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Nex lands over $150 million in equity and debt to push its active-play console into Europe and Asia, shaking up family-gaming and iGaming supply chains.

However, as Yee notes, free-to-play requires a massive install base to be viable, which can be a significant challenge for developers.

The Tokyo Game Show 2026, held September 16-20, celebrated classic franchises while exposing the industry’s uneasy relationship with AI.

The Green Games Jam 2026 awards saw Northern Forge Studios and Runaway Play emerge as leaders, highlighting the growing importance of ESG-focused gaming.

FIRST.bet partners with Vyking to launch a sportsbook in Bulgaria, tackling licensing, AML compliance and crypto liquidity risks for the new venture.

Betfred founder Fred Done says the Betfred high street betting death 2030 is imminent, urging operators to shift to crypto-enabled platforms or face extinction.

PG Connects Nordics 2026 promises dense matchmaking, multi-platform tracks and AI summit, forcing developers to weigh cost versus exposure.

A deepfake Instagram ad using Alphonso Davies' family drives traffic to offshore Oxibet, sparking regulator warnings in Alberta.

Faraday Future robot launch on Sep 19 2026 introduces nine AI-driven robots that could redefine iGaming hardware, crypto-backed services, and regulatory risk.

The Tokyo Game Show scrapped its fifth day as a typhoon loomed, prompting refunds and raising operational risks for gaming expos.

GamesIndustry.biz confirms AI, neurodiversity and resilience workshops at its September HR Summit, signaling deeper workplace shifts in gaming.

The GDC Advisory Board expansion introduces four seasoned professionals who will influence the Festival of Gaming agenda and crypto-gaming collaborations.