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Employees at FromSoftware owner Kadokawa reportedly "thrilled" about possible Sony takeover
ORIGINAL STORY 11/12/2024: Employees at FromSoftware owner Kadokawa are reportedly optimistic about a potential buyout from Sony due to frustration with current management. Kadokawa suffered a ransomware cyberattack earlier this year, but employees were left disappointed by the response from current president and CEO Takeshi Natsuno.
Rumour: Kadokawa Employees Eager for Sony Buyout and Change in Management
The hope, then, is that Sony's acquisition will result in a change of management. Kadokawa's current CEO is Takeshi Natsuno, who took up the role back in 2021. But again, it sounds like he isn't very popular with his workforce right now — based on these anonymous statements, at least.
Some Kadokawa Employees Are Rooting For A Sony Buyout
One veteran employee from Kadokawa recently spoke to Bunshun about the acquisition and expressed some excitement about Sony's acquisition. The reason? Dissatisfaction with Natsuno
Kadokawa employees are reportedly in favour of a Sony buyout due to issues with current management
Employees of Kadokawa are reportedly hopeful that a potential takeover by Sony is completed, due to issues with the current management at the company. Last month it was reported that Kadokawa, the media powerhouse that owns Elden Ring developer FromSoftware among other companies, was in talks to be acquired by Sony.
Sony Confirms Intent to Buy FromSoftware Parent Company Kadokawa
According to the latest reports, Sony has confirmed its interest in buying Kadokawa, the parent company of FromSoftware. Read more here.
Sony Confirms 'Initial Declaration of Intent' to Acquire FromSoftware Parent Kadokawa
Kadokawa, a media conglomerate that owns Elden Ring developer FromSoftware, confirmed Sony’s interest last month following the initial report.
Sony confirms interest in acquiring Elden Ring developer FromSoftware's parent company, and wishes everyone would stop making it talk about this stuff
Sony has confirmed its interest in acquiring Elden Ring developer FromSoftware's parent company Kadokawa corporation, and said it doesn't want to comment more.
Sony confirms statement of intent to acquire Kadokawa, IGN says
Sony (SONY) confirmed in an interview with Yahoo Japan that it is interested in acquiring FromSoftware majority shareholder Kadokawa, IGN’s
Sony eyes acquisition of FromSoftware parent Kadokawa, industry speculates impact
Sony is reportedly considering buying out FromSoftware’s parent company, Kadokawa. The multinational entertainment company is considering the acquisition as a means to further bolster its extensive portfolio.
While the Internet Is Worried, Kadokawa’s Employees Are Optimistic About Potential Sony Buyout
Many people are not happy with the possibility of Sony buying Kadokawa, yet some employees are happy about the potential takeover.
Sony Confirms Interest in FromSoftware Parent Company Kadokawa Group
Sony has confirmed its interest in aquiring FromSoftware parent company Kadokawa. The PlayStation manufacturer cleared the air regarding reports that it was looking to pick up the gaming and anime mega company in a recent interview with Yahoo Japan.
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