Chinese authorities have executed a man convicted of murdering a prominent billionaire in the gaming industry through poisoning, according to court officials.

The execution was carried out following the man's conviction for the murder of the gaming executive. Court documents indicate the victim was a major figure in China's gaming sector who had achieved billionaire status through his business ventures.

According to the court's statement, the convicted man poisoned the gaming tycoon after being sidelined in business dealings. The dispute reportedly centered around the victim's decision to exclude the perpetrator after he had helped secure a significant deal with Netflix for a project called "3 Body Problem."

The case highlights ongoing tensions within China's rapidly growing gaming and entertainment industries, where high-stakes business relationships and substantial financial interests often intersect. The Netflix deal mentioned in court documents appears to have been a significant transaction that may have involved adaptation rights for the popular science fiction series.

China maintains capital punishment for serious crimes including murder, and executions are typically carried out after exhaustive legal proceedings and appeals processes. The court did not release additional details about the timeline of the crime or the specific method of poisoning used.