Web3 Gaming Infrastructure

Azra Games raises $42.7M for next-generation mobile RPG with Web3 features

Azra Games has defied the funding gods and raised $42.7 million to accelerate development of its Project Legends mobile role-playing game.

Tech - VentureBeat - October 15

Play unveils Build Play development platform for Web3 games

Play, formerly known as ReadyGG, has launched the Build Play development platform to expand access to Web3 technologies for gaming.

Tech - VentureBeat - October 16

Sequence launches on Google Cloud Marketplace for Web3 gaming tech

Sequence, the all-in-one platform for building Web3 games, has partnered with Google Cloud Marketplace to widen its reach to game developers.

Tech - VentureBeat - October 24

Gam3 Awards 2024 reveals shortlist for Web3 game awards and $5M prize pool

The Gam3 Awards for Web3 games is returning for a third year in a row with a prize pool of $5 million, up from $2 million last year.

Tech - VentureBeat - October 15

Infrastructure is destiny in the AI era

It’s increasingly clear that building more data centers and power plants will catalyze a reindustrialization of the U.S. that benefits the entire country.

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Debt rule to change to fund major projects

Government claims the move contrasts with former PM Liz Truss's controversial mini-Budget.

'Sorry' water boss has plan to end sewage spillages

Water UK chief apologises for the industry's performance as the sector faces a "root and branch" review.

5 Tips to Modernize Your IT Infrastructure

Digitally transforming your business on an ongoing basis will save on costs and staff time.

Business - Inc. - October 31

The UK should resist calls for infrastructure public ownership

Privatisation is not the solution for every situation but it can be highly effective in many cases

World - Financial Times - October 15

IBM stock slips on disappointing consulting and infrastructure revenue

IBM's critical software category performed well due to Red Hat's gains, but the consulting and infrastructure segments pulled down overall results.

Business - CNBC - October 24

Silverstone to upgrade infrastructure as F1’s popularity rises

Home of British Grand Prix builds new infrastructure with facilities to foster next generation of racers

Business - Financial Times - October 27

Europe’s critical infrastructure is becoming dangerously vulnerable

Governments must not only learn lessons from Ukraine about security but stimulate higher private sector investment

World - Financial Times - November 5

Tencent to Invest $500 Million in Cloud Infrastructure in Indonesia

Tencent Holdings plans to set up its third internet data center in Indonesia, as the Chinese tech giant furthers its partnership with GoTo Group and Alibaba Group.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday

Violence spikes in Syria's opposition-held northwest, killing civilians and striking infrastructure

A U.N. official has said he is “alarmed” by escalating violence in Syria’s opposition-held northwest in recent days, including airstrikes that hit near a food distribution site for displaced ...

World - ABC News - October 17

Study: Germany needs €400 billion to renew crumbling infrastructure

World - Yahoo News - October 24

Chancellor to change debt rules to release billions for infrastructure spending

Rachel Reeves tells the BBC the change will allow the government to borrow more money - but cuts are still expected in her first Budget next week.

Israel's first open attack on Iran targets missile sites and apparently spares oil and nuclear ones

Israel has attacked Iran with pre-dawn airstrikes in retaliation for the barrage of ballistic missiles the Islamic Republic fired on Israel earlier this month

World - ABC News - October 26

Watch live: Biden gives remarks on infrastructure, economy in Baltimore

President Biden is in Baltimore on Tuesday, touting his administration's efforts to lower inflation, build up infrastructure and combat the effects of climate change. The White House on Tuesday ...

Politics - The Hill - October 29

Election infrastructure has 'never been more secure,' CISA chief says

Election infrastructure has "never been more secure" CISA chief says

Amazon Shares Rise on Robust Demand, Surge in AI Infrastructure Spending

The tech company’s capital expenditures reached a quarterly record amid a big build-out of artificial-intelligence infrastructure.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31

European Google rivals partner on search engine infrastructure to counter Big Tech

Ecosia and Qwant are partnering to build a European search index and reduce their dependence on U.S. Big Tech firms.

Business - CNBC - 16 hours ago

Trump Will Likely Cut the Ribbons on Biden’s Factories and Infrastructure Projects

The outgoing president funded new plants and big economic initiatives, but his successor may be able to put his name on the finished products.

Business - Inc. - 5 hours ago

Dan Loeb’s Third Point says a Trump win would boost markets, drive up infrastructure spending

Third Point said it believes the Republicans will take control of both the White House and the Senate, leading to deregulation, an increase in U.S. manufacturing, and higher infrastructure spending

Business - MarketWatch - October 18

Exclusive: Northflank scores $22.3 million to make cloud infrastructure less of a nightmare for developers

Northflank raises $22.3M to simplify cloud deployment, offering developers a third path between inflexible platforms and costly internal tools, with backing from Bain Capital Ventures.

Tech - VentureBeat - Yesterday

Game Pass Dumps These Five Games Very Soon

All good things must end As it typically does twice per month, Microsoft is set to remove another batch of titles from the Game Pass library across console, cloud, and PC. The next set of ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 15

Game Pass Is Removing These Seven Games Very Soon

It's time to go As it does each month, Microsoft is removing more titles from the Xbox Game Pass catalog. There are seven games leaving the Game Pass library on November 15, including some ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 4

The Game Theory of Democracy

Countries where democracy is in trouble share a common pattern, and it’s a worrying one for the United States.

World - The New York Times - October 29

Democrats Play the Blame Game

Also, another interest rate cut. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Rodney Alcala: The Killing Game

A photographer who was on "The Dating Game" became one of the nation's deadliest serial killers. eight years after "48 Hours"' first report, new victims emerge. Correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.

Xbox Game Pass Ends October 2024 With Its Biggest Game Yet

Microsoft has announced the wave of games that'll be closing out October through its Game Pass service, and while Call of Duty headlines the latest arrivals, there are some fun alternatives to look ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 15

How Andrew Stephan made War Game — the Ukraine game documentary | The DeanBeat

Andrew Stephan is the director of War Game: The Making of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, a documentary from Microsoft about the ordeal of the game developers at GSC Game World, the Ukraine game studio that had ...

Tech - VentureBeat - October 18

Freddie Freeman turns Game 1 into an instant classic with game-ending slam

The Dodgers' first baseman echoed Kirk Gibson, delivering his first home run of this postseason in epic fashion.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 26

Arcade1Up's Board Game Tablet Is Discounted At Amazon - Comes With Over 100 Games

Arcade1Up's Infinity Game Board is rarely on sale, but Amazon is offering a modest discount right now that drops the price of the digital board game tablet to $473 (was $500) . You may need to ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 1

For game job seekers, the search often leads outside of gaming

Amir Satvat latest data on game job seekers shows that those seeking game jobs are often forced to take jobs outside the industry.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 5

Walleye Shuttle Returns for Saturday Games

Toledo Walleye fans now have an easier way to get to games on the weekends.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16

Who are the Commonwealth Games winners and losers?

The Commonwealth Games will take place in 2026 after Glasgow stepped in to host, but the stripped-back event has left some celebrating and others disappointed.

Hornets vs Rockets Game Highlights

The Hornets defeated the Rockets, 110-105. LaMelo Ball recorded 34 points, 8 rebounds, and 11 assists for the Hornets, while Tre Mann added 24 points and 6 rebounds in the victory. Jalen Green (28 ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 24

Suns vs Lakers Game Highlights

Los Angeles defeats Phoenix, 123-116. For Los Angeles, Anthony Davis led the way with 35 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 blocks while aided by Austin Reaves (26 points (5 3PM), 4 rebounds, 8 ...