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business1 month ago•7 min saved

Asia & MENA Gaming Poised for 2026 Growth, Niko Predicts

Niko Partners’ 2026 forecast for Asia & MENA’s video-game market sees continued recovery and a move toward a $100B+ opportunity by 2029, with 1.7B gamers. Key trends include female players reaching over 40%, uneven mobile growth favoring Asia & MENA, a likely Nintendo Switch 2 price hike, more China game licenses, stronger child-safety regulations, growing adoption of genAI in development, a shift toward smaller M&A targets, live-service games adding UGC tools and revenue sharing, a move away from gachas, and evergreen IPs raising entry barriers for new titles.

via Niko Partners|

#2026-predictions #asia-mena #business

entertainment1 month ago•7 min saved

2026 MCU and Box Office Outlook: Breakthrough or Breakpoint?

The 2026 box office is expected to feature major franchises like Avengers, Spider-Man, and Star Wars, with predictions highlighting potential hits such as 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,' 'Toy Story 5,' and 'The Odyssey,' while also noting risks with new and rebooted properties like 'Clayface' and 'The Bride!'. The industry faces unpredictability post-COVID, with some franchises expected to perform strongly and others potentially struggling.

via Variety|

#2026-predictions #avengers #box-office

science1 month ago•4 min saved

Top Scientific Breakthroughs to Watch for in 2026

The article humorously outlines nine scientific breakthroughs hoped for in 2026, including new animal discoveries, advancements in translation software, innovative energy sources like finger scrolling, and solutions for human habits like bedtime procrastination, all amid a backdrop of global concerns and scientific marvels from 2025.

via The Guardian|

#2026-predictions #animal-discoveries #renewable-energy

business1 month ago•2 min saved

Key Energy Trends and Predictions for 2026

Oil prices are expected to fall below $50 in 2026 due to increased global supplies and demand concerns, leading to sector consolidation and a shift towards gas-fueled growth drivers by oil companies.

via Yahoo Finance|

#2026-predictions #business #oil-prices

business1 month ago•4 min saved

2026 Energy Outlook: Key Predictions and Trends

The article predicts that in 2026, oil prices will likely crash below $50 but then recover, leading to increased mergers in the sector, and a shift towards natural gas and AI data center investments by oil companies, setting the stage for potential growth despite a challenging year for oil prices.

via The Motley Fool|

#2026-predictions #business #energy-investments

awards1 month ago•5 min saved

Guide to Watching the 2026 Critics Choice Awards and Nominations

The 31st Critics Choice Awards predictions favor 'One Battle After Another' for major wins like best picture and director, while 'Sinners' is expected to lead in total trophies, with a competitive acting race and potential surprises across categories.

via Variety|

#2026-predictions #awards #critics-choice-awards

technology1 month ago•10 min saved

AI and DevOps: Transforming the Future of Platform Engineering in 2026

In 2026, AI will increasingly merge with platform engineering, serving as an amplifier for human-led software development rather than a replacement. Organizations that strategically adopt AI through robust platform strategies and focus on developer experience will lead the way, with AI tools significantly boosting developer productivity and enabling autonomous AI agents. Leadership clarity and user-centric approaches will be crucial for successful AI integration, fostering innovation and efficiency in software development.

via The New Stack|

#2026-predictions #ai #developer-productivity

technology1 month ago•7 min saved

Top PC Gaming Highlights and Releases to Watch in 2026

The article humorously predicts key PC gaming stories for 2026, including union battles at Rockstar, Saudi Arabia's proposed acquisition of EA, debates on adult content in games, Xbox's decline, ongoing conflicts in Ukraine affecting Ukrainian developers, and the potential burst of the generative AI bubble, highlighting a tumultuous year ahead for the industry.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#2026-predictions #ai-bubble #ea-saudi-acquisition

finance1 month ago•201 min saved

Wall Street's 2026 Outlook: Trends, Predictions, and Market Tests

Modest global economic growth is expected in 2026, driven by policy support, AI capital expenditure, and resilient markets, with the US leading the recovery. Inflation remains sticky, and the dollar is projected to decline, while risks include policy uncertainties and geopolitical tensions.

via Bloomberg.com|

#2026-predictions #ai-investment #dollar-decline

real-estate1 month ago•4 min saved

Commercial Real Estate Outlook for 2026: Opportunities and Challenges

The article discusses potential major changes in the real estate industry in 2026, including possible overturning of key settlement agreements affecting buyer agent commissions, increased MLS consolidation, a rise in lifestyle renters due to affordability issues, and ongoing government efforts for housing reform, with a turbulent but transformative year anticipated.

via RealEstateNews.com|

#2026-predictions #buyer-agent-commissions #housing-reform

technology1 month ago•17 min saved

Top Camera Picks and Trends to Watch in 2026

The article predicts the most exciting cameras to expect in 2026, including innovations from DJI, Sony, Canon, and Apple, with notable mentions of a 360 drone, advanced smartphones, and professional cameras, highlighting ongoing advancements and market trends.

via TechRadar|

#2026-predictions #camera-technology #cameras

business1 month ago•9 min saved

Stock Market Outlook and Predictions for 2026

The article predicts a volatile 2026 with major stock indices likely to decline by at least 20%, a shift of the Federal Reserve from stabilizer to liability, the resurgence of stagflation, a burst of the quantum computing bubble, sector rotations favoring consumer staples over tech, Meta Platforms' potential stock split, Nvidia's decline in market cap, tariffs impacting earnings, record share buybacks, and SpaceX's IPO possibly surpassing all previous records.

via The Motley Fool|

#2026-predictions #business #recession

entertainment1 month ago•5 min saved

Hollywood's 2026 Outlook: Dominance, Deals, and Cultural Shifts

The article predicts that in 2026, 'Odyssey' will be the biggest film hit, Netflix is favored to win the Warner Bros. acquisition, Bob Iger will step down from Disney, and AI will significantly impact Hollywood and the music industry, amidst ongoing industry upheavals and technological changes.

via Variety|

#2026-predictions #ai-in-entertainment #entertainment

business1 month ago•2 min saved

Top AI Stocks to Watch in 2026, Highlighted by Wall Street Experts

Wall Street's top tech bull Dan Ives predicts that five stocks will dominate the AI market by 2026, highlighting a significant 'AI inflection' point for investors.

via TipRanks|

#2026-predictions #ai-stocks #business

technology1 month ago

Apple's AI Strategy Aims for Major Breakthroughs by 2026

The article predicts that Apple will reverse its AI slump by 2026, highlighting insights from tech and business leaders who follow The Information.

via The Information|

#2026-predictions #ai #apple