Britain said on Tuesday it may intervene in Paramount Global's proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, potentially referring the transaction to the UK Competition and Markets Authority. The CMA previously blocked Microsoft's $69 billion bid for Activision Blizzard in 2023. Culture Secretary Nandy, an ally of Andy Burnham — who is seen as a likely candidate to become prime minister in July — said the deal could affect UK news and streaming services.

2026-06-30

Britain said on Tuesday it may intervene in Paramount Global's proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, potentially referring the transaction to the UK Competition and Markets Authority. The CMA previously blocked Microsoft's $69 billion bid for Activision Blizzard in 2023. Culture Secretary Nandy, an ally of Andy Burnham — who is seen as a likely candidate to become prime minister in July — said the deal could affect UK news and streaming services.