
Take-Two has been talked about as a potential acquisition target for years now. The Electronic Arts saga from a couple years ago nearly resulted in a buyout of the GTA publisher, but Take-Two insisted on remaining independent. Since that time, Take-Two has further grown its business and might even post a profit in a non-GTA year.

The head of AI at Take-Two says his time with the company has reportedly 'come to an end.'

Take-Two has hired Perfect Dark studio head Darrell Gallagher and creative director Brian Horton to start a new studio under 2K.

Fired Rockstar Games staff have protested outside the UK offices of parent company Take-Two and developer Rockstar North today, denying accusations of leaking company secrets and calling for their reinstatement.
The fired Rock Star Games staff were likely at-will employees, which means they could be terminated by the employer for almost any reason. Doesn't make it right, but it is what is.
Activision better not grab them up!
Well, I think the combination with Ubisoft could be more interesting actually