Electronic Arts to Maintain Creative Control Amid Acquisition Talks
Electronic Arts (EA) has assured stakeholders it will retain full operational autonomy over its projects if its proposed acquisition by a consortium led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund materializes. The Redwood City-based gaming giant emphasized its commitment to preserving creative independence and player-centric values in updated employee guidance.
The company's leadership underscored EA's strong financial position despite carrying $20 billion in debt, while simultaneously signaling strategic interest in artificial intelligence applications. CEO Andrew Wilson positioned AI as central to future operations during Investor Day 2024 remarks, highlighting both efficiency gains and cost optimization potential.