Activision blames Microsoft acquisition for failure to hire another woman to its board
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Activision has been at the centre of numerous allegations in recent months, with many sharing their stories of workplace harassment and sexual misconduct. A Wall Street Journal report in November revealed that Activision CEO Bobby Kotick had known all about the allegations of sexual misconduct and mistreatment of female employees across many parts of the company "for years". Then, in January 2022, Microsoft officially announced its plans to buy Activision Blizzard, with Kotick expected to leave the company when this deal is finalised. At DICE 2022, Xbox boss Phil Spencer and EA exec Laura Miele both addressed their desire to see improvements in the workplace. Miele stated that those who "fall short of basic standards must go", and that those in the gaming industry have a right to "fair and safe work environments, at the very least".
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