IO Interactive announced that due to a recent court ruling involving Conor McGregor, they are ceasing collaboration with him and will initiate the removal of his likeness from their games. They expressed the seriousness of the matter, stating, "We take this matter very seriously and cannot ignore its implications." This decision follows a civil court jury's conclusion that McGregor assaulted hair stylist Nikita Hand, resulting in damages of over €248,000.
The Dublin Rape Crisis Centre reported a significant surge in calls following the civil ruling against McGregor. Chief Executive Rachel Morrogh noted, "Calls to the 24-hour National Rape Crisis Helpline almost doubled over the weekend and the number of first-time callers have increased by 50 percent. Over the six hours immediately after the verdict was delivered, calls surged by 150 percent." This indicates a societal response to the verdict surrounding sexual violence.
Morrogh highlighted the broader implications of the court's decision, stating, "We have also observed an outpouring of support for Nikita Hand and for all survivors of sexual violence, with many people referencing Mr Justice Owens' comments around consent and what that means." This reflects the impact of high-profile cases on public discourse regarding consent and violence against women.
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