Microsoft defends itself against antitrust investigation against it

In its defense, Microsoft also points out that it works with a wide variety of partners in the game marketplace and that it does not place any anti-competitive restrictions on any game developer or publisher. Likewise, the company stated that it is committed to providing users with a wide selection of games and that it has worked to increase the availability of games on its platform.

Faced with doubts from the FTC, Microsoft urged the regulator to take a closer look at its business practices, stating its willingness to work with the agency to address any concerns it may have.

In its response to the FTC’s complaint, Microsoft also indicated that it has worked to improve the experience for its users and to promote innovation in the gaming marketplace. Under this point, he cited his Xbox Live program, which offers game developers a platform to reach a broad audience, as well as his ID@Xbox program, which provides independent developers access to tools and resources to create and distribute their games. games on the Xbox platform.

Microsoft also cited its efforts to increase the availability of games on its platform, including the launch of its Xbox Game Pass subscription service, which gives users access to a wide range of games for one monthly fee.

The CEO of Activision Blizzard, Bobby Kotick, defends the completion of the purchase agreement with Microsoft. In conversation with The Vergecommented: “There is no sensible and legitimate reason to prevent our transaction from closing. Our industry has tremendous competition and few barriers to entry. We’ve seen more devices than ever before, allowing gamers a wide range of options to play. The engines and tools are freely available to developers large and small. The breadth of game distribution options has never been so vast. We believe that we will prevail on the merits of the case”.

On behalf of Microsoft, its vice president, Brad Smith, said: “Even with confidence in our case, we remain committed to creative solutions with regulators that will protect competition, consumers, and workers in the technology sector. As we have learned from our lawsuits in the past, the door never closes on the opportunity to find an agreement that can benefit everyone.”.

It is important to note that the FTC’s complaint does not necessarily imply that Microsoft has violated antitrust laws. The ongoing investigation is to determine whether Microsoft has violated these standards and whether it has engaged in practices that could be classified as anticompetitive.

In the event that the FTC finally determines that Microsoft has violated antitrust laws, it could impose fines and order the company to change its business practices.

This is a case that is still ongoing. The FTC’s investigation will likely take several months or even years. Meanwhile, Microsoft continues to defend its position, offering to collaborate with US regulators to clear up any doubts and, finally, finalize the purchase that is still on hold.