The Ultimate Guide to Gaming
A curated Canadian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Gaming.
What to know about Gaming
Gaming encompasses a vast world of interactive entertainment that appeals to millions across New Zealand and beyond. From thrilling single-player adventures to competitive multiplayer battles, gaming offers diverse experiences that captivate players of all ages and interests.
Our stories cover the latest game releases, in-depth reviews, and hands-on experiences with both software and hardware, providing insights that help readers make informed choices. Whether you're into high-octane racing titles like F1 24, immersive RPGs such as The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, or exploring imaginative worlds through indie gems, our coverage connects you to the vibrant gaming culture.
Beyond games themselves, we delve into related topics like gaming gear, from advanced controllers and headsets to powerful gaming laptops and consoles. We also address issues affecting gamers today, including online safety, cyberbullying, and the impact of emerging technologies like virtual reality. For those looking to stay ahead of trends or simply enjoy great gaming moments, our Gaming tag is your gateway to all things gaming.
Canadian Gaming News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
GeoComply wins FinTech Breakthrough security award again
GeoComply has been named FinTech Breakthrough's Financial Transaction Security Platform of the Year for the second year running.
Intel unveils Canada laptop guide with game giveaway
Intel launches a Canada laptop guide from CAD $399.99 to CAD $2,199.99, bundling select gaming models with a free blockbuster PC title.
K-pop & gaming lead YouTube trends among Canadians in 2025
K-pop tracks and gaming content dominated YouTube trends in Canada for 2025, highlighting the country's diverse music and creator communities.
K-pop & gaming lead YouTube trends for Canadians in 2025
K-pop and gaming dominated YouTube trends in Canada for 2025, with hit songs and creators shaping a diverse digital cultural landscape.
Artificial Agency launches AI behaviour model for video games
Artificial Agency launches alpha of its AI behaviour software, enabling dynamic, adaptive agents in video games for select studios in a pilot program.
Analyst Insights
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Reviews
Expert Columns
World IP Day: Why IP is the backbone of sporting brands' success
Has AAA gaming left portable too late?
From video games to AI visibility: How women in tech can build authority through PR
How UA financing levels the playing field in mobile
The economy is the collateral: Why revenue reliability is the real requirement for growth in 2026
PvX ROAS insights: What Is driving UA performance today
Music tech predictions for 2026: Insights from Tuned Global
How to detect fake players in online gaming
The inconvenient truth of scaling gaming apps
Malpa Games lifts cash balance by $3M while boosting UA
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Gaming News
Animoca Brands launches USD $10 million Minds AI fund
Animoca Brands backs early-stage developers with USD $10 million Minds AI fund to spur agentic web products across gaming, finance and productivity.
Sumsub launches Adaptive Deepfake Detector for fraud
Sumsub launches adaptive deepfake detector that updates within hours, as online learning aims to outpace AI-driven fraud and multi-step attacks.
Troveo expands AI data platform into five categories
Troveo broadens licensed AI data supply across five new categories, saying it has paid more than USD $20 million to content owners.
SAS launches AI supply chain agent in industry push
SAS adds a private-preview supply chain agent and other AI tools, backed by USD $1 billion investment, for manufacturing, retail and finance.
One-third of FIFA World Cup partners lack email protection
Proofpoint warns that 36% of FIFA World Cup 2026 commercial partners still lack the strongest DMARC settings, leaving fans exposed to spoofed emails.
Tuned Global launches streaming manipulation detection
Tuned Global rolls out Service Manipulation Detection for streaming clients as labels demand tougher controls on fake plays and royalty fraud.
ENDOFY launches showcase Aquarius 8000 PC cases & fans
ENDORFY expands into showcase PC hardware with tempered-glass Aquarius 8000 cases, 450 mm graphics support and new Corona 120 ARGB fans.
VIPRE launches cybersecurity training for students
VIPRE expands into student cyber safety with age-based lessons on phishing, AI impersonation and online abuse for schools and partners.
World Cup ad spend at risk from campaign data flaws
World Cup ad data flaws could put USD $3.9 billion in spending at risk, as Grasp warns inconsistent campaign naming may distort reporting.
G2A partners with epay on gaming gift cards marketplace
G2A teams up with epay to broaden its marketplace with hundreds of gaming and entertainment gift cards as demand for prepaid digital spending grows.
LoopMe launches Chartboost Direct for app publishers
LoopMe unveils Chartboost Direct to help app publishers tap brand ad spend as AI usage reshapes search, web traffic and mobile gaming habits.
Gigabyte unveils dark wood AM5 motherboard for gamers
Gigabyte adds dark wood styling to its premium AM5 motherboard line, pairing the X870E AERO X3D Dark Wood with Ryzen support and Wi-Fi 7.
Intel releases neural texture compression SDK for game devs
Intel launches neural texture compression SDK to help game developers cut texture storage and memory use, with up to 17x savings.
Android leads subscription app growth as markets shift
Android becomes the main growth engine for subscription apps as short drama, OTT and live streaming surge in India and Latin America.
Animoca Brands launches AliBAE with CHECK bounty rewards
Animoca Brands unveils AliBAE AI creator platform with 100,000 CHECK in bounty rewards and Alibaba's Qwen models.
Tp-Link launches Wi-Fi 7 gaming routers from AUD $279
TP-Link broadens its gaming router push with Wi-Fi 7 models from AUD $279, led by a tri-band flagship promising sharper traffic prioritisation for busy homes.
Gcore sees DDoS attacks surge to 1.3 million in Q4
Gcore warns DDoS attacks hit 1.3 million in late 2025 as brief, high-volume floods and longer app assaults expose more sectors to risk.
CRKD launches compact ATOM+ controller with thumbsticks
CRKD unveils ATOM+ controller with TMR thumbsticks, multi-device support and drift-resistant controls for Switch 2, PC and mobile.
CRKD unveils ULT PRO controller for competitive players
CRKD launches ULT PRO wireless controller with TMR thumbsticks, remappable inputs and multi-platform support for serious gamers.
NCC Group warns Iran cyber threats spread worldwide
Iran-linked cyber attacks are spreading beyond the Middle East, with firms tied to Israel or the US warned they face heightened global risk.