Toshiba to go private as board accepts US$15 billion takeover bid

TROUBLED Japanese conglomerate Toshiba today accepted a US$15 billion (RM66.9 billion) takeover bid by a consortium led by investment fund Japan Industrial Partners, major local media outlets reported.  

The long-awaited decision follows years of turmoil for the company, which once symbolised Japan’s tech prowess but has recently faced scandals, financial troubles, and high-level resignations.