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Activision Blizzard Stockholders Approve Proposed Microsoft Transaction

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI) announced that its stockholders approved Microsoft Corporations (Nasdaq: MSFT) proposal to acquire Activision Blizzard at the Activision Blizzard Special Meeting of Stockholders held earlier today.

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Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI) announced that its stockholders approved Microsoft Corporations (Nasdaq: MSFT) proposal to acquire Activision Blizzard at the Activision Blizzard Special Meeting of Stockholders held earlier today.
More than 98% of the shares voted at the Special Meeting were voted in favor of the proposed transaction with Microsoft.
On January 18, 2022, Microsoft announced plans to acquire Activision Blizzard for $95.00 per share in an all-cash transaction.
Subject to customary closing conditions and the completion of regulatory review, the proposed transaction is expected to close in Microsofts fiscal year ending June 30, 2023.

Diablo ® Immortal™ Unleashes Hell on Mobile and PC on June 2

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Monday, April 25, 2022

Diablo Immortal supports both cross-play and cross-progression, allowing Sanctuarys heroes to join the fight with each other regardless of platform while being able to seamlessly transition between mobile and PC gameplay.

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Diablo Immortal supports both cross-play and cross-progression, allowing Sanctuarys heroes to join the fight with each other regardless of platform while being able to seamlessly transition between mobile and PC gameplay.
The Open Beta on PC will contain all game features, including cross-play and cross-progression, and upon conclusion all progress will be maintained.
Diablo Immortal features a MMOARPG (massively multiplayer online action-RPG) social experience thats completely new to the series.
Developed by Blizzard Entertainment and NetEase, Diablo Immortal will be available at launch on iOS, Android, and Windows PC via Battle.net.

Activision Blizzard Announces Board Developments: Lulu Cheng Meservey Elected and Kerry Carr Nominated for Election

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Thursday, April 21, 2022

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Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI) today announced the election of Lulu Cheng Meservey to the Companys Board of Directors.

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Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI) today announced the election of Lulu Cheng Meservey to the Companys Board of Directors.
In addition, the Company announced that Kerry Carr will be nominated for election to the Companys Board of Directors at Activision Blizzards 2022 annual meeting of stockholders (the 2022 Annual Meeting).
On behalf of the entire Board, I want to thank Henk and Casey for their commitment to Activision Blizzard over the years.
Ms. Carr said, I am excited about the prospect of joining the Board of Activision Blizzard, a world-class entertainment company with a great foundation and significant opportunity ahead.

World of Warcraft® Players to Soar Back to Azeroth in Dragonflight

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Today, Blizzard Entertainment announced World of Warcraft: Dragonflight, the upcoming expansion for the companys critically acclaimed massively multiplayer online role-playing game, which welcomes players into a new era of high-fantasy adventure.

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Today, Blizzard Entertainment announced World of Warcraft: Dragonflight, the upcoming expansion for the companys critically acclaimed massively multiplayer online role-playing game, which welcomes players into a new era of high-fantasy adventure.
Reemerging after eons of dormancy and ready to join the fight are the powerful dracthyr Evokers, World of Warcrafts first ever combination race and class.
For more information on World of Warcraft: Dragonflight, visit www.worldofwarcraft.com .
The company's online gaming service, Battle.net, is one of the largest in the world, with millions of active players.

World of Warcraft®: Wrath of the Lich King Classic™ to Transport Players Back to the Icy Realm of Northrend Later This Year

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Blizzard Entertainment today announced that World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Classic is coming later this year, inviting players to experience anew an adventure that indelibly shaped the ongoing story of Warcraft.

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Blizzard Entertainment today announced that World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Classic is coming later this year, inviting players to experience anew an adventure that indelibly shaped the ongoing story of Warcraft.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220418005551/en/
World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Classic Key Art (Graphic: Business Wire)
Were thrilled to revisit one of the most beloved eras in Warcraft history with Wrath of the Lich King Classic, said Mike Ybarra, President of Blizzard Entertainment.
The original release of this expansion brought many improvements to the game, along with a timeless villain and an epic story.
Players will be able to create Death Knight characters during a content update prior to the launch of Wrath of the Lich King Classic.

An Underwater Expedition Awaits in the Newest Hearthstone® Expansion, Voyage to the Sunken City™, Live Today

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022

Voyage to the Sunken City introduces Colossal Legendary minions for each class that come with monstrous appendages whenever theyre summoned.

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Voyage to the Sunken City introduces Colossal Legendary minions for each class that come with monstrous appendages whenever theyre summoned.
Dredge also synergizes well with new Azsharan cards that send a powerful Sunken treasure to the bottom of the deck.
Visit www.playhearthstone.com for details on Voyage to the Sunken City, the updated Core set, and set rotation.
Hearthstone is available globally for Windows and Mac PCs; Windows, iOS, and Android tablets; and iOS, and Android mobile phones.

Activision Blizzard Appoints Kristen Hines as Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer

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Monday, April 11, 2022

Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) today announced the appointment of Kristen Hines as its new Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, effective Monday, April 25.

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Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) today announced the appointment of Kristen Hines as its new Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, effective Monday, April 25.
Hines will report to Julie Hodges, Chief People Officer, and will join the companys senior leadership team.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220411005676/en/
Kristen Hines, Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Photo: Business Wire)
Hines joins Activision Blizzard from Accenture where she most recently led the Global Inclusion, Diversity and Equity practice, and sat on the firms global leadership team for the CEO Transformation practice.
Activision Blizzard has ambitious goals to become the most welcoming and inclusive company in the gaming industry.

Activision Blizzard to Release First Quarter 2022 Financial Results on April 25, 2022

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Monday, April 11, 2022

Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) intends to release its first quarter 2022 results at approximately 4:30 a.m. Pacific Time (7:30 a.m. Eastern Time) on Monday, April 25, 2022.

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Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) intends to release its first quarter 2022 results at approximately 4:30 a.m. Pacific Time (7:30 a.m. Eastern Time) on Monday, April 25, 2022.
As announced on January 18, 2022, Microsoft plans to acquire Activision Blizzard for $95.00 per share in an all-cash transaction.
In light of the proposed transaction with Microsoft, and as is customary during the pendency of an acquisition, Activision Blizzard will not be hosting a conference call, issuing an earnings presentation, or providing financial guidance in conjunction with its first quarter 2022 earnings release.
Learn more information about Activision Blizzard and how we connect and engage the world through epic entertainment on the company's website, www.activisionblizzard.com .

How M&A Deals in 2022 Could Surpass 2021's Record Breaking Year

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Monday, April 4, 2022

VANCOUVER, BC, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Last year in 2021, over 63,000 M&A deals set the all-time record with whopping $5.9 trillion , with deals in the US alone up by 82%.

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VANCOUVER, BC, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Last year in 2021, over 63,000 M&A deals set the all-time record with whopping $5.9 trillion , with deals in the US alone up by 82%.
Analysts including those at Morgan Stanley are already projecting 2022 to be another strong year after last year's boom.
In fact, KPMG projects that 2022 could be even bigger than last year's record.
Petroteq specializes in oil production, having developed proprietary technologies that enable the company to produce oil without water, waste tailings ponds and emissions.

How M&A Deals in 2022 Could Surpass 2021's Record Breaking Year

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Monday, April 4, 2022

VANCOUVER, BC, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Last year in 2021, over 63,000 M&A deals set the all-time record with whopping $5.9 trillion, with deals in the US alone up by 82%. Analysts including those at Morgan Stanley are already projecting 2022 to be another strong year after last year's boom. In fact, KPMG projects that 2022 could be even bigger than last year's record. Already there's been a blockbuster in tech, through the recent mega-acquisition of Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI) by Microsoft, Inc. (NASDAQ: MSFT). Now the market is paying attention to some of the next important deals on deck, including potential deals for Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ: PTON), Kohl's Corporation (NYSE: KSS), and Petroteq Energy, Inc. (OTCPK: PQEFF).

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VANCOUVER, BC, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Last year in 2021, over 63,000 M&A deals set the all-time record with whopping $5.9 trillion , with deals in the US alone up by 82%.
Analysts including those at Morgan Stanley are already projecting 2022 to be another strong year after last year's boom.
In fact, KPMG projects that 2022 could be even bigger than last year's record.
Petroteq specializes in oil production, having developed proprietary technologies that enable the company to produce oil without water, waste tailings ponds and emissions.