Hoeg was also aware that jurisdictions outside of the WoTLK Gold will weigh in on the agreement as well and may be more likely to exert their own control over the specifics of the deal. "While I'm not sure that the whole deal is likely to be blocked, there may be divestitures or other demands submitted by such regulatory agencies that make the deal appear different from the deal announced today."

The deal is anticipated to be completed by the end of the fiscal year 2023. This provides the businesses with a lengthy time to figure out the details. Hoeg states that the timeframe is normal to get their ducks lined up, but that the timing could be affected by the expectation of regulatory bodies becoming involved.

"I think it's likely the fact that Microsoft and Activision know that a deal of this magnitude in an industry that's not had one of this magnitude before will get a closer look by acquisition regulators, which means that it's going to take more time. However, that doesn't mean the deal won't be blocked (and it's true that Microsoft most likely wouldn't announce the deal in this way should they have anticipated blocking), but it also doesn't mean it won't."

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