Latest Intelligence

Undead Labs splits from Xbox, turns employee-owned and keeps State of Decay 3 on track while Microsoft reshuffles 268 studio jobs.

Binance invests $100M in Circle, expanding USDC partnership, as Iran probes and regulatory issues continue to impact the cryptocurrency market and Binance.

Discord's new non-biometric age verification method introduces fresh privacy and fraud risks for iGaming and crypto operators.

The OCC has approved national trust bank charters for crypto infrastructure firms, including stablecoin banks, marking a significant development in the crypto.

Ex-UK regulator Tim Miller has founded a Tim Miller anti black market consultancy to combat illegal gambling, raising compliance stakes for operators.

MES showcases 300 Mexican titles on Steam, prompting crypto gambling firms to eye new partnership risks and regulatory headaches.

Xbox plans a second round of layoffs and studio consolidation in September 2026, tightening focus on flagship franchises and squeezing margins.

Super Early Bird tickets for PG Connects Jordan drop to $66 until Sep 24, forcing developers and investors to act fast or lose up to $254 in savings.

Massive AI investments in Asia-Pacific strain uneven digital infrastructure, raising risk for online gambling and crypto operators.

Xbox job cuts 268 as part of a wider restructuring that merges studios, expands Activision's remit and moves casual games under King.

The free release of The Light in the Darkness: Director’s Cut on PS5, funded by Meta and the Claims Conference, spotlights how humanitarian titles may serve.

Yggdrasil launches Vikings Go to Hollywood, a high-volatility slot that forces operators to question franchise fatigue and its impact on player value.