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According to reports, nearly all areas of Square Enix's Western business—encompassing the U.S. and European offices—are affected. Employees across departments such as IT, marketing, publishing, sales, QA, and business planning received notices primarily through video calls. Notably, in the UK alone, approximately 140 staff members in London were told they are at risk, sparking concern over the company's commitment to maintaining a Western presence.