Business & Finance Track: Franchise Economics – Extending Game IP Across Film, TV & Streaming
• Cross-platform development strategy • Risk allocation in transmedia deals • Windowing and rights negotiations • Licensing trends • Long-tail franchise monetization
Business & Finance Track: M&A Strategy in an AI-Driven Market
Topics include: Current status and outlook for M&A Consolidation among mid-tier studios Strategic partnerships with tech companies Acqui-hiring AI talent Valuing proprietary tech stacks
Business & Finance Track: The New Studio Model – Lean Teams, AI Pipelines & Global Talent
• Smaller core teams leveraging AI tools • Outsourcing vs. in-house production • Managing distributed global workforces • Talent retention in an AI-assisted world •... Read More
Business & Finance Track: AI as a Business Multiplier for Games – Where is it Actually Driving Revenue?
• AI-assisted development and cost efficiency • AI-powered live ops and personalization • Predictive player analytics • Risks of over-automation • Competitive advantage vs. commoditization