Singapore watchdog probes game giant Ubisoft over harassment claimsFrench video game giant Ubisoft is under investigation in Singapore over claims of sexual harassment and racial discriminationSINGAPORE - Video game giant Ubisoft's Singapore office is under investigation over claims of sexual harassment and racial discrimination, a watchdog said, in the latest controversy for the French firm. The Singapore employment watchdog TAFEP said Tuesday it began investigating after receiving "anonymous feedback containing links to media articles about allegations of workplace harassment and unfair treatment at Ubisoft Singapore". It also urged anyone with knowledge of criminal conduct such as sexual harassment and assault to report the incidents to the police. Ubisoft Singapore said in a statement to AFP it was aware of the allegations made to the watchdog. "Every Ubisoft studio, including Ubisoft Singapore, strives to create and foster a culture that team members and partners can be proud of.

Source: Bangkok Post August 18, 2021 05:26 UTC