News blog Pacific Epoch acquired

For those with a curiosity about game-industry news out of China, Pacific Epoch has long been the place to go for English-language summaries of news, as well as interviews and features. On Friday, the company said it had been acquired by JL McGregor. "Pacific Epoch is one of the best independent research providers in China," said James McGregor, founder and CEO of JL McGregor & Company. "We plan to expand beyond the current outstanding coverage in the technology, media, and telecom industries into other areas of strong interest for investors. With the JLM Pacific Epoch platform, we will deliver the highest quality research to serious investors in both Chinese companies and global companies with significant stakes in China's growth." The Pacific Epoch team, including founders Joseph Cho and Paul Waide, will stay on as managers of the new company.