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Chemicals and AI: Key Trends Shaping 2025-2026
The chemical industry in 2025 faces ongoing uncertainty due to tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and overcapacity, especially in Europe, which is experiencing plant closures and economic contraction. Meanwhile, India shows rapid growth driven by domestic demand, and China continues to reshape global trade with significant capacity expansion. AI integration is rising across the sector, while sustainability efforts are subdued, impacted by economic and political factors. Overall, the industry is undergoing a major reshaping, with a long-term outlook of recovery possibly not until 2027.
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Ex-Developer Reflects on the Decline of EA and Activision
Originally Published 29 days ago — by Eurogamer
Glen Schofield, founder of Sledgehammer and former EA and Activision developer, reflects on the decline of these major publishers, describing it as bittersweet but hopeful that new leadership will continue to push the industry forward. He reminisces about the intense, passionate culture at both companies and expresses gratitude for their role in his career, despite the industry's ongoing changes.
The Game Awards' Future Class Program Delayed
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Game Developer
The Game Awards' Future Class program has been put on hold for 2025, with no new cohorts or programming planned, leading to disappointment and feelings of neglect among former honorees who feel the organization has not supported or communicated with them adequately.
Forge+Bond Transforms into F+B Sports, a Leading Pickleball Paddle Brand
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Escape Collective
CSS Composites, a manufacturer of high-end thermoplastic carbon rims for bike brands, went out of business unexpectedly, leaving warranties and supply chains in limbo. Remarkably, its Forge+Bond brand and IP have re-emerged less than a month later as F+B Sports, a pickleball paddle company using the same FusionFiber technology, operating from the same facilities, under the umbrella of Future Comp and the Christensen family's network of companies.
GDC Rebrands and Reshapes Its Future Amid Industry Debate
Originally Published 2 months ago — by GamesIndustry.biz
GDC rebranded as 'GDC Festival of Gaming' to broaden its appeal while remaining industry-only, introducing new ticket options and extending content over a week, but faces mixed reactions due to high costs, perceived lack of inclusivity, and concerns about its relevance in a digital age. Industry leaders express hope for positive change but remain cautious about the event's future viability.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Achieves 5.8 Million Sales in First Week
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Gematsu
Pokemon Legends: Z-A sold over 5.8 million copies in its first week, highlighting its strong commercial performance.
Ford Prepares for Q3 Earnings Amid EV Concerns and Market Expectations
Originally Published 2 months ago — by MarketWatch
Ford is expected to report its third-quarter earnings with a focus on record hybrid vehicle sales, especially the hybrid F-150, which could serve as a key earnings booster amid concerns over declining EV demand and supply chain disruptions caused by a fire at an aluminum plant. Despite challenges, Ford's stock has outperformed the market, and the company aims to improve margins and operational performance.
Elon Musk's Call to Cancel Netflix Sparks Major Subscriber Boycott
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Slate
The article discusses a recent right-wing campaign against Netflix, sparked by transphobic outrage over children's content featuring transgender characters and scenes. Led by figures like Libs of TikTok and amplified by Elon Musk, the boycott aims to portray Netflix as promoting indoctrination, but it appears to be more of a grift and a repeat of past outrage cycles, with little lasting impact on the streaming service.
Blizzard Employees Unionize to Secure Pay, AI Regulation, and Job Protections
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Eurogamer
Activision Blizzard's recently unionized SFD team, along with other departments, seeks better pay, AI regulation, layoff protections, and transparency amid industry instability and layoffs following Microsoft's acquisition. The unionization effort aims to secure stability, protect creative work, and improve working conditions in a rapidly changing industry, reflecting a broader trend of increased union activity driven by layoffs and industry frustrations.
Disney's Strategic Shift: Streaming Growth and Market Challenges
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Slate Magazine
Disney is phasing out Hulu's standalone app and integrating it into Disney+ to strengthen its streaming ecosystem, following a deal to buy out NBCUniversal's stake. This move reflects Disney's broader strategy to centralize its brands, compete more aggressively with Netflix, and ensure its properties dominate the streaming landscape, including plans to merge Hulu with live TV services and enhance ESPN's sports offerings. The industry is shifting towards more territorial, brand-centric streaming services, with major players consolidating their content and technology to secure their market positions.
Real Landman Life vs. TV Portrayal in Texas
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Business Insider
Matt Toohey, a seasoned landman in Texas, discusses the realism of the TV show 'Landman,' noting it exaggerates some aspects like cartel involvement but accurately depicts the land negotiation process and industry terminology, highlighting the middleman role of landmen in oil and gas operations.