The proposed $35-billion merger of chip design software giants Synopsys and Ansys is facing increased scrutiny from global regulators, with the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) the latest to launch an investigation. The CMA has initiated an early-stage inquiry into the acquisition proposal, signaling potential regulatory hurdles ahead for the massive deal. “The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is considering whether it is or may be the case that this transaction if carried into effect, will result in the creation of a relevant merger situation under the merger provisions of …