Why Sonic Co-Creator Yuji Naka got Arrested
Channel: Video Game Story Time
Date: 2022-11-18

Sonic co-creator Yuji Naka has been arrested over actions taken while he was in the employ of Square-Enix during the development of Balan Wonderworld.

According to FNN, Naka used insider knowledge of Square-Enix's dealings with other companies to invest in one of their business partners, Aiming Inc, shortly before the announcement of Aiming's new game, Dragon Quest Tact.

Due to the popularity of the Dragon Quest franchise, it was a safe bet that the stock prices for Aiming Inc was to receive increased attention from investors after the announcement, meaning that Naka's approximate $20,000 investment was set to increase in value significantly.

It's important to note that these allegations are not confirmed, and that Naka is innocent until proven guilty. It's also worth noting that insider trading is a common issue within Japanese society, and that the Japanese Financial Services Authority is also busy trying to catch bankers and financial investors who are using insider trading with far larger amounts of money.

That said, breaking the law with any amount of money should not be encouraged nor supported - insider trading is illegal for a reason, and particularly in Japan has a large negative impact on the entire financial market.

These allegations are not a good look for a man who is currently attempting to sue Square-Enix, alleging poor mistreatment during the period of time that he is now accused of abusing his own position within the company for financial gain.

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