Jared Kushner and the $55 Billion EA Takeover: How Saudi Arabia and Silver Lake Pulled Off Gaming’s Biggest Buyout
Jared Kushner and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman shake hands in front of a vibrant digital backdrop showcasing EA’s logo and iconic characters from Madden NFL and EA Sports FC, symbolizing the fusion of global finance and the gaming industry.(Representing AI image) How Jared Kushner Brokered the $55 Billion Takeover of Electronic Arts: Inside the Largest Gaming Buyout in History - Dr.Sanjaykumar pawar Table of Contents Introduction The Deal at a Glance Why Electronic Arts Became a Target Jared Kushner’s Role: Diplomatic Ties to Financial Muscle Saudi Arabia’s Strategy: Diversifying Beyond Oil Silver Lake’s Longstanding Ambitions The Role of JPMorgan and Jamie Dimon Negotiations and Project Oak Strategic Rationale: Why Gaming and Why Now The AI Angle: Cost Savings and Entertainment Growth Risks, Controversies, and Regulatory Hurdles What This Means for the Global Gaming Industry U.S.–Saudi Relations and the Financial Axis Market Reaction: EA’s Stagnant Shar...