

In terms of significant events remaining, it appears gaining regulatory approval remains the lone major factor that could upend the deal, and even this risk seems relatively diminutive this far along in the process. Check yet another significant obstacle off the list. LinkedIn shareholders already voted in an overwhelming majority to accept the deal in August, so gaining the necessary approval from investors - a major potential hurdle - is no longer a factor. This far along in the process, few major obstacles exist that could sink Microsoft's LinkedIn buyout.
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