in India remains low, with most gamers relying on YouTube and peers for skill enhancement.
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Game on: Phonemakers tap eSports to woo young Indians
Economic Times
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1m ago
Medial
Smartphone brands are leveraging the burgeoning eSports industry in India to enhance market presence and drive sales. With an estimated 450 million mobile gamers in India, projected to rise to 720 million by 2028, brands like OnePlus, Realme, iQOO, and Infinix are partnering with eSports teams and hosting gaming tournaments. This strategy aims to align their products with the high-performance needs of gamers, thereby increasing brand credibility amidst slowing smartphone shipments and a primarily mobile-first gaming market.
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Online gaming companies, brands target offline streaming in India
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Indian gaming companies such as Krafton, Nodwin Gaming, and Jio Games, along with brands like iQOO and Lenovo, are investing significant amounts of money in offline streaming of popular esports leagues in physical arenas across India. These events are attracting large crowds and are seen as an opportunity to expand the audience of potential players and viewers. Prize pools for esports tournaments in India are rapidly increasing, with some reaching record-breaking amounts. However, challenges such as government bans on certain games are hindering the representation of Indian esports players on global platforms.
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UK antitrust regulator clears Microsoft's acquisition of Activision
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard has been cleared by Britain's antitrust regulator after concerns were addressed. The deal was initially blocked in April due to concerns over Microsoft gaining too much control in the cloud gaming market. However, Microsoft offered remedies and concessions to ensure enforceability, leading to the approval. The regulator praised Microsoft's concession on streaming, stating that it prevents the tech giant from monopolizing the cloud gaming market. The acquisition is expected to benefit players and the global gaming industry.
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CEO steps down at Discord, the social chat app
Economic Times
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3m ago
Medial
Jason Citron, co-founder of Discord, stepped down as CEO, making way for Humam Sakhnini amid plans for the company to go public. Sakhnini, with a background at Activision Blizzard, will lead as Discord seeks to capitalize on its $15 billion valuation. Citron, preferring early-stage development, will advise Sakhnini. Discord, popular among gamers with over 200 million users, generates revenue through subscriptions and has expanded into advertising and microtransactions.
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Microsoft, NetEase to relaunch Warcraft game in China, ending feud
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Chinese gaming company NetEase has announced that it is working with Microsoft to reintroduce popular games like World of Warcraft back into the Chinese market. This collaboration comes after a fallout between NetEase and Blizzard Entertainment, a subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, which ended their decade-long partnership in 2023. The new agreement will see NetEase publish Blizzard's games in China once again, starting this summer. Additionally, Microsoft and NetEase will explore the possibility of bringing new NetEase titles to Microsoft's gaming platforms. The move is expected to please the millions of Chinese gamers who were disappointed by the previous termination of the partnership.
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