"Square Enix Commits to Aggressive AI and Blockchain Strategy in 2024"

Square Enix's president, Takashi Kiryu, has announced an "aggressive" strategy for incorporating AI into game development, alongside a focus on blockchain entertainment and cloud technologies. In a New Year's letter, Kiryu highlighted the potential of AI to revolutionize content creation and improve development productivity. The company also plans to restructure to support these technological investments, continuing its commitment to blockchain and cloud services as a means to diversify revenue streams and foster a creative environment for employees. This follows a consistent interest in AI and blockchain technology, despite mixed reactions to their previous AI-driven game releases.