TVBS Denies Losses and Sale Rumors, Announces New Plan on April 15
Taiwanese TV station TVBS denied rumors of layoffs and ownership transfer, stating it has no losses and no plans for management changes. The company will hold an annual brand presentation on April 15 to announce new projects and international collaborations. TVBS also plans to increase investment in digital and AI technology.
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Taipei, April 13 (CNA) Taiwanese TV station TVBS today denied rumors of layoffs and ownership transfer, stating that reports of anchors Fang Nien-hua and Hsieh Hsiang-jung being on a layoff list are untrue. The company also clarified that it is not operating at a loss and has no plans for changes in ownership. TVBS will hold its annual brand presentation on April 15 to announce its next phase of important development plans, including the launch of new projects and international cooperation.
TVBS has repeatedly been rumored for sale, with recent media reports suggesting that CTBC Financial Holding's major shareholder, Koo Chung-liang, intends to acquire it, and that a six-month MOU was signed with TVBS's major shareholder, HTC Chairwoman Cher Wang's family, granting priority negotiation rights.
In response, TVBS stated, "The company's overall operations are stable, with no losses, and no plans for any changes in ownership."
TVBS announced that it will hold its annual brand presentation on April 15 to publicly explain its next phase of important development plans, including the launch of new projects and international cooperation.
Regarding layoff rumors, TVBS stated that reports of "personnel changes" involving anchors Fang Nien-hua and Hsieh Hsiang-jung are untrue, urging the public to stop relaying or spreading unverified information.
Concerning anchor Wu An-chi, who confirmed her layoff, TVBS stated, "The company expresses deep gratitude for her professionalism and dedication over the years and cherishes this journey of shared effort."
TVBS explained that in response to industry structural adjustments and transformation needs, it is undertaking phased optimization of human resources and functions this year. Based on the news department's overall workforce of over 400 people at the end of last year, the adjustment this year has been approximately 20 people. The team is prepared for transformation and will continue to refine its professionalism and embrace changes.
TVBS pointed out that in terms of development direction, the company is adjusting its focus and resource allocation, increasing investment in digital and AI technology fields, and continuously optimizing its overall operational structure. More importantly, it is also simultaneously strengthening talent empowerment and multi-functional development to assist colleagues in enhancing their professional capabilities and expanding more resilient and forward-looking career development spaces during the transformation process. (Editor: Wu Su-jou) 1150413
TVBS has repeatedly been rumored for sale, with recent media reports suggesting that CTBC Financial Holding's major shareholder, Koo Chung-liang, intends to acquire it, and that a six-month MOU was signed with TVBS's major shareholder, HTC Chairwoman Cher Wang's family, granting priority negotiation rights.
In response, TVBS stated, "The company's overall operations are stable, with no losses, and no plans for any changes in ownership."
TVBS announced that it will hold its annual brand presentation on April 15 to publicly explain its next phase of important development plans, including the launch of new projects and international cooperation.
Regarding layoff rumors, TVBS stated that reports of "personnel changes" involving anchors Fang Nien-hua and Hsieh Hsiang-jung are untrue, urging the public to stop relaying or spreading unverified information.
Concerning anchor Wu An-chi, who confirmed her layoff, TVBS stated, "The company expresses deep gratitude for her professionalism and dedication over the years and cherishes this journey of shared effort."
TVBS explained that in response to industry structural adjustments and transformation needs, it is undertaking phased optimization of human resources and functions this year. Based on the news department's overall workforce of over 400 people at the end of last year, the adjustment this year has been approximately 20 people. The team is prepared for transformation and will continue to refine its professionalism and embrace changes.
TVBS pointed out that in terms of development direction, the company is adjusting its focus and resource allocation, increasing investment in digital and AI technology fields, and continuously optimizing its overall operational structure. More importantly, it is also simultaneously strengthening talent empowerment and multi-functional development to assist colleagues in enhancing their professional capabilities and expanding more resilient and forward-looking career development spaces during the transformation process. (Editor: Wu Su-jou) 1150413
FAQ
Is TVBS going to be sold?
TVBS has stated that its overall operations are stable, with no losses, and no plans for any changes in ownership.
Is TVBS conducting layoffs?
TVBS is undertaking phased optimization of human resources and functions in response to industry structural adjustments and transformation needs. The adjustment this year has been approximately 20 people.