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Thematic Analysis
NewGlobal M&A Deals in Q1 2024 – Top Themes by Sector – Thematic intelligence
The global M&A market in Q1 2024 witnessed deals worth $613 billion, a rise of 38% compared to Q1 2024. In terms of deal volume, there was a 13% fall from 8,468 deals in Q1 2023 to 7,248 M&A deals in Q1 2024. The TMT sector led the M&A deal activity, with 2,163 deals worth $186 billion recorded in Q1 2024. Most sectors saw a year-on-year increase in deal activity in Q1 2024. Mega-deals (defined as any deal valued at...
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Sector Analysis
Middle East and Africa (MEA) Egaming Market Latest Developments, Technology and Consumer Behavior Trends
MEA Egaming Market 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 North Africa and the Middle East, several countries also have favorable market fundamentals....
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Sector Analysis
Asia 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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Thematic Analysis
Mobile 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
Net 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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Thematic Analysis
NewDigital Twins – Thematic Intelligence
Digital Twins Thematic Report Overview Digital twins are digital representations of physical assets, systems, people, or processes. They help in detecting, preventing, predicting, and optimizing the physical environment using artificial intelligence (AI), real-time analytics, visualization, and simulation tools. Digital twins can provide short and long-term efficiency and productivity gains by dynamically integrating data and information about an asset, part, process, or system’s lifecycle. They are a data resource that can improve asset design, understand an existing asset’s condition, verify the...
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Analyst Opinions
Immersive Enterprise – Sector Impact of Alternative Reality Technologies
Immersive Enterprise – Sector Impact of Alternative Reality Technologies Report Overview The immersive platform landscape is being shaped by a host of convergent trends, such as advanced hardware, 5G roll-out, cloud computing, miniaturization, and collaborative features among others. This report serves as an invaluable resource for gaining insights into how the adoption of immersive platforms not only enhances user experiences but also cultivates customer-centric strategies. In addition, the report highlights advantages, such as fostering greater engagement, accelerating training and learning,...
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Sector Analysis
Americas eGaming Market – Latest Developments, Telco Value Propositions and Monetization
Americas eGaming Market Report Overview The video game industry is still 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 into the Americas eGaming Market Download a Free...