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Intel releases neural texture compression SDK for game devs

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Intel launches neural texture compression SDK to help game developers cut texture storage and memory use, with up to 17x savings.
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Nvidia unveils data-centre RTX servers for game dev

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Nvidia pitches RTX PRO data-centre servers to virtualise game development, unifying creative, AI and QA workloads on shared GPUs.
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From video games to AI visibility: How women in tech can build authority through PR

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From gaming roots to AI-era PR, women in tech can turn media visibility into authority, unlocking investors, customers and influence.
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UK developer pay hits record levels as AI skills drive demand

Fri, 31st Oct 2025
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UK developer salaries hit record highs, with AI specialists earning up to GBP £122,000 as demand for advanced tech skills surges amid industry growth.
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Four in five gamers encounter cheating, risking studio revenue

Mon, 18th Aug 2025
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Four in five gamers have encountered cheating, with 55% reducing in-game spending, posing serious revenue risks for game studios worldwide.
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Xsolla unveils LiveOps suite to boost D2C game monetisation

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Xsolla launches its LiveOps Management Suite, a no-code tool to help game developers boost direct-to-consumer monetisation with real-time campaign management.
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Xsolla launches Unity SDK to boost direct game monetisation

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Xsolla has launched a new Unity SDK to help developers monetise games directly, with cross-platform support and over 1,000 payment methods worldwide.
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Xsolla updates Web Shop for mobile games to boost direct revenue

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Xsolla updates its Web Shop for mobile games, boosting direct revenue with new features that enhance monetisation and player retention for studios worldwide.
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Xsolla report reveals video game industry trends & EU regulatory shifts

Fri, 17th May 2024
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Xsolla's latest report spotlights game development trends, EU regulations favouring developers, and a 25% job growth prediction in the industry by 2032.
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Adobe integrates Firefly AI into Substance 3D for game devs

Tue, 19th Mar 2024
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Adobe introduces Firefly-powered generative AI features into its Substance 3D design platform, enhancing efficiency and creative potential for game developers and VFX professionals.
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k-ID unveils global gaming safety platform for age-appropriate app dev

Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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Tech firm k-ID introduces revolutionary platform to ensure global gaming safety compliance and providing age-appropriate experiences for young gamers.
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NVIDIA releases the GeForce RTX 4060 game-ready driver

Fri, 30th Jun 2023
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The NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture at the heart of the GeForce RTX 4060 delivers a massive upgrade, with AI-powered DLSS 3, and supercharging creative apps.
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Kiwi creators along with British company bring Thunderbirds back to life

Tue, 3rd May 2016
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A new Thunderbirds Are Go: Adventures app has been developed by a British production company and Kiwi developers.
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NZ Video Games Praised in Best of 2013 Lists

Thu, 19th Dec 2013
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NZ's video game industry triumphs internationally, with five games praised in 2013's best-of lists, showcasing the country's creative force.