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The Magic Kingdom goes to war

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UK Regulatory Challenges and Funding Restrictions for Startups

This chapter delves into the British regulators' decision to block Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, discussing its implications for the companies and the UK's business landscape. It also highlights the difficulties British startups face in obtaining funding, particularly due to the constraints imposed by the UK pension system compared to more flexible investment approaches in countries like Canada and Australia.

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