The evidence behind the guides

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Sources for Merger and acqui-hire scrutiny

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UK Competition and Markets Authority Merger review record

Microsoft / Inflection inquiry (original source, new tab)

CMA reviewed hiring and associated arrangements and cleared them in September 2024. Review does not imply prohibition or a finding of competitive harm.

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