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Controversial fee hike upends game dev CEO

Published

2 years ago

October 10, 2023

Game developers are reliant on Unity for their projects

Unity Technologies, the creators of the popular Unity game development engine, had recently stirred up a storm within the gaming community by announcing new fees for their services.

Numerous game developers globally utilise Unity, crafting awe-inspiring gaming experiences that captivate players. The platform empowers creators to bring their visions to life. Titles like the critically acclaimed Hollow Knight, Ori and the Blind Forest and Among Us all make use of this engine.

The game development community remains concerned about how this financial alteration will influence their ability to design and launch games. Many fear it may hinder innovation and deter aspiring developers from entering the field due to heightened financial barriers.

Today John Riccitiello has stepped down from his position as the CEO of Unity Technologies, effective immediately. The announcement, which took the industry by surprise, was made by the company’s board of directors. Unity Technologies, a renowned software development company specialising in game development, praised Riccitiello for his significant contributions during his tenure. Though it will be hard to not recall the timing of this in relation to the recent monetisation concerns.

This unexpected exit has left the gaming and tech communities speculating about potential changes in Unity’s strategic direction and leadership. Industry analysts are closely monitoring how this development will impact Unity’s stock performance and its competitive position in the ever-evolving gaming market.

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AI drives memory prices higher as SK hynix and TSMC expand

Explore the rising global memory market driven by AI demand and hear insights from Brad Gastwirth on industry trends.

Published

10 hours ago

January 14, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Explore the rising global memory market driven by AI demand and hear insights from Brad Gastwirth on industry trends.

The global memory market is on the rise, with prices climbing steadily thanks to booming AI infrastructure demand.

Companies like SK hynix and TSMC are investing heavily in advanced packaging and new facilities to meet this unprecedented growth.

We speak with Brad Gastwirth from Circular Technologies about the forces behind this upward momentum. From the difference between AI-driven and consumer-driven demand to the increasing memory requirements per AI system, Brad breaks down the trends shaping the industry.

We also explore the implications of lean DRAM and NAND inventories, disciplined supply growth, and the challenges of expanding packaging capacity versus wafer fabrication. Tune in to understand why incremental demand surprises can have a huge impact on memory pricing.

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Nvidia unveils AI that could transform gene editing and healthcare

Nvidia’s EDEN AI models for gene editing could revolutionize treatment of genetic diseases, enhancing DNA modifications amid healthcare advancements.

Published

11 hours ago

January 14, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Nvidia’s EDEN AI models for gene editing could revolutionize treatment of genetic diseases, enhancing DNA modifications amid healthcare advancements.

Nvidia has introduced revolutionary AI models for programmable gene insertion at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference.

The AI platform, EDEN, is designed to enhance DNA modifications and could pave the way for treatments of previously untreatable genetic diseases.

This initiative is part of Nvidia’s broader push into healthcare, including a $1 billion partnership with Eli Lilly to develop an AI-driven drug discovery lab. Early testing has shown promising results, with models designing proteins that precisely target disease-related sites in human cells.

While the breakthroughs are significant, experts caution that challenges remain in translating AI-generated therapies into real-world clinical applications. The future of medicine could be rewritten if these hurdles are overcome.

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Global memory chip shortage set to drive electronics prices higher

Global memory chip shortage raises electronics prices; impacts PCs, smartphones, and likely continues until 2026.

Published

5 days ago

January 9, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Global memory chip shortage raises electronics prices; impacts PCs, smartphones, and likely continues until 2026.

A severe global shortage of memory chips is sending shockwaves through the electronics industry, causing prices to rise across consumer devices. Experts warn that this shortage will continue until at least 2026, affecting everything from PCs to smartphones.

Major manufacturers, including Samsung Electronics, have reported record profits but caution that rising memory chip prices could put further pressure on the sector. This shortage is largely driven by AI technology demands, forcing companies to rethink production priorities.

Consumers should expect higher costs for electronics in the coming months, with price increases likely to continue through the end of 2026.

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