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Video games
fromFortune Asia
1 week ago

The best way to manage gamer unease about generative AI in video games is 'to be direct about it,' says one developer

AI use is both embraced and criticized in the gaming industry, with developers citing transparency as a method to manage backlash.
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Does Anyone Know What 'Wellness' Means Anymore?

The wellness industry is valued at over $6.3 trillion and includes both beneficial and dangerous practices.
#product-design
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Forget chatbots. Physical and embodied AI are now coming for your job

Amazon reaches one million deployed robots in twelve years, highlighting the rapid growth of automation.
#ux-design
UX design
fromMedium
4 months ago

A crisis of meaning in UX Design

The UX design industry is experiencing a sense of disillusionment and burnout among professionals.
UX design
fromMedium
4 months ago

Duolingo Just Ended The Term "UX Design"

Duolingo is replacing 'UX design' with 'PX design' to emphasize a product-led approach.
The shift reflects ongoing changes and debates in the design terminology and identity.
UX design
fromMedium
4 months ago

A crisis of meaning in UX Design

The UX design industry is experiencing a sense of disillusionment and burnout among professionals.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

For creatives, perspective is tomorrow's most valuable skill

Technology advances and platforms like Instagram and TikTok have dramatically lowered the barriers to create work and share it with the world.
UX design
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

Chancellor warned small business growth forecasts has crashed to lockdown levels - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK small business growth predictions have dropped for four consecutive quarters, reaching a five-year low of 26%.
London's small business growth outlook fell sharply from 48% to 37%.
Venture
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Emergence Capital hasn't lost a single partner in 22 years. Here's how other VC firms can fix their 'revolving doors,' according to an investor

Emergence Capital has never lost an investing partner to another VC firm, indicating strong internal culture.
#video-games
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

As the game industry cuts back, accessibility is feeling the impact

The progress in video game accessibility has stalled after initial advancements during the pandemic.
fromGameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Real Fans Will "Find A Way To Make It Happen" If Borderlands 4 Costs $80, Says Randy Pitchford

fromVG247
2 months ago
Video games

As the GTA 6 price debate keeps bubbling away, EA suggests it has "no changes" planned in terms of jacking up how much its games cost right now

Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Ex-PlayStation Boss Talks $80 Games, Possibility Of $100 GTA 6, And Role Of AI In Game Development

Rising video game prices are driven by higher production costs and inflation, creating challenges for developers and publishers.
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

As the game industry cuts back, accessibility is feeling the impact

The progress in video game accessibility has stalled after initial advancements during the pandemic.
fromGameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Real Fans Will "Find A Way To Make It Happen" If Borderlands 4 Costs $80, Says Randy Pitchford

fromVG247
2 months ago
Video games

As the GTA 6 price debate keeps bubbling away, EA suggests it has "no changes" planned in terms of jacking up how much its games cost right now

Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Ex-PlayStation Boss Talks $80 Games, Possibility Of $100 GTA 6, And Role Of AI In Game Development

Rising video game prices are driven by higher production costs and inflation, creating challenges for developers and publishers.
fromKotaku
4 weeks ago

Xbox Invites Developers To AI Roundtable The Same Day It Does Mass Layoffs

Mass layoffs at Microsoft and in the gaming industry coincide with a significant pivot toward AI investment.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

TPG joins wave of PE firms pausing 2027 associate recruiting

TPG halts early recruiting for junior talent until 2026, joining Apollo and General Atlantic in changing industry traditions.
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

EV Fast Charging Is Growing Up, And Growing Bigger

Drive an electric vehicle long enough and you know this feeling well. You find a DC fast-charging (DCFC) station on your favorite mapping app, roll up to get some electrons, and then realize that the station only has two plugs—and maybe one of them is some format your car doesn’t even use.
DC food
#advertising
fromThe Drum
1 month ago
Marketing tech

David Droga torches the old ad model as he hands over the reins at Accenture Song

fromThe Drum
1 month ago
Media industry

AI, agency shake-ups and the fight for relevance: what India's ad CEOs are watching

fromDigiday
4 months ago
Media industry

Bold Call: The ad industry's herd mentality risks an unnecessarily severe slowdown

fromThe Drum
1 month ago
Marketing tech

David Droga torches the old ad model as he hands over the reins at Accenture Song

Media industry
fromThe Drum
1 month ago

AI, agency shake-ups and the fight for relevance: what India's ad CEOs are watching

AI is reshaping the advertising landscape in India, necessitating a shift in agency operations towards human ingenuity.
Media industry
fromDigiday
4 months ago

Bold Call: The ad industry's herd mentality risks an unnecessarily severe slowdown

Ad industry fears could exacerbate downturn rather than mitigate it.
Corporate profitability remains stable despite geopolitical tensions.
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
4 months ago

New podcast series investigates existential problems facing ad industry

Industry veterans are worried that advertising is becoming machine-dominated and soulless, prompting the launch of the 'Advertising: Who Cares?' movement.
Remote teams
fromThe Hill
1 month ago

The remote work revolution is here to stay

Remote work has significantly increased since the pandemic, positively impacting productivity across various industries.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

A comprehensive list of 2025 tech layoffs | TechCrunch

The tech industry is experiencing continued layoffs in 2025, with over 22,000 job cuts reported so far this year.
fromwww.brewbound.com
1 month ago

BrewDog Closes Cincinnati Outpost

BrewDog closes Cincinnati bar due to increased expenses and declining traffic, prioritizing focus on thriving parts of the business.
#artificial-intelligence
fromHackernoon
2 years ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Hiring Is Exploding: Wall Street Led the Charge, Now Everyone's Building In-House | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
2 years ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Hiring Is Exploding: Wall Street Led the Charge, Now Everyone's Building In-House | HackerNoon

Photography
fromFstoppers
1 month ago

What if the Only Way to Combat AI Is Finding Your Unique Photographic Style?

AI is reshaping the creative industry, forcing photographers to adapt and innovate.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Stellar Blade Sold 1 Million Copies In Just 3 Days On Steam

Stellar Blade launched with significant player engagement and has sold over 1 million units in just three days.
The game is particularly popular in China, aided by regional pricing and a Chinese dub.
#financial-services
fromTearsheet
1 month ago
European startups

The Partnership Reckoning: How financial services learned to stop worrying and love (partnership) due diligence - Tearsheet

fromTearsheet
1 month ago
European startups

The Partnership Reckoning: How financial services learned to stop worrying and love (partnership) due diligence - Tearsheet

fromTearsheet
1 month ago
European startups

The Partnership Reckoning: How financial services learned to stop worrying and love (partnership) due diligence - Tearsheet

fromTearsheet
1 month ago
European startups

The Partnership Reckoning: How financial services learned to stop worrying and love (partnership) due diligence - Tearsheet

Marketing tech
fromDigiday
1 month ago

Cannes Briefing: A guide to the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2025

Economic challenges are reshaping participation in Cannes Lions 2025, with a focus shifting towards the return on investment from AI in marketing.
#ad-tech
fromDigiday
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Inside Index Exchange's multimillion-dollar start-up investment pact with FirstPartyCapital

fromDigiday
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Inside Index Exchange's multimillion-dollar start-up investment pact with FirstPartyCapital

#real-estate
Marketing tech
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

How to navigate a successful real estate brokerage acquisition

The real estate industry is experiencing significant consolidation through numerous acquisitions, prompting firms to carefully prepare for mergers and acquisitions.
#mortgage-lending
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Dev Who Launched Game Into Game Pass Warns Against Launching Games Into Game Pass

Game Pass may devalue new games and hurt the industry, claims Raccoon Logic head Alex Hutchinson.
Hutchinson believes a change in subscription model could protect game value.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Blend sells Title365 to Covius Services

The acquisition expands Covius' product offerings and deepens its client base while scaling its presence in the origination title space.
Startup companies
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Emerging Cyber Threats in a Rapidly Evolving Landscape

Cybersecurity is more about resilience than perfection, according to Rachel Wilson's keynote at ISC West 2025.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Planet Labs (PL) Earnings Live: Recovery in Motion Amid Discounted Shares

Stock has rebounded 13% this month but remains down YTD.
Marketing tech
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Vince Leisey lays out the roadmap for HSF Affiliates

Berkshire Hathaway's national network provides significant advantages for collaboration and technology support.
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Call Of Duty: Black Ops Dev's New PlayStation Studio Looking For Artist With 'Advanced Expertise' In Generative AI

Dark Outlaw Games requires a Senior Concept Artist skilled in generative AI tools as part of its new project development.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 months ago

BCB BROOKLYN 2025 SPOTLIGHTS CONVERSATIONS THAT MATTER

Our mission for this year's Main Stage program was to build something deeply relevant to where bartenders and operators are right now-while also sparking big ideas about where the industry can go next.
Cocktails
fromBikemag
2 months ago

Canadian Entrepreneurs Save This Iconic MTB Brand

Rooted in the Past, Focused on the Trail Ahead. This transition is for everyone who's helped shape Rocky Mountain's story-from weekend warriors and curious newcomers to seasoned racers and trail builders.
Bicycling
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Meet the companies racing to build quantum chips | TechCrunch

Quantum computing is emerging as a viable solution to complex problems across various fields.
Startups are essential in addressing quantum computing's critical challenges, competing effectively with big tech.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Kotaku's Weekend Guide: 5 Great Games We're Escaping Into After A Crappy Week

Increased costs in gaming and declining journalism quality are concerning, compounded by disappointing news about GTA 6.
Despite challenges, there are still worthy games to enjoy.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

AI Can't Replace Designers. But it Can be a Powerful Ideation Tool - Yanko Design

Designers who don't incorporate AI risk being outpaced by those who do.
AI has evolved to assist designers rapidly and effectively in creating product concepts.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Hilton CEO says travelers are in 'wait-and-see mode'

Hilton CEO highlights travel demand decline due to economic uncertainty, but foresees this as a temporary trend.
#craft-beer
fromInsideHook
4 months ago
Beer

Hindsight Is 20/20, Even with Beer Goggles: 10 Brewery Owners on What They'd Do Differently Opening Taprooms in 2025

Beer
fromTasting Table
4 months ago

The Rise And Decline Of The Craft Beer Trend - Tasting Table

The craft beer industry is experiencing a shift rather than decline, with maturing dynamics affecting sales and operations.
Beer
fromInsideHook
4 months ago

Hindsight Is 20/20, Even with Beer Goggles: 10 Brewery Owners on What They'd Do Differently Opening Taprooms in 2025

Craft beer industry is shifting as growth slows, and breweries face challenges unlike five years ago.
Beer
fromTasting Table
4 months ago

The Rise And Decline Of The Craft Beer Trend - Tasting Table

The craft beer industry is experiencing a shift rather than decline, with maturing dynamics affecting sales and operations.
Independent films
fromVulture
3 months ago

Sorry Academy Members, But You Can't Skip Three-Hour Movies Anymore

Academy members must now watch every nominated film in a category to vote, starting with the 2026 Oscars.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

As Gun Sales Decline, These Companies Continue to Lead the Industry

Gun sales in the U.S. have decreased since 2020, but production and manufacturer numbers have increased significantly.
Although gun sales have declined, many manufacturers continue to thrive, providing a diverse marketplace.
fromChristianheilmann
3 months ago

The rise of Model Fatigue - or is it just me?

The feeling of being overwhelmed and bored by the constant stream of new AI models underscores a need for clearer insights and practical applications.
OMG science
Podcast
fromPodcaster News
3 months ago

Oxford Road And Edison Research Publish Landmark White Paper Defining Podcasting For The Future - Podcaster News

Podcasting's future growth relies on clear definitions and standards amid rising fragmentation and evolving listener preferences.
Video games
fromWGB
3 months ago

Assassin's Creed: Shadows Is The 2nd Best-Selling Game In The US

Assassin's Creed: Shadows defies commercial failure claims, ranking as the top-selling game in the US for three weeks.
fromPolygon
3 months ago

The best new board games of 2025 so far

Designer Robert Hovakimyan's dazzles with a fevered jazz motif that is absolutely striking, blending a straightforward simplicity with deep tactical considerations, providing a remarkable board game experience.
Board games
fromstupidDOPE
3 months ago

Why Cannabis Brands & Dispensary Owners Are Doubling Down on Media Exposure This 4/20 | stupidDOPE

The cannabis industry is shifting to high-visibility media strategies for 4/20 marketing.
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

Are Vapes Still Trending in 2025?

Vaping has transformed into a global industry but faces challenges from regulations and competition.
fromwww.brewbound.com
3 months ago

Brewbound Podcast: Road Report from the New England Craft Brew Summit

"It's very easy for breweries to feel like they're on an island, there's always something more to be done...creating pathways for them to work together."
Beer
#marketing
fromSkift Meetings
4 months ago

Pop-Up Events: Do's and Don'ts

As a planner, creating a flawless pop-up event requires balancing spontaneity with meticulous planning, ensuring the experience feels exclusive and unexpected.
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

A big threat to the gambling world was on full display at one of the industry's top conferences

"The CFTC-mediated sports prediction markets could really upend that dynamic," investor Chris Grove, cofounder and general partner of Acies Investments, said at the event.
Poker
Gadgets
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago

NVIDIA CEO debuts latest in robotics at Silicon Valley conference: Here's a look

NVIDIA's latest advancements in robotics signal a major shift in AI technology and its applications in various industries.
Video games
fromCreative Bloq
4 months ago

The new Unity Gaming Report reveals AI can't fix creativity - and game devs know it

Game studios are cautious about the implementation of generative AI in game development.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Novocaine' leads numbingly slow weekend at domestic box office

This weekend's box office has been projected to hit record lows, totaling around $54 million in ticket sales.
Novocaine, starring Jack Quaid, came in first place despite lower-than-expected earnings.
New films included major releases like Mickey 17 and Black Bag alongside animated features.
fromClickUp
4 months ago

10 Best Blogs for Software Engineers to Follow for Insights

This list cuts through the noise to bring you the best blogs for deep technical insights, industry trends, and actionable strategies.
Web development
Artificial intelligence
fromchannelpro
4 months ago

AI is now vital to MSP growth, but adoption challenges could hamper success

AI is seen as crucial for MSP growth, yet adoption remains low with significant challenges.
Data quality, legacy systems, and talent shortages hinder AI integration in managed services.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
4 months ago

How To Stay Relevant In The Ever-Evolving Communications Field

The communications field is contracting, requiring professionals to innovate and demonstrate their value actively.
Marketing tech
fromRetail Brew
4 months ago

eTail Palm Springs: The biggest takeaways from retail execs

Retail professionals are adapting to transformations in the industry, focusing on customer feedback, influencer marketing, and multigenerational strategies.
fromTearsheet
5 months ago

Cupid's Got a Ledger: Romance and rivalry in finance - Tearsheet

Banks and fintechs are shifting from rivalry to collaboration, recognizing mutual strengths.
Marketing tech
fromABA Journal
5 months ago

How law firms can grow, address artificial intelligence and tackle other challenges in 2025

Industry leaders in litigation support identify common challenges and the importance of technology upgrades.
Adoption of technology and knowledge sharing are crucial in the rapidly evolving legal landscape.
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