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How content creators became iGaming’s most effective acquisition channel

There was a time when online casinos competed for the same 30-second TV spots as car insurance companies. Prime-time slots, sports sponsorships, newspaper display ads: the playbook was borrowed wholesale from consumer goods, and for a while, it worked well enough. Then something shifted. The audiences that iGaming operators most wanted to reach stopped watching […]

May 13, 2026

Bluey takeover coming to Apple Arcade

Bluey and her family are coming to Apple Arcade – taking over five popular games with exclusive updates for a limited-time crossover in-game event starting from May 21st. Families and fans can dive into the Bluey fun across Crossy Road Castle, stitch., puffies., Suika Game+ and Disney Coloring World+, without interruptions from ads or in-app purchases. These […]

May 12, 2026By Nik Roseveare

Pocket.watch signs franchise deal with Maizen

Pocket.watch, the next-gen creator media company, and Maizen, the Japanese multimedia entertainment brand and popular YouTube gaming channel, have announced a new partnership to expand its breakout animated stars, JJ & Mikey, into a global franchise spanning publishing, consumer products, original series and content distribution. At the centre of the partnership are JJ & Mikey, […]

May 12, 2026

Survey: Digital patience waning in Germany

A representative YouGov survey conducted in Germany commissioned by the Internet Exchange operator DE-CIX has found that more than half (56 per cent) of users abandon digital applications if they have to wait even just a few seconds. The survey, conducted in April 2026, found expectations are particularly high for applications using AI. Some 54 […]

May 8, 2026

Sandbox launches PlayKids across Samsung ecosystem

Sandbox Group, a specialist in learning-focused entertainment, has announced the launch of its flagship children’s app, PlayKids Learning, on both the Galaxy Store and on Samsung TV Apps. This strategic expansion gives Samsung users worldwide seamless access to the award-winning edutainment platform for young children across smartphones, tablets and smart TVs. By launching on the […]

May 5, 2026By Nik Roseveare

How streaming platforms and online gambling entertainment are converging

The line between broadcast media and the video games industry is blurring. Streaming services like Twitch have attracted a large following while the participation in online gambling has reached new heights. That’s led broadcasters and the companies that operate platform’s like Alderney-regulated PokerStars to pay more attention to where the two industries intersect. A shifting […]

April 27, 2026

NBA Bounce on LG Smart TVs

LG Electronics (LG), in collaboration with game publisher Outright Games and cloud gaming service Blacknut, is bringing NBA Bounce to LG Smart TVs and Smart Monitors. Available via LG Gaming Portal and LG Apps on models running webOS 6.0 and above, the game delivers arcade-style basketball gameplay on the big screen. Designed for all ages […]

April 23, 2026By Nik Roseveare

Roku launches interactive game within screensaver

Roku streamers can play Roku City Dash, an original game that takes users inside Roku City, past iconic buildings and unexpected surprises from outer space. Streamers will be able to compete within their households for high scores in the retro-inspired experience, transforming Roku City into an interactive destination. “Our users have a deep passion for […]

April 21, 2026

Sandbox Group brings PlayKids Learning to Vizio US

Sandbox Group, a specialist in learning-focused entertainment, has announced that its flagship children’s service, PlayKids Learning, is now available to Vizio OS customers in the US.  The app brings a library of educational shows and games directly to American living rooms for $7.99 per month, following a 7-day free trial. PlayKids Learning offers thousands of […]

April 9, 2026

Netflix launches kids’ Playground app

Netflix has rolled out its new Playground app – an expansion to its preschool and kids’ series, films and games lineup. “We’re building a world where kids can not only watch their favourite stories, they can step inside them and interact with their favorite characters,” explained John Derderian, Netflix Vice President of Animation Series + Kids […]

April 7, 2026By Nik Roseveare