Eurogamer, Misk confirmed it would soon purchase another 17.7 per cent of SNK in a statement released following the sale.This additional sale will take the stake to 51 per cent, giving the foundation majority shareholdings when it goes through.The development is the latest in a long line of moves by bin Salman to increase Saudi Arabia’s cultural reputation.
However, many of his moves have been criticised.Riot Games recently ended a sponsorship deal for League Of Legends with NEOM after fans expressed concern over Saudi Arabia’s involvement.
Saudi Arabia has a decade-long WWE deal and will also host its first F1 Grand Prix next year. Both events have drawn fan complaints.Much of the criticism stems from the assassination of Washington Post.
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