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Online Gaming Store GOG Launches New Scheme To Save Games From Disappearing

GOG is refocusing on preserving classic games through its new GOG Preservation Program, emphasizing game compatibility with modern systems.

Half-Life 2 pushed Steam on the gaming masses... and the masses pushed back

Half-Life 2's release marked a turning point for Steam, leading to its evolution into a major distribution platform for PC gaming.

Online Gaming Store GOG Launches New Scheme To Save Games From Disappearing

GOG is refocusing on preserving classic games through its new GOG Preservation Program, emphasizing game compatibility with modern systems.

Half-Life 2 pushed Steam on the gaming masses... and the masses pushed back

Half-Life 2's release marked a turning point for Steam, leading to its evolution into a major distribution platform for PC gaming.
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Sega is delisting 60 classic games from Steam, so now's the time to grab them

Sega will delist over 60 games from various digital storefronts after December 26, but existing purchases will remain accessible.

Epic is continuing its free games gamble with its mobile store, alongside a promise to have up to 50 apps available this "holiday season"

Epic Games will launch a mobile storefront with a free games program in Q4.
The new mobile store aims to attract players and assist developers.
The success of the free games program on PC is influencing the mobile strategy.
#music-industry

"Definitive Guide" to Spotify's updated royalty system pits labels vs. artists - RAIN News

Spotify made changes to its payment allocations, including disregarding tracks with fewer than 1,000 streams.
Jeff Price created a 26-page PDF explaining Spotify's royalty calculations and their impact on artists.

Here's how AI is going to change the music industry, according to one of the leaders of Apple's first foray into music

Digital music distribution has facilitated broader access, yet artists still feel shortchanged amidst concentrated streaming services.
Generative AI represents a new challenge for music creators and the integrity of music rights.

10 years later, the 'Beyonce' surprise drop still offers lessons about control

Beyonce released a surprise, self-titled album ten years ago on December 13, 2013, which was a cultural event.
Beyonce's album proved that she didn't need traditional marketing or promotion to reach her fans and shape her brand.

RAIN Notes: Wednesday, April 10 - RAIN News

High volume uploading of unowned music causing streaming fraud issues
Legitimate artists facing consequences of streaming fraud despite innocence

TikTok fast-tracks artist account creation for DistroKid members | TechCrunch

TikTok partners with DistroKit to expedite artist account creation for members.

"Definitive Guide" to Spotify's updated royalty system pits labels vs. artists - RAIN News

Spotify made changes to its payment allocations, including disregarding tracks with fewer than 1,000 streams.
Jeff Price created a 26-page PDF explaining Spotify's royalty calculations and their impact on artists.

Here's how AI is going to change the music industry, according to one of the leaders of Apple's first foray into music

Digital music distribution has facilitated broader access, yet artists still feel shortchanged amidst concentrated streaming services.
Generative AI represents a new challenge for music creators and the integrity of music rights.

10 years later, the 'Beyonce' surprise drop still offers lessons about control

Beyonce released a surprise, self-titled album ten years ago on December 13, 2013, which was a cultural event.
Beyonce's album proved that she didn't need traditional marketing or promotion to reach her fans and shape her brand.

RAIN Notes: Wednesday, April 10 - RAIN News

High volume uploading of unowned music causing streaming fraud issues
Legitimate artists facing consequences of streaming fraud despite innocence

TikTok fast-tracks artist account creation for DistroKid members | TechCrunch

TikTok partners with DistroKit to expedite artist account creation for members.
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#innovation

Interview with Mikhail Tsyrulnikov: From E-Commerce to a Digital Games Distribution Platform | HackerNoon

Tsyrulnikov's e-commerce expertise significantly influenced his successful creation of a digital gaming platform, capitalizing on the industry's growth and need for digital distribution.

NFL announces scheduling wrinkles, including Wednesday Christmas Day games

NFL will play on every day except Tuesday this season.
NFL is experimenting with new game schedules on Fridays and Wednesdays, plus streaming games on digital platforms like Peacock and Amazon Prime Video.

Interview with Mikhail Tsyrulnikov: From E-Commerce to a Digital Games Distribution Platform | HackerNoon

Tsyrulnikov's e-commerce expertise significantly influenced his successful creation of a digital gaming platform, capitalizing on the industry's growth and need for digital distribution.

NFL announces scheduling wrinkles, including Wednesday Christmas Day games

NFL will play on every day except Tuesday this season.
NFL is experimenting with new game schedules on Fridays and Wednesdays, plus streaming games on digital platforms like Peacock and Amazon Prime Video.
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#peacock

Why Can't Apple Figure Out Movies?

Apple's film strategy is evolving, with a shift away from traditional theatrical releases towards digital distribution.

How to watch Friday's Week One streaming-exclusive game of the NFL's 2024 football season live, online, and free without cable

The NFL is moving towards exclusive streaming partnerships, with availability on services like Peacock.

Why Can't Apple Figure Out Movies?

Apple's film strategy is evolving, with a shift away from traditional theatrical releases towards digital distribution.

How to watch Friday's Week One streaming-exclusive game of the NFL's 2024 football season live, online, and free without cable

The NFL is moving towards exclusive streaming partnerships, with availability on services like Peacock.
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Cypherpunks Write Code: Bram Cohen & BitTorrent | HackerNoon

Bram Cohen revolutionized file sharing with BitTorrent, a peer-to-peer protocol that allows efficient and decentralized distribution of files.

Good News, PC Games Are Starting To Ditch Annoying Launchers

Civilization VI and its sequel will not require a third-party launcher on Steam, marking a positive shift in gaming accessibility.

Council Post: Content Is Still King: Content Misuse And The Future Of Streaming Platforms

Digital distribution is a new challenge for most distributors, requiring optimization for platforms like YouTube to attract viewers and generate revenue.

Tons Of Xbox 360 Games On Deep Sale Before Store Gets Shut Down

The Xbox Marketplace, a pioneer in digital distribution, is shutting down in July, prompting a rare sale of Xbox 360 games before they become unavailable.

Job Vacancy: (Senior) UX Designer // Hotelplan | Design / UX Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs

Hotelplan is the largest Swiss travel group and focuses on digital distribution.
The Digital Product & Design Team is responsible for transforming and establishing digital products and services across all of Hotelplan's brands.

Why Press Releases are Still Important Despite the Dying Newspaper Industry | Entrepreneur

Press releases are still a valuable asset for businesses
Digital distribution services and PR management platforms have replaced traditional news agencies
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