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Recently, I came across the news about emergence of a new gaming powerhouse. Remember Snake on your old Nokia? Forget those pixelated beginnings because Helsinki has shed its skin and become the undisputed heavyweight champion of mobile gaming. With a staggering 240+ studios (a 20% jump since last year) pumping out pixelated magic, this Nordic nation isn't just playing, it's redefining the game. But how did a nation synonymous with reindeer and saunas conquer the digital battlefield? ⭐ According to a report by Neogames, the Finnish game industry association, the country's gaming sector generated €2.2 billion in revenue in 2021, with mobile games contributing significantly to this figure. ⭐ Finland's government goes beyond merely 'talking the talk.' It has invested €2.5 billion in R&D (among the highest in the world) and supports initiatives like Tekes, a dedicated innovation agency nurturing startups such as Supercell. ⭐ Helsinki pulsates with a vibrant gaming culture as well. Moreover, events like Slush, Europe's biggest startup gathering, attract global talent and investors, opening new avenues for collaboration and innovation.

💥🚀🛠️ 🇪🇺 - Research to Reality Day Two 06/02/24, at The EGG Brussels. On this occasion, we will be present with HITT XR Wallonia - Human Interaction Technology Transfer | S3 Wallonia | Smart Specialisation Strategy to contribute to the implementation of European technological innovation projects related to immersive technologies. How does Europe gain strategic leadership in key digital technologies, with real benefits for its citizens and businesses? How can Europe’s research on digital technologies help to achieve the ambitions of its Digital Decade and of the twin transition? What are the challenges for creating a well-streamlined European digital funding and investment landscape, and how to overcome them? The first day features keynotes, interactive breakout sessions and workshops aimed at creating mutual synergies between digital research in Horizon Europe and actions in the Digital Europe Programme. Inspired by current achievements and by your needs, insights and experience, we will craft concrete recommendations and actions for better aligning these major European digital funding and investment programs. More info ===> https://lnkd.in/eywt5mAP Sebastien Nahon Anissa Biddau Annabelle Gouze Savine Moucheron Corinne Boulangier Benoît Leloutre Thierry Dutoit Kevin El Haddad Thierry Ravet Abd-Samad Habbachi Sambrinvest A6K RTBF Le CLICK Technocité S3 Wallonia | Smart Specialisation Strategy Media Innovation & Intelligibility Lab - MiiL

It is excellent that we showcase how our streaming platform can change how we train and educate, allowing new ways of immersive learning that no other medium can offer. #VR #AR #XR #SpacialComputing #Metaverse

🚀 THE CULTURHUB COMMUNITY PLATFORM OF THE DIGITAL ART HOUSE PROJECT IS NOW HERE! (OPEN CALL) CULTURHUB brings together international cultural professionals and organizations to share their expertise and resources. One of the hub’s core activities is a digital co-residency for cultural professionals and organizations, which acts as an incubator and a think tank to develop new forms of co-production and collaboration, as well as the culture of the platform itself. The CULTURHUB community is open for applications through an open call and It is aimed at cultural professionals and organizations. 👾 Let’s start co-creating the future – together! All community partners will have early access to follow and explore the future development of the Digital Art House already in the beta phase of the project (Virtual Art House will be launching in metaverse 2025). In the development of the Virtual Art House, we aim to build versatile spaces for digital and virtual cultural productions, both for exhibiting and collaborative practises. We also intend to open the possibility to expand the facilities to meet the needs of the CULTURHUB community. In addition, CULTURHUB will organize at least three seminars/workshops for all partners during autumn 2024 (free of charge). Some partners will be curated to participate in the co-development of the whole CULTURHUB platform through this open call, towards a non-hierarchical working model for the community. The development work will take place through a digital residency in autumn 2024. Culture professionals and organizations can join CULTURHUB through an open call. The project is part of the NextGeneration EU-funded Digital Art House project. 📚 Read more! #culturhub #digitalarthouse #virtualarthouse #arthouseturku #online #residency #collaboration #transeuropehalles #vr #web3 #metaverse #virtualreality

For me, the policy summit at the Nordic Game Conference was a call to action. It is time for games to be fully recognised as a cultural medium in their own right with high innovation and economic potential. The European game industry needs better public support structures and funding instruments to unlock sustainable digital growth. Sweden, a country with one of the biggest and most quickly growing game industries in Europe, is a perfect location to discuss policies to support the European game industry. One of the Swedish game industry's best-kept secrets is its exceptional local cluster organisations and game incubators, which are among the best in Europe. Their success is evident in the fact that Sweden, with its 900 game developer studios — more than four times the number of studios in Finland, for instance — has the largest studio base in the EU. The success of Swedish clusters and incubators is supported by world-class professional game education infrastructure. Sweden does not only have studios. It also has successful studios that run a significant turnover and employ a wast amount of industry experts. Overall, the Swedish game industry employs almost 8 500 industry talents and runs a combined local turnover of more than EUR 3 billion. With its 5 000 industry experts, Stockholm is one of the key game industry hubs in Europe. Furthermore, with over 2 500 industry experts, Copenhagen and Malmö form a rare cross-border talent hub. Local cluster organisations are crucial in supporting local game studios with knowledge and networks. Unfortunately, the Swedish industry lacks national cultural production support and R&D innovation funding instruments to boost the industry to the next level, creating a significant challenge for the long-term sustainability of the industry's growth. Most likely, Finns will once again have a head start in exploring the possibilities of the next technological disruption with their highly successful R&D instruments. With their cultural support instruments, Danes will likely be among the forerunners pushing the boundaries of games as an artistic medium. Sweden is likely to maintain its leading position in the global race if it is able to ensure both the continuation of support for local cluster organisations and the introduction of dedicated national public support instruments for its local game industry. Thank you Erik Robertson for making this happen.

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Step into the groundbreaking virtual nexus, where multiple meta-verses seamlessly connect in one unified digital marketplace. Explore elegant bridges and serene ambiance as you engage and trade across diverse virtual worlds. This innovative approach marks a significant evolution in digital connectivity, paving the way for an interconnected digital future. Connect with Tech Studio to explore the limitless possibilities of this exciting venture. #TechStudio #VirtualNexus #MetaVerseIntegration #InnovationUnleashed

💥🚀🛠️ 🇪🇺 - Research to Reality - 5th & 6th | Feb | 2024, at The EGG Brussels. On this occasion, we will be present with HITT XR Wallonia - Human Interaction Technology Transfer | S3 Wallonia | Smart Specialisation Strategy to contribute to the implementation of European technological innovation projects related to immersive technologies. How does Europe gain strategic leadership in key digital technologies, with real benefits for its citizens and businesses? How can Europe’s research on digital technologies help to achieve the ambitions of its Digital Decade and of the twin transition? What are the challenges for creating a well-streamlined European digital funding and investment landscape, and how to overcome them? The first day features keynotes, interactive breakout sessions and workshops aimed at creating mutual synergies between digital research in Horizon Europe and actions in the Digital Europe Programme. Inspired by current achievements and by your needs, insights and experience, we will craft concrete recommendations and actions for better aligning these major European digital funding and investment programs. More info ===> https://lnkd.in/eywt5mAP Sebastien Nahon Anissa Biddau Annabelle Gouze Savine Moucheron Corinne Boulangier Benoît Leloutre Thierry Dutoit Kevin El Haddad Thierry Ravet Abd-Samad Habbachi Sambrinvest A6K RTBF Le CLICK Technocité S3 Wallonia | Smart Specialisation Strategy Media Innovation & Intelligibility Lab - MiiL 

London Tech Week 2024: Insights on AI, Gaming, Creativity, & Africa (with a Twist!) Just wrapped up this article unpacking all the key takeaways from London Tech Week 2024. This year's event focused on emerging trends in AI, healthcare, gaming, creativity, and Africa's booming tech scene. Here's a glimpse: - The UK’s Gaming industry (and the cutting-edge technology behind immersive games like As Dusk Falls!) Nick Poole OBE, Ronald de Feijter, George Jijiashvili - Canva: AI's impact on the future of creativity & work Cameron Adams - The UK’s tech potential as a global tech leader - Africa's thriving tech scene Yewande Odumosu, Harry 'Tomi Davies Deepankar Rustagi, Justina Oha Plus: I share my thoughts on how the UK tech sector can leverage its strengths for further growth. This post comes with a bonus audio version, powered by Google's new #NotebookLM. Simply hit play at the top of the article to hear a podcast version of my reflections! See the link in the comment section. Thanks for reading. London Tech Week #LondonTechWeek #AI #Gaming #Creativity #Africa #TechTrends #productmanagement #community #londonproduct #newsletters #notesbynero #strategy #decisionmaking #leadership #businessschool #business #professionaldevelopment #career

 Augmented Reality (AR) Augmented reality is a technology that superimposes a computer-generated image on a user's view of the real world, thus providing a composite view. AR can be used to enhance the user's experience of the real world by providing additional information or visuals. For example, an AR app could be used to display information about nearby businesses or points of interest, or to provide directions. Virtual Reality (VR) Virtual reality is a technology that creates a simulated environment that can be interacted with in a seemingly real way. VR headsets create a 3D world that the user can explore and interact with. VR can be used for a variety of purposes, including gaming, education, and training. Opens in a new window www.uschamber.com Virtual Reality example using a VR headset Key Differences: The main difference between AR and VR is that AR enhances the real world, while VR creates a completely simulated world. AR also typically uses a smartphone or tablet, while VR typically uses a headset. Applications: AR and VR have a wide range of potential applications, including: Gaming: Both AR and VR can be used to create immersive gaming experiences. Education: AR can be used to overlay information on top of real-world objects, which can be helpful for learning. VR can be used to create simulations of real-world situations, which can be helpful for training. Retail: AR can be used to allow customers to virtually try on clothes or furniture before they buy it. VR can be used to give customers a virtual tour of a store or product. Healthcare: AR can be used to help surgeons during surgery. VR can be used to treat phobias and anxiety disorders. The Future: AR and VR are both rapidly developing technologies, and it is likely that they will have a significant impact on our lives in the future. For example, AR could be used to provide us with information about our surroundings as we walk down the street, or to help us with tasks such as cooking or repairing our homes. VR could be used to provide us with new forms of entertainment and education, or to allow us to connect with people in new ways.