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business3 days ago•15 min saved

Skydance Board Expansion: Powell Jobs, Kotick, and Blair Join Post-Merger Leadership

Skydance, the new entity formed from the merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, has expanded its board with high-profile appointments. Laurene Powell Jobs and Bobby Kotick have joined as independent directors, while former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair has been appointed as a board adviser. These moves aim to bring strategic and media expertise to the combined company under the leadership of David Ellison.

via Variety|

#bobby-kotick #business #laurene-powell-jobs

business3 days ago•15 min saved

Skydance Names Powell Jobs, Kotick, and Blair to New Board

The newly formed media company Skydance has appointed Laurene Powell Jobs and Bobby Kotick as independent directors, with former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair joining as a board advisor. The appointments follow the official closure of the $110 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, which was renamed Skydance. David Ellison, the chairman and CEO, stated that these additions bring fresh perspectives and experience to help build the combined entity into a major industry player.

via Deadline|

#bobby-kotick #business #david-ellison

business3 days ago•15 min saved

Skydance Names Powell Jobs and Kotick to Board Amid Paramount-WBD Merger

David Ellison has added Laurene Powell Jobs and Bobby Kotick to the board of his newly formed media company, Skydance. The appointments were disclosed in a securities filing following the creation of the entity through Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair will serve as a board adviser. Ellison praised the new members for their experience in media investment, franchise building, and strategic vision, stating they will help guide the combined company’s future direction.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#bobby-kotick #business #david-ellison

media-and-law11 days ago•24 min saved

Kotick’s Legal Team Apologizes After Failing to Read Full Article Before Issuing Threat

Independent video game reporter Stephen Totilo revealed that the law firm representing former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick sent him a legal threat demanding he alter a January 2026 article, only to apologize two hours later after realizing the requested language was already present. The incident highlights a broader pattern of Kotick’s counsel pressuring media outlets to include specific settlement language regarding workplace misconduct allegations.

via Game File | Stephen Totilo|

#activision-blizzard #bobby-kotick #clare-locke

business8 months ago•69 min saved

Kotick frames CoD slump as validation for Microsoft's Activision takeover

Bobby Kotick argues that a reported 60% year-over-year drop in Call of Duty sales justifies Microsoft’s $69 billion Activision Blizzard takeover, suggesting the deal would have been less valuable otherwise; critics question the figure’s reliability and note ongoing scrutiny around the merger.

via Windows Central|

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gaming8 months ago•10 min saved

Kotick Claims CoD Slump Justified Activision Sale Amid Investor Lawsuit

Ex-Activision CEO Bobby Kotick, defending the Microsoft deal in an investor-led lawsuit, says Call of Duty’s latest entry, Black Ops 7, is down more than 60% from last year, blaming weak console sales and competition from Battlefield; the claim highlights concerns about the franchise’s performance as GTA 6 looms, amid ongoing scrutiny of Activision’s sale.

via Push Square|

#activision-blizzard #black-ops-7 #bobby-kotick

businesstech2 years ago•2 min saved

"Former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick Explores TikTok Acquisition Amid Crackdown"

Former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick is reportedly interested in buying TikTok as the video-sharing app faces potential legislation that could force its sale or ban in the U.S. The bill requires ByteDance to "divest itself" of TikTok, leading to renewed interest from potential buyers, including Kotick, who is seeking partners for the acquisition. Despite controversies surrounding Kotick's tenure at Activision Blizzard, including allegations of a misogynistic workplace culture, he departed with a golden parachute after the company's sale to Microsoft.

via Kotaku|

#bobby-kotick #businesstech #bytedance

businesstech2 years ago•1 min saved

"Former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick Explores TikTok Acquisition Amid Political Uncertainty"

Former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick has reportedly expressed interest in purchasing TikTok and has approached ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming over a potential sale, with the estimated cost being in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Kotick may seek partners, such as OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, to raise the necessary funds, and has discussed the idea with other interested parties. This comes as TikTok faces potential US legislation that could force its sale within six months due to national security concerns, with President Joe Biden indicating willingness to sign the bill. Meanwhile, Kotick recently exited Activision Blizzard following its acquisition by Microsoft and amid controversies at the company.

via GameSpot|

#acquisition #bobby-kotick #businesstech

businesstech2 years ago•2 min saved

"Potential Buyers Emerge as TikTok Faces Uncertain Future"

Former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick is reportedly interested in buying TikTok if ByteDance agrees to sell the platform, potentially teaming up with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. TikTok is facing scrutiny in the U.S. due to concerns about data privacy and its Chinese ownership. A bill to ban TikTok or force its sale has passed a committee vote and is heading to the House. Kotick, who recently left Activision Blizzard, is seeking partners for the potential acquisition, with the price tag estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Despite controversies during his tenure at Activision, including gender discrimination allegations, Kotick remains a prominent figure in the tech and gaming industry.

via IGN|

#bobby-kotick #businesstech #bytedance

businesstech2 years ago•2 min saved

"Former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick and "Shark Tank" Investor Eye TikTok Acquisition Amidst Potential Ban"

Former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick is reportedly interested in buying TikTok amid US legislation threatening to ban the app or force its sale. Kotick, who left Activision amid controversy, allegedly discussed the idea with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and ByteDance Executive Chair Zhang Yiming. The potential purchase comes as lawmakers introduce a bill requiring TikTok's China-based parent company to sell the app within six months or face a US ban, prompting TikTok to rally its users against the legislation.

via Engadget|

#acquisition #bobby-kotick #businesstech

businesstech2 years ago•3 min saved

"TikTok Faces Uncertain Future as Companies and Politicians Weigh In"

Former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick is reportedly seeking partners to potentially buy TikTok from China's ByteDance, as the US government considers legislation that would force ByteDance to divest from the popular app or face a ban in the US. The potential purchase price is said to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars, and Kotick has been approaching potential partners, including OpenAI's Sam Altman. However, the bill's passage is uncertain, facing potential opposition in the Senate over free speech concerns, and there are political considerations given TikTok's popularity among young voters.

via Forbes|

#bobby-kotick #businesstech #bytedance

lawsuit-discrimination2 years ago•3 min saved

"Former Activision Exec Alleges Age Discrimination Against 'Old White Guys' at Call of Duty Publisher"

A former Activision executive is suing the company for age discrimination and violating whistleblower protection laws, alleging that CEO Bobby Kotick made ageist remarks and that the company promoted a younger non-white employee over him. The lawsuit also claims that the plaintiff faced defamatory accusations and wrongful termination, seeking damages for loss of earnings, career impact, emotional distress, and legal costs. The case highlights broader issues of ageism in the gaming industry, while Activision recently settled a lawsuit over a "frat boy" culture of harassment and discrimination.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#activision #ageism #bobby-kotick

gaming2 years ago•2 min saved

"Bobby Kotick Faces Criticism Amid Activision Struggles and 'Overwatch 2' Backlash"

Popular streamer Asmongold expressed skepticism over any significant changes at Activision following Bobby Kotick's departure as CEO, despite the controversies surrounding the company's culture of sexual harassment. Asmongold believes that Kotick's exit won't impact players' experiences, as he views the quality of the games themselves as the primary reason for player dissatisfaction, not the company's internal issues. The gaming community and Asmongold's viewers are left to see if Microsoft's acquisition of Activision will lead to any positive changes.

via Dexerto|

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business2 years ago•2 min saved

Bobby Kotick Bids Emotional Farewell as Activision Blizzard CEO

Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick sent a farewell voicemail to employees, showcasing his notorious management style of berating and threatening staff. Known for his profit-driven approach and studio closures, Kotick's departure leaves a lasting impact on the gaming industry. Employees expressed mixed feelings about the message, with some finding it a fitting end to his tenure, while others highlighted the toxic work environment he fostered.

via Hard Drive|

#activision-blizzard #bobby-kotick #business

business2 years ago•2 min saved

Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick to Depart Amid Leadership Changes

Bobby Kotick, the CEO of Activision Blizzard, will step down from his role on December 29th, 2023, following Microsoft's acquisition of the company. Kotick has been with Activision since 1991 and played a key role in the company's merger with Vivendi Games. His departure comes amidst controversies surrounding sexual assault, harassment, and misconduct. Additionally, Jill Braff, a former Nintendo and Sega employee, has been appointed as the head of ZeniMax/Bethesda Studios, and other leadership changes are being made as Activision-Blizzard becomes part of Xbox Game Studios under Microsoft's ownership.

via Nintendo Life|

#activision-blizzard #bobby-kotick #business