MiHoYo Ex-Employees Sentenced for Bribery and Embezzlement
MiHoYo, the developer behind popular titles like Genshin Impact and Zenless Zone Zero, recently announced that four former employees have been sentenced to prison due to bribery and embezzlement. This decision follows an internal investigation aimed at fostering a transparent and fair business environment.
Details of the Sentencing
The internal investigation revealed that these employees misused their positions by soliciting commissions and accepting bribes from partner companies. miHoYo confirmed the convictions, stating that the four were found guilty of accepting bribes as non-state personnel.
Sentences Imposed
- One employee received a sentence of 1 year and 4 months.
- Two employees were sentenced to 1 year and 3 months each.
- One employee was sentenced to 6 months in prison.
Company’s Actions Against Misconduct
In addition to the prison sentences, miHoYo took further actions against misconduct. One employee from the Genshin Impact marketing team was dismissed for exploiting his position to benefit his own company, which created a significant conflict of interest.
The company has also reported related leads to public security authorities for further investigation, emphasizing their commitment to ethical practices.
MiHoYo’s Stance on Bribery and Embezzlement
In a public statement, miHoYo reiterated its “zero-tolerance” policy toward commercial bribery, embezzlement, and other fraudulent activities. They affirmed that any individual found violating this policy would be permanently barred from future employment with the company.
Further Preventive Measures
To bolster its anti-fraud efforts, miHoYo has placed the suppliers involved in the bribery cases on a fraud blacklist, ensuring they will no longer cooperate with these entities. The company aims to enhance its fraud prevention measures and collaborate with legal authorities to expand accountability for any suspected criminal actions.
