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Gaming Market , 53% of Growth to Originate from APAC, Technavio

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NEW YORK, Dec. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The global gaming market size is estimated to grow by USD 117.2 Billion from 2024 to 2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 9.56% during the forecast period.

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Base Year

2023

Forecast period

2024-2028

Historic Data for

2018 – 2022

Segments Covered

Type (Casual gaming and Professional gaming), Platform (Online and Offline), Device (Mobile gaming, Console gaming, and PC gaming), and Geography (APAC, North America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and South America) 

Key Companies Covered

Activision Blizzard Inc., Apple Inc., Bandai Namco Holdings Inc., Bowlero Corp., Chicago Gaming Co., DeNA Co. Ltd., Electronic Arts Inc., Epic Games Inc., GungHo Online Entertainment Inc., Microsoft Corp., NetEase Inc., Netmarble Corp., Niantic Inc., Nintendo Co., Ltd., Rovio Entertainment Corp., Sony Group Corp., Square Enix Holdings Co. Ltd., The Walt Disney Co., Ubisoft Entertainment SA, and Zeptolab UK Ltd. 

Regions Covered

APAC, North America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and South America

Region Outlook

North AmericaEuropeAsiaRest of World

1. APAC – APAC is estimated to contribute 53%. To the growth of the global market. The Gaming Market report forecasts market growth by revenue at global, regional & country levels from 2017 to 2027.  The gaming market offers an form of home entertainment for individuals of all ages, providing graphics-rich experiences that transport players into new worlds. Video games offer various forms of entertainment, from stress relief through relaxing activities like painting and crafting, to intense gaming sessions featuring tactical missions in first-person shooter or action games. Teamwork and a sense of achievement are key elements in many games, offering self-satisfaction and joy. The youth population and older adults alike find solace in gaming as a form of indoor leisure activity. With advancements in technology, mobile games and 4G connectivity enable gaming on the go, making it accessible to a wider audience. However, concerns regarding addiction issues persist, particularly with intense gaming and social anxiety. Graphics have evolved significantly, with 3D realistic graphics becoming the norm in many games. Gameplay caters to diverse interests, including sports, role-playing, and strategic missions. Home entertainment systems and mobile cellular subscriptions have made gaming a popular pastime, offering a wide range of options for family game time and personal enjoyment.

The gaming market is a significant business sector, attracting numerous investors and companies. In 2020, the global gaming market revenue reached USD159.3 billion. Consumers spend on gaming hardware, software, and subscriptions. Popular genres include action, adventure, sports, and strategy games. The market’s growth is driven by technological advancements, increasing internet penetration, and the rising popularity of esports. Companies focus on creating engaging games, enhancing user experiences, and expanding their reach through various platforms.

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Segmentation Overview

Type 1.1 Casual gaming1.2 Professional gamingPlatform 2.1 Online2.2 OfflineDevice 3.1 Mobile gaming3.2 Console gaming3.3 PC gamingGeography 4.1 APAC4.2 North America4.3 Europe4.4 Middle East and Africa4.5 South America

1.1 Fastest growing segment:

The casual gaming market refers to the segment of video games that do not demand extensive time commitment from players. Casual gamers are individuals who enjoy playing games without investing significant resources or time. Companies providing casual gaming services generate revenue by licensing gaming software to end-users. The casual gaming sector is expanding due to the rising popularity of mobile gaming. Unlike dedicated gamers, casual gamers do not invest in gaming peripherals. They prefer mobile devices over PCs and consoles due to easy access to games. Many casual gamers opt for online mobile gaming, enabling them to play their preferred games from anywhere at any time. The accessibility of casual games, their ease of use, and their compatibility with various devices have made them popular among a broad audience. Additionally, the social interaction aspect of casual games, where players can engage with friends or family, adds an extra layer of enjoyment. For instance, Player Unknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) is a successful online multiplayer battle royale game that offers social interaction opportunities. Players can communicate using voice chat, enhancing the gaming experience, particularly when playing with friends. This social element contributes to the overall growth of the casual gaming market.

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Research Analysis

The gaming market is a thriving industry that provides endless entertainment for people of all ages and backgrounds. With the rise of home entertainment systems, video games have become a popular form of stress relief and a source of joy for kids and older adults alike. For the youth population, gaming offers a sense of achievement, self-satisfaction, and social connection through teamwork and multiplayer games. The market caters to various genres, including shooter, action, sports, role-playing, and educational courses, with 3D realistic graphics and tactical missions adding to the experience. The advent of mobile phones, tablets, and 5G technology has made gaming more accessible than ever before, according to the latest GSMA report. Whether it’s for family game time, indoor activities, or a way to combat social anxiety, gaming offers something for everyone.

Market Overview

The gaming market is a vibrant and ever-evolving industry that offers a world of entertainment for people of all ages. From kids to older adults, video games provide a sense of joy, achievement, and self-satisfaction. They serve as an excellent stress reliever and a way to foster teamwork and social connections. With the rise of home entertainment systems and advanced technology, gaming has become a popular leisure activity for individuals and families. Indoor games, including painting, crafting, and mobile games, have gained significant traction, especially during the pandemic. The youth population and internet users are particularly drawn to mobile gaming, with smartphones and tablets becoming essential tools for accessing games. However, concerns around addiction issues and intense gaming can lead to negative consequences, such as social anxiety and isolation. Technology advancements, including 4G connectivity, mobile cellular subscriptions, and the emergence of 5G, have revolutionized the gaming landscape. Cloud gaming services and mobile gaming have become increasingly popular, with new genres and game worlds offering experiences. Game developers continue to push the boundaries of storytelling, graphics, and gameplay, incorporating virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) into their creations. The game creation process has become more accessible with cloud platforms and online gaming platforms, enabling individuals to design and develop their games. The gaming industry is constantly evolving, with new trends, technologies, and genres emerging regularly. Whether it’s action, sports, role-playing, or tactical missions, there’s a game for every preference and skill level. Attractive weapons, multiplayer functionality, and 3D realistic graphics add to the overall gaming experience. Education courses and game design programs also offer opportunities for individuals to learn and grow within the industry.

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Key Topics Covered:

Executive SummaryMarket LandscapeMarket SizingHistoric Market SizeFive Forces AnalysisMarket SegmentationCustomer LandscapeGeographic LandscapeDrivers, Challenges, and TrendsVenodr LandscapeVendor AnalysisAppendix

About Technavio

Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions.

With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio’s report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio’s comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios.

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AFP Launches No Code AI for Finance Certificate to Upskill Finance Teams

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New certificate empowers financial professionals with real-world AI skills that don’t require programming expertise

ROCKVILLE, Md., April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Association for Financial Professionals (AFP) announced the launch of its No Code AI for Finance Certificate Program. Taught by an AI expert with a background in finance and operations, the virtual on-demand program goes beyond theory, providing practical applications of AI in finance.

Key takeaways

Practical curriculum: The certificate course, developed through feedback from finance practitioners, provides hands-on exercises and lessons on building a data foundation, training and interpreting machine learning models, generating insights with generative AI and embedding ethics in AI adoptionSelf-paced learning: Once registered for the certificate, eight hours of on-demand content across four modules are available in AFP Learn.Professional recognition: The certificate course is eligible for 9.6 CTP, FPAC and CCM Credits and provides a Digital Badge and printable certificate upon successful completion.

Why it matters
The finance function is at a critical turning point. Data volumes are growing while finance professionals are increasingly being asked to do more with less. The No Code AI for Finance Certificate equips teams to scale their impact by automating labor-intensive workflows and speeding up processes while maintaining accuracy.

Comprehensive curriculum
The certificate program includes four modules that are tailored to the specific needs of finance professionals:

Data Foundations for Trustworthy Finance Analytics: Learn about decision cycles AI can shorten, mitigation tactics for AI hallucinations, and the difference between supervised, unsupervised and generative tasks.Understanding the Full Machine Learning Process and Its Results: Learn to frame finance machine learning problems correctly, choose and defend the right success metrics for each task and translate model results into business-ready insights.Generative AI for Finance: Smarter Questions, Faster Insights: Learn to write prompts for GenAI, generate and refine GenAI-supported data-prep code, pressure test insights with GenAI and apply guardrails for GenAI.From AI Capability to Adoption & Ethics by Design: Learn to select and prioritize a first AI pilot, design an operating cadence, draft an ethics and risk control sheet, and define ROI and adoption KPIs.

Each module includes downloadable assets to help learners apply the lessons to their day-to-day work.

Key quote
“At AFP, we recognized a clear need for training that addresses finance-specific applications of AI. This certificate acts as a bridge to connect financial professionals to the transformative power of AI, ensuring they remain the indispensable strategic partners their organizations require,” said Pat Culkin, President & CEO of AFP.

Ready to lead AI adoption in your finance team?
Enroll in the certificate program and begin working toward the No Code AI for Finance Certificate.

FAQs
Who should enroll in this certificate program?
The program is designed for financial professionals at all levels looking to integrate AI into their workflows.

Are there any prerequisites for the course?
There are no prerequisites for this course. It is accessible to professionals of all technical backgrounds. No coding knowledge is required.

How is the course delivered?
The course consists of eight hours of on-demand content across four modules, which can be completed at the learner’s own pace.

How much does it cost to enroll in the certificate program?
The certificate program is $295 for AFP members and $495 for non-members.

About AFP®
Headquartered outside of Washington, D.C., and located regionally in Singapore, the Association for Financial Professionals (AFP) is the professional society committed to advancing the success of treasury and finance members and their organizations. Established and administered by AFP, the Certified Treasury Professional and Certified Corporate FP&A Professional credentials set standards of excellence in treasury and finance. Each year, AFP hosts the largest networking conference worldwide for about 7,000 corporate financial professionals.

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Joe Hodanich
Senior Director, Digital Strategy & Content
Association for Financial Professionals
Email: jhodanich@financialprofessionals.org

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KT Corp. Files 2025 Annual Report on Form 20-F

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SEOUL, South Korea, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — KT Corporation (NYSE: KT), South Korea’s largest integrated telecom and digital platform service provider, announced that it has filed its Form 20- F Annual Report on April 29th, 2026 for the year ended December 31, 2025 with the Securities and Exchange Commission of the United States. The report can be accessed on KT’s English website at https://corp.kt.com/eng in the Investors section under Business Report as well as the SEC’s Edgar database at www.sec.gov. Shareholders may also request a hard copy of the Form 20-F Annual Report that includes audited financial statements of 2025, free of charge, by sending an e-mail to the Company’s IR department at ktir@kt.com.

About KT Corporation (KRX: 030200; NYSE: KT)

KT Corporation is the leading integrated telecommunications and platform service provider based in South Korea. Principal services include mobile, Broadband, IPTV, B2B communications, and fixed-line telephony. The Company has industry-leading market presence in Broadband, media services, and fixed-line telephony by maintaining the No.1 market share positions. Also, the Company is the No.1 player in B2B communications and offers a wide range of digital transformation services (DC, Cloud, AI, etc.). Additionally, the Company possesses a well-balanced portfolio of diverse subsidiaries focusing on media/content, financial services, real estate developments, and commerce industries.

Forward-Looking Statements

This communication contains “forward-looking statements” that are based on our current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about us and the industries in which we operate. The forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Generally, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “project,” “should,” and similar expressions. Those statements include, among other things, the discussions of our business strategy and expectations concerning our market position, future operations, margins, profitability, liquidity and capital resources. We caution you that reliance on any forward-looking statement involves risks and uncertainties, and that although we believe that the assumptions on which our forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, any of those assumptions could prove to be inaccurate, and, as a result, the forward-looking statements based on those assumptions could be incorrect. The uncertainties in this regard include, but are not limited to, those identified in the risk factors discussed above. In light of these and other uncertainties, you should not conclude that we will necessarily achieve any plans and objectives or projected financial results referred to in any of the forward-looking statements. We do not undertake to release the results of any revisions of these forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances.

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+82-70-4193-4036
ktir@kt.com

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SK TELECOM CO. LTD. FILES ITS ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 20-F

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SEOUL, South Korea, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On April 29, 2026, SK Telecom Co., Ltd. filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2025 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The 2025 Annual Report on Form 20-F can be viewed on www.sktelecom.com, as well as from the website of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov. Printed copies of SK Telecom’s complete audited financial statements (including footnotes) as of and for the year ended December 31, 2025 can be requested, free of charge, by written request to skt.ir@sk.com.

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