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Research: School’s out, screens on

Virgin Media O2 has released data that shows children are reaching for screens as soon as school finishes, with a clear spike in broadband traffic at 3:40pm every weekday. The surge is being driven by data-heavy TV streaming and families watching YouTube.   The weekday traffic jump comes from Virgin Media O2’s broadband network analysis, which […]

April 24, 2025

Xbox Cloud Gaming live on LG Smart TVs; Record Q1

LG Electronics has announced the arrival of the Xbox app (in Beta) on LG Smart TVs, allowing users to stream Xbox games on the big screen at home. Gamers in over 25 countries are now able to play the latest indie hits to the biggest AAA titles directly through the Xbox app on their LG […]

April 24, 2025

Bandai Namco, AirConsole, VW bring Pac-Man into vehicles

Volkswagen (VW) is expanding its gaming offering in selected models. The Pac-Man Championship Edition is now available in the optional AirConsole In-Car App for playing on the infotainment display in a parked vehicle. A smartphone serves as the controller. VW is the first automotive manufacturer to combine the new game with the vehicle’s background lighting […]

April 14, 2025

Netflix launches Black Mirror mobile game

Tying in with the release of Season 7 of Black Mirror on Netflix, the streaming platform has launched Thronglets, a mobile game from Night School studio. The game features in the new Season 7 episode Plaything, set in the same universe as Black Mirror’s iconic Bandersnatch episode. Thronglets is a long-lost Tuckersoft game that hasn’t […]

April 10, 2025By Nik Roseveare

Funbet Casino NZ and the role of live-streaming technology

The rise of live-streaming technology is revolutionising the online casino industry. Funbet Casino NZ leads the charge in integrating this innovation to elevate player interaction. Discover how these advancements are reshaping the gaming experience today. In recent years, the integration of live-streaming technology into the online casino ecosystem has become a game-changer. This trend reflects […]

April 10, 2025

The best slot scenes to feature in TV shows

Many TV shows and movies have emerged as cultural reflections of our daily lives. Since many people enjoy playing slot machines, it is unsurprising that scenes with slot machines have been incorporated in TV shows and movies. In addition, slot machines have become iconic symbols for excitement, fun and quick money, which have only broadened […]

April 2, 2025

WWE superstars takeover Clash of Clans ahead of WrestleMania 41

WWE, part of TKO Group, and Supercell’s popular mobile game Clash of Clans, have announced a new partnership that will see a roster of WWE Superstars headline an in and out-of-game event throughout the month of April.  Under the new partnership, Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, Rhea Ripley, The Undertaker, Bianca Belair and other WWE […]

April 1, 2025

5’s Milkshake! launches personalised viewing service with Mixmups

5 and preschool show Mixmups have launched Mixmups with Ultra Access on Milkshake! online. Commissioned by Paramount’s Louise Bucknole and conceived by show creator Rebecca Atkinson, these ten episodes use interactive streaming technology to enhance accessibility beyond traditional subtitles and audio descriptions. Mixmups with Ultra Access is produced by Mackinnon and Saunders and powered by […]

March 31, 2025

Fnatic appoints IMG

Gaming and eSports performance brand, Fnatic, has appointed IMG, the sports marketing agency, as its exclusive commercial agency to accelerate the eSports organisation’s growth worldwide. Under the agreement, IMG will provide new sponsorship opportunities for Fnatic across its performance team’s jersey, talent, and digital assets. This includes branded content opportunities for Fnatic’s global network of […]

March 31, 2025

Ubisoft creates new subsidiary

Games specialist Ubisoft says that it is accelerating its transformation by taking an important step in rapidly evolving its operating model with the creation of a dedicated subsidiary based on its Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six brands. Following the formal and competitive selection process initiated by the Group earlier in 2025, […]

March 28, 2025