EQUIPEngadget · 17h ago
Electronic Arts says it'll be a private company next week

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Electronic Arts is scheduled to transition into a private entity by August 4, 2026. This shift follows the anticipated closure of a major acquisition deal valued at 55 billion dollars.
- 01Electronic Arts will complete its privatization process by next week
- 02The transition follows a finalized acquisition deal worth 55 billion dollars
- 03Closing procedures for the private buyout are set for completion by August 4
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Electronic Arts will close its $55 billion deal to go private by August 4 next week.