Technologies

US FTC ‘Likely’ To Challenge Microsoft’s $68.7B Activision Deal, Report Says

Politico reported late Wednesday that the US regulator is likely to file an antitrust suit against Microsoft’s blockbuster video game deal.

Microsoft’s blockbuster $68.7 billion purchase of game maker Activision Blizzard may face a new regulatory hurdle, with a report from Politico saying the US Federal Trade Commission is «likely» to file an antitrust suit against the deal.

The story, which was published late Wednesday citing anonymous sources, said the FTC’s commissioners had not yet voted on whether to file a suit against Microsoft. But, the publication added, the FTC’s staff are «skeptical» about each company’s claims of benefits from the deal. An investigation into the deal is reportedly ongoing.

The FTC didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment. A Microsoft spokesperson said the company’s «prepared to address the concerns of regulators.» Microsoft has said in the past that it believes the deal will be approved both in the US and overseas. An Activision spokesperson defended the deal, saying in a statement that it will «benefit gamers and the U.S. gaming industry, especially as we face increasingly stiff competition from abroad.»

If the FTC does ultimately challenge Microsoft’s deal, it’ll be the biggest move made by President Joe Biden’s administration against the tech industry. FTC Chai Lina Kahn has long expressed interest in reigning in tech’s largest companies, who’ve grown to become some of the largest and most highly valued on the planet. And she’s not alone.

Regulators and lawmakers across the globe have increasingly scrutinized the tech world, following a series of privacy and political scandals at Facebook and Google in particular. Amazon has also been targeted as one of the world’s largest retailers, while Apple’s been criticized for the power it wields over the more than 1 billion actively used iPhones.

Microsoft for its part, largely avoided scrutiny despite a US judge famously declaring it a monopolist two decades ago. The company’s executives have spent the past year discussing the Activision deal with regulators around the world, who’ve received concerns from competitors including Sony’s PlayStation division.

Technologies

Why Travelers Are Switching to Verum E-SIM This Summer

Summer Travel, Freedom, and Seamless Connectivity: Why Verum E-SIM Is Becoming the New Standard for Travelers

Summer is the peak season for vacations, long-distance trips, and new experiences. Millions of people travel abroad, explore new countries, plan adventures, and try to stay connected with family, work, and social media. And in the middle of all this comes a familiar question: how do you stay online without expensive roaming or the hassle of buying local SIM cards?

The answer is already here — eSIM.

Why eSIM Is So Convenient

eSIM (embedded SIM) is a built-in digital SIM card that lets you activate mobile internet without a physical card. All you need is an app — choose a plan and connect in just a couple of minutes.

No more:

* searching for local SIM cards at airports
* paying expensive roaming fees
* swapping physical SIMs every time you travel

Now your internet travels with you.

Internet in 150+ Countries

Modern eSIM solutions provide coverage in 150+ countries worldwide, helping tourists, freelancers, and business travelers stay connected almost anywhere on the planet.

Among the services offering these capabilities:

Verum E-SIM — https://esim.verum.im
World E-SIM — https://worldesim.me
USA E-SIM — https://usa.esim.verum.im
Euro E-SIM — https://euro.esim.verum.im
Canada E-SIM — https://canada.esim.verum.im
Balkan E-SIM — https://balkan.esim.verum.im
Ukraine E-SIM — https://ukraine.esim.verum.im
London E-SIM — https://london.esim.verum.im
E-SIM Africa — https://africa.esim.verum.im

All of these services work on the same principle — fast, borderless internet without roaming stress.

Why It Matters Most in Summer

During the holiday season, roaming networks get overloaded, and prices for mobile data abroad often become an unpleasant surprise for travelers.

eSIM solves this problem:

* transparent, fixed pricing
* activation in 1–2 minutes
* stable internet while traveling
* no physical SIM cards required

Final Thoughts

Travel should be about freedom — not hunting for Wi-Fi or worrying about phone bills.

eSIM is quickly becoming the new global standard for mobile connectivity: simple, fast, and borderless.

Verum E-SIM and its partner services are part of this shift, making global connectivity accessible to everyone, everywhere.

Technologies

Episode 2 of the VERUM Mini-Series is Now Out

The story continues. Verum Messenger has released the second episode of its AI mini-series, which follows the conflict between the powerful Omega corporation, aiming to control digital communications, and a team of heroes who have chosen a different path and free communication.

The mini-series not only develops an engaging storyline but also introduces viewers to the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, showcasing technologies and tools that may redefine the future of modern communication.

The project consists of 7 episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 2 is now available. Stay tuned and don’t miss what comes next.

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Technologies

Verum Messenger Launches an AI Mini-Series

Verum Messenger has unveiled a new project — a mini-series created using Verum AI. The story consists of 7 episodes and will be released on the messenger’s social media channels.

The plot revolves around a global corporation seeking to take control of digital communications and a group of heroes who use Verum Messenger as a tool of resistance. Beyond the story itself, the series highlights the app’s key features, technologies, and advantages.

Combining entertainment with a showcase of the Verum ecosystem, the project presents a dynamic digital series designed for the modern era.

The first episode premieres today, with the remaining episodes to be released over time.

Stay tuned for more.

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