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Thematic Analysis
NewMobile Gaming – Thematic Intelligence
Mobile Gaming Thematic Intelligence Report Overview The mobile gaming market is already bigger than the console and PC gaming markets combined. The growing maturity of streaming (supported by 5G), cloud gaming, and mobile esports, combined with the fact that mobile platforms are close to technological parity with PCs and consoles, means most gamers will embrace mobile gaming in the next few years. The mobile gaming thematic intelligence report provides an overview of the mobile gaming theme and identifies the key...
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Thematic Analysis
NewNet Zero Strategies in the Media Sector – Thematic Intelligence
Net Zero Strategies in Media Thematic Overview Net zero means cutting greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) to as close to zero as possible. Firms that achieve net zero emissions are called “carbon neutral.” Companies are under pressure to cut emissions as countries aim to achieve their climate commitments. Emissions are offset by supporting projects that reduce emissions or remove greenhouse gases from the atmosphere. Business operations generate Scope 1 and 2 emissions which make up more than 30% of total emissions on...
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Sector Analysis
Europe Egaming Market – Latest Developments, Telco Value Propositions and Monetization
Europe eGaming Market Report Overview The video game industry is growing and evolving owing to technical innovation. The emergence of non-conventional distribution channels (e.g., cloud gaming) and changing consumer demands such as eSports and in-app micro-transactions have also revolutionized the industry. Furthermore, technologies such as AR/VR, cloud, and 5G are expected to drive innovation in the gaming industry and propel penetration in emerging markets. Buy the Full Report for More Insights Europe eGaming Market Download a Free Sample Report The...
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Sector Analysis
NewMiddle East and Africa (MEA) Egaming Market Latest Developments, Technology and Consumer Behavior Trends
Middle East and Africa (MEA) eGaming Market – Latest Developments, Telco Value Propositions and Monetization Report Overview The widespread use of gaming, in mobile devices, consoles, and PCs, in the MEA region is attributed to the enhancement and expansion of internet infrastructure, subsequent high-speed internet access, and availability of affordable smartphones. Countries such as Nigeria and South Africa, with the above average smartphone subscription penetration, are the epitome of the development of the mobile gaming industry in Sub-Saharan Africa. In...
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Sector Analysis
NewAsia Pacific (APAC) Egaming Market – Latest Developments, Telco Value Propositions and Monetization
Asia Pacific (APAC) eGaming Market – Latest Developments, Telco Value Propositions and Monetization Report Overview Cloud gaming is transforming the gaming market just like what Netflix did for streaming movies. It eliminated the need for gamers to have the latest expensive hardware (for instance, gaming consoles and/or PCs), instead emphasizing connectivity and a relatively low-cost cloud gaming platform subscription. Cloud gaming is also beneficial from the gaming developers’ point of view as it makes gaming more accessible and open to...
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Analyst Opinions
Blockchain Disruptors in Southeast Asia’s Gaming Landscape
Blockchain Disruptors in Southeast Asia's Gaming Report Overview Blending blockchain with gaming allows startups to provide asset security and true digital ownership. It helps create player-driven ecosystems, and innovative gaming experiences by transforming the traditional gaming market and enhancing player engagement. The growth of blockchain gaming in Southeast Asia (SEA) is fueled by heightened player engagement through real asset ownership, transparent transactions, strong support from government policies, and strategic collaborations and investments. Key Countries · Indonesia · Myanmar · The...
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Thematic Analysis
Internet of Things (IoT) in Media – Thematic Intelligence
Internet of Things (IoT) in Media Thematic Report Overview The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the use of connected sensors and actuators to control and monitor the environment, the things that move within it, and the people that act within it. IoT remains invaluable for media as it can be used for connecting devices and collecting user data to create more customized and engaging experiences, cut costs, and enhance the efficiency of operations. The Internet of Things (IoT) in...
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Thematic Analysis
Social Media – Thematic Intelligence
Social Media Report Overview Social media companies are diversifying away from their ad-funded business model due to increased regulatory scrutiny. In 2023 alone, some leading players have been fined for breaching data privacy laws over their ad-targeting practices. Regulators have also accused them of monopolistic behavior around access to personal data. The social media thematic report provides an overview of the social media theme. It identifies the key trends impacting the growth of the sector over the next 12 to...
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Thematic Analysis
Ecommerce Sector Scorecard, Q3 2023 Update – Thematic Intelligence
Data privacy remains one of the biggest challenges for ecommerce companies. Three of the top 10 companies on the thematic screen of GlobalData’s ecommerce sector scorecard (Shopify, JD.com, and Zalando) score 2 out of 5 for the data privacy theme, suggesting that their activity in this theme will be detrimental to future performance. Indeed, over half of the 60 companies in the sector scorecard have scores of either 1 or 2 in the data privacy theme.
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Thematic Analysis
Gaming Sector Scorecard, Q3 2023 Update – Thematic Intelligence
Tencent tops the thematic screen of GlobalData’s gaming sector scorecard. It scores 5 out of 5 across six of the 10 themes that matter most in this market, including mobile gaming, social media, ecommerce, esports, game development, and China impact. It scores 4 out of 5 for the artificial intelligence (AI), metaverse, and cloud gaming themes. The only theme in which Tencent does not score well is regulation, but it is far from alone. All gaming companies risk being impacted...