Game Developer Survives Motion to Dismiss in Zynga Trade Secrets Row

February 10, 2012

When Zynga launched its $1 billion IPO in December, the company could cite the stunning success of its game FarmVille as a reason investors should sink money into the company. But a recent decision raises the possibility that the company may owe some of its success -- and a fair bit of cash -- to a rival game creator.