Tony Ho Tran

Senior business and tech editor at Slate, brought on as a guest to explain the EA acquisition, its players, and implications for games and media ownership.

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Oct 4, 2025 • 41min

ICYMI | Saudi Arabia Is Coming For The Sims

Tony Ho Tran, a senior business and tech editor at Slate, explores the implications of EA Games being acquired by Saudi Arabia. He reveals how this deal could threaten the creative freedom of beloved games like The Sims, particularly for LGBTQ+ representation. The discussion dives into fears of potential censorship under new ownership and how this reflects a broader trend of state influence in media. Tran also shares insights on community responses and the importance of preserving creative independence in gaming.

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