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Study: In-game ads drive action, but measurement standards lag

Research from Cint, a specialist in research and measurement technology, has revealed new opportunities for advertisers in the gaming space, as consumers show high engagement with video games, and strong receptiveness to in-game ads (IGA) when done right. Key findings from the study include: 49 per cent of respondents say they play video games daily, […]

October 9, 2025

EA acquired by PIF, Silver Lake, Affinity Partners for $55bn

Electronic Arts (EA), the US video game company, has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an investor consortium comprised of PIF, Silver Lake and Affinity Partners in an all-cash transaction that values EA at an enterprise value of approximately $55 billion (€46.8m). Under the terms of the agreement, the consortium will acquire […]

September 29, 2025By Nik Roseveare

Interactive online slots technology trends in advanced television platforms

The living room screen—not so long ago just a place for streaming sitcoms or reruns—has been quietly picking up a new identity: a gateway for interactive gaming. Online slots, in particular, seem to be nudging other formats aside, picking up speed when it comes to new gadgets and platforms. It’s not just mindless spinning and […]

September 22, 2025

How TV streaming is changing casino gaming

Online entertainment is moving fast. People no longer wait for TV schedules or casino trips. From binge-watching on streaming platforms to playing on real money online casinos, everything is now online and easy to access. The line between watching and gaming is getting thinner every year. This shift is changing how people enjoy fun, money, […]

September 19, 2025

Slot games inspired by TV game shows: Bringing the studio to your screen

We all have that one game show we grew up watching — maybe it was Wheel of Fortune, Deal or No Deal, or the high-stakes tension of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? There’s just something irresistible about game shows: the flashing lights, dramatic pauses, enthusiastic hosts, and the thrill of watching ordinary people win […]

September 18, 2025

Data: Fortnite updates drive record UK broadband traffic

Data from Openreach – the UK’s wholesale broadband network – shows that data usage on its new Full Fibre network alone is up more than 35 per cent between January and June 2025, compared to the same period in 2024. And overall traffic on its national broadband network increased by five per cent in the […]

September 17, 2025

Research: Video game TV adaptations significantly boost players

TV adaptations of video games are proving to be rocket fuel for player numbers. Research from Ampere Analysis reveals that screen spin-offs drive average player growth of almost 140 per cent – far higher than uplift from game-based activations alone. Prime Video’s Fallout series that launched in April 2024 saw the franchise’s monthly active users […]

September 16, 2025

LG adding Xbox, Zoom to ACP

LG Electronics is strengthening its position in the Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) era with its webOS-based Automotive Content Platform (ACP). At the IAA Mobility 2025 event, LG hosted a press conference to share its vision for the future of mobility and announce new strategic partnerships. The conference featured key executives including Eun Seok-hyun, president of the […]

September 9, 2025

Report: AI goes mainstream with US teens

Precise TV, the contextual video ad tech platform driving business outcomes for brands, has released its third annual Precise Advertiser Report: Teens & Youth (PARTY), a report analysing input from a proprietary panel of US teens aged 13-17 and their parents. A cross-generational teen panel spanning late Gen Z and early Gen Alpha (Gen Z/A), […]

August 28, 2025

The role of streaming technology in changing online sports betting

If you’ve placed a bet online recently, you’ll know how much the experience has changed. Gone are the days when betting meant scanning static odds and waiting for updates. Now, live streaming sits at the heart of the action, letting you watch, wager, and react in real time. Many platforms, including comparison sites like BestOdds, […]

August 28, 2025