This isn't very surprising. I would feel somewhat insulted if I expected anything else of IDJ. As it is, I only find it somewhat hypocritical of IDJ to complain about how Utada goes behind their backs to give the fans something nice (which they had no intention of backing in the first place because they have certain economic expectations to uphold and we all know the tour wasn't a money-maker), yet they're perfectly willing to produce "Utada the Best" lacking endorsement from Hikki herself.

Alas, this is business. Utada and IDJ have gone their separate ways; whatever atmosphere of contention there may have been can now be laid to rest. Hopefully any future non-Japanese releases from Utada will be met with better promotion and reception via EMI. I would say the fact that they're permitting a worldwide stream of "WILD LIFE" is a pretty good indication of a comfortable relationship.