Brace yourselves, as I transport you back a decade. It was only yesterday when the sensationally addictive Flappy Bird game, known for causing global uproar, mysteriously vanished from both Android and Apple marketplaces. Yet, here we stand on the precipice of its grand comeback – more captivating, more refined, and, you guessed it, more exhilarating!
As an analyst, I’ve noticed a swift surge in the AI sector, with tech giants like Microsoft, Apple, and Google diving headfirst into this trend as a means to boost their earnings. They’ve managed to carve out their roles within this burgeoning terrain, but at a significant price tag.
If you’re not already familiar, Jackbox Party Games are a collection of entertaining multiplayer games suitable for both in-person get-togethers and online streaming events. Your loved ones can participate using various devices, with popular titles like Quiplash, Drawful, and my favorite, Trivia Murder Party, all accessible by creating a playroom.
I love console gaming. I’ve been mainly playing on console since my parents bought my first Sega Mega Drive (or Genesis as you may know it) back in the early 1990s (yes, I’m dating myself there). As the years went by, the new consoles of the time were always the things I desired the most. When I started earning my own money, I branched out into having Xbox and PlayStation, as well as dabbling with others like the majestic Sega Dreamcast.
Once more, Microsoft is implementing job cuts within its gaming division, coming after the significant reduction of around 1,900 employees earlier this year.
Recently, it was shared that OpenAI was facing potential bankruptcy within a year, anticipating losses of approximately $5 billion. It appeared then as though another investment round from stakeholders could serve as a crucial financial lifeline for the company behind ChatGPT to keep operating.