Microsoft Confirms Bobby Kotick Isn't Leaving Activision (Yet)
UPDATE 01/19/22 07:52 am PST: Since the time of writing, Kotick declined to tell NYTimes that he will remain CEO after the Microsoft and Activision Blizzard deal closes, noting that he will «be available as needed» following the buyout. Original story as follows.
Editor’s Note: A lawsuit has been filed against Activision Blizzard by the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing, which alleges the company has engaged in abuse, discrimination, and retaliation against its female employees. Activision Blizzard has denied the allegations. The full details of the Activision Blizzard lawsuit (content warning: rape, suicide, abuse, harassment) are being updated as new information becomes available
Controversial Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick will temporarily remain in his role following Microsoft's confirmed deal to purchase the company. Activision Blizzard has become the latest gaming company to be acquired by Microsoft, with news of the purchase making waves when it was announced earlier today, January 18. Microsoft's Activision Blizzard buyout reportedly cost $68.7 billion.
Activision Blizzard became one of the most controversial companies in gaming following multiple reports of abuse, a toxic work culture, bullying, discrimination, sexual harassment, and more. As CEO, Kotick has been an important figure in the reports and lawsuit, with many unhappy with his positioning within the company. Kotick initially promised full cooperation with the investigation into the claims, but his name is frequently seen across social media as users call for his resignation. As the lawsuit continues, so do allegations and reports against Activision and Kotick.
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