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Saudi Arabia Acquires Niantic for $3.5B, Raises Privacy Concerns

3/23/2025

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Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) has made a bold move by purchasing Niantic's gaming division for a staggering $3.5 billion, bringing beloved titles like Pokémon Go under its wing. This acquisition not only strengthens Saudi Arabia's foothold in the gaming world but also raises eyebrows over privacy concerns tied to the game's data collection practices.

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Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) has made a bold move by purchasing Niantic's gaming division for a staggering $3.5 billion, bringing beloved titles like Pokémon Go under its wing. This acquisition not only strengthens Saudi Arabia's foothold in the gaming world but also raises eyebrows over privacy concerns tied to the game's data collection practices.