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Humble Bundle Surpasses $250 Million Raised for Charitable Causes Around the Globe

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240208593644/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240208593644/en/
    Humble Bundle has raised more than $250 million since its inception in 2010 to help out charities around the globe, furthering its mission to be a force for good.
  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Founded in 2010 by Jeff Rosen and John Graham, a couple of gamers seeking a new way to raise money for various charities, Humble Bundle pioneered the game bundle-for-charity model.
  • Since then, the company has expanded its offerings and grown its focus on doing good, integrating it into every aspect of its business and operation.
  • Taking on Global Warming: Humble raised more than $1 million last year for charities committed to addressing some of the biggest contributors to climate change.

Access Controller for PlayStation 5 Launches Globally to Empower Gamers with Disabilities

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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Today, Sony Interactive Entertainment launched the Access controller for the PlayStation 5 console , an all-new controller kit designed to make gaming more accessible.

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  • Today, Sony Interactive Entertainment launched the Access controller for the PlayStation 5 console , an all-new controller kit designed to make gaming more accessible.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231206314603/en/
    Access controller for PlayStation 5 (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Today, approximately 1.3 billion people experience significant disability.
  • Gaming is a shared passion globally, but many players have difficulty holding a standard controller for long periods, accurately pressing small clusters of buttons or triggers, or positioning their thumbs and fingers optimally.
  • The Access controller is designed to address all three challenges by providing gamers with a highly customizable play experience, refined through playtests with dozens of participants across three continents.

Revelyst Announces Andrew Stalbow as Digital Content Consultant for Foresight Sports

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Friday, November 10, 2023
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Revelyst Inc., a collective of makers that design and manufacture performance gear and precision technologies, today announced a consulting engagement in which Andrew Stalbow will lead digital content and gaming efforts, initially for its San Diego-based golf brand Foresight Sports.

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  • Revelyst Inc., a collective of makers that design and manufacture performance gear and precision technologies, today announced a consulting engagement in which Andrew Stalbow will lead digital content and gaming efforts, initially for its San Diego-based golf brand Foresight Sports.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231110470844/en/
    Revelyst today announced a consulting engagement in which Andrew Stalbow will lead digital content and gaming efforts, initially for its San Diego-based golf brand Foresight Sports.
  • Foresight Sports’ digital gaming platform, FSX Play, is the world’s most comprehensive ecosystem for golf improvement, enjoyment and competition.
  • “I hope that with my experience, I can support Foresight Sports and Revelyst as we invest into those values and work together to develop the content, brand and media experience for Foresight Sports and Bushnell Golf customers.”

MAG supports the One Special Day fundraiser for the seventh time

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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STOCKHOLM, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MAG lnteractive is proud to support the charity fundraiser One Special Day for the seventh consecutive year. The annual event raises funds to assist differently abled gamers. MAG will donate all revenue generated in the UK on October 6 from all games to the charity. One Special Day is organized by the British non-profit organization SpecialEffect. The donations go to developing technology and building special game rigs that assist differently abled gamers in playing their favorite games."We are proud to once more support SpecialEffect and the fantastic work that they do to ensure fun and fulfilling game experiences for differently abled gamers. We hope that participating in the fundraiser can help them reach their goals and be able to help even more gamers play their favorite games than before," says Daniel Hasselberg, CEO at MAG Interactive.One Special Day 2023 takes place on October 6 and is supported this year by over 90 gaming companies worldwide.About SpecialEffectSince 2016 the UK based charity SpecialEffect has organized One Special Day on an annual basis to raise money that benefits gamers with disabilities. SpecialEffect uses video games and technology to enhance the quality of life for people with various disabilities. From controller modifications to eye-control, all customized gaming setups are designed to suit the specific individual needs of every person regardless of his or her disability. The charity's projects and resources for game developers including its virtual dev kit and dedicated website www.gameacess.info are increasingly having a global impact, including Eye Gaze Games that assists gamers with disabilities in over 50 countries to play games at no charge. For more information visit http://www.specialeffect.org.uk

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  • On October 6, MAG Interactive is once again participating in the One Special Day charity fundraiser to support differently abled gamers.
  • STOCKHOLM, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MAG lnteractive is proud to support the charity fundraiser One Special Day for the seventh consecutive year.
  • The donations go to developing technology and building special game rigs that assist differently abled gamers in playing their favorite games.
  • One Special Day 2023 takes place on October 6 and is supported this year by over 90 gaming companies worldwide.

Humble 2022 Social Impact Report Highlights Record Breaking Year with $33 Million Raised for 10,000+ Charities

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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Humble , the digital retailer and game publisher on a mission to be a force for good in the world, has released its 2022 Social Impact Report , marking a record-breaking year with $33 million raised for more than 10,000 charities alongside its partners and passionate community.

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  • Humble , the digital retailer and game publisher on a mission to be a force for good in the world, has released its 2022 Social Impact Report , marking a record-breaking year with $33 million raised for more than 10,000 charities alongside its partners and passionate community.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230509006120/en/
    Humble 2022 Social Impact Report Snapshot (Graphic: Business Wire)
    “Our ultimate mission at Humble is to be a force for good, so the ability to give back is woven into every aspect of our business,” said Kamini Tiwari, vice president of social impact at Humble.
  • “We could not be more proud of the Humble community—more than 12 million people worldwide—which has helped raise more than $240 million in support of the many causes that are important to them.
  • A pioneer in gaming, Humble connects charities with its community through a number of innovative products that allow players to donate the proceeds from their purchases.

Assistive Technology for an Inclusive Society at CES 2023

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Monday, January 23, 2023
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BOSTON, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mirroring the broader social trend of increasing awareness around inclusivity, exhibitors at CES 2023 highlighted the capabilities of consumer electronics to deliver assistive technology.

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  • BOSTON, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mirroring the broader social trend of increasing awareness around inclusivity, exhibitors at CES 2023 highlighted the capabilities of consumer electronics to deliver assistive technology.
  • The lenses in AR glasses typically incorporate optical technology , such as waveguides and micro-LEDs, to create a wearable visual display.
  • Aside from AR glasses, most of the wearable technology on display at CES this year was in-ear or hearable.
  • Assistive technology at CES was not limited to wearables and digital health; there were also examples of solutions for more consumer-focused markets such as gaming.

Assistive Technology for an Inclusive Society at CES 2023

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Monday, January 23, 2023
Huber loss, Smartglasses, ALS, Lens, Hope, SpecialEffect, Vuzix, VOY, Cerebral palsy, Social, Partnership, Electronics, OTC, CES, PlayStation, Leonardo, FDA, Augment, Ear, Virtual reality, TCL, Prevalence, Wearable technology, HP, Happiness, Sony, Heart rate, Eye, Hearing, Quality of life, WHO, Kool-Aid, Research, Consumer electronics, Television, Video game

BOSTON, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mirroring the broader social trend of increasing awareness around inclusivity, exhibitors at CES 2023 highlighted the capabilities of consumer electronics to deliver assistive technology.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mirroring the broader social trend of increasing awareness around inclusivity, exhibitors at CES 2023 highlighted the capabilities of consumer electronics to deliver assistive technology.
  • The lenses in AR glasses typically incorporate optical technology , such as waveguides and micro-LEDs, to create a wearable visual display.
  • Aside from AR glasses, most of the wearable technology on display at CES this year was in-ear or hearable.
  • Assistive technology at CES was not limited to wearables and digital health; there were also examples of solutions for more consumer-focused markets such as gaming.

THE TIGA GAMES INDUSTRY AWARD WINNERS 2022 ARE REVEALED

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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Dr Richard Wilson OBE, CEO of TIGA, said: "A huge and hearty congratulations to all the winners of the TIGA Games Industry Awards 2022.

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  • Dr Richard Wilson OBE, CEO of TIGA, said: "A huge and hearty congratulations to all the winners of the TIGA Games Industry Awards 2022.
  • They are all worthy winners and it was wonderful to once again celebrate, in-person, the fantastic achievements of the games industry.
  • TIGA is the trade association for the UK video games industry.Since 2010, TIGA has won 28 business awards and commendations.
  • To this end, we focus on four strategic objectives:
    influencing Government policy via effective political representation;
    raising the profile of our industry to influence public policy;
    promoting best practice through our membership services, including the TIGA STAR Employer Award and the TIGA Games Industry Awards .

THE TIGA GAMES INDUSTRY AWARD WINNERS 2022 ARE REVEALED

Retrieved on: 
Monday, November 14, 2022
RSM, Technology, Video, CCP Games, TIGA, Staffordshire University, University, Award, Sumo Group, Birmingham City University, Industry, PTW, Gold, SpecialEffect, Association, Policy, CEO, Supermassive Games, Government, University of Portsmouth, Public policy, Abertay University, Bournemouth University, CCP, Video game, Public relations, Ubisoft

Dr Richard Wilson OBE, CEO of TIGA, said: "A huge and hearty congratulations to all the winners of the TIGA Games Industry Awards 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Dr Richard Wilson OBE, CEO of TIGA, said: "A huge and hearty congratulations to all the winners of the TIGA Games Industry Awards 2022.
  • They are all worthy winners and it was wonderful to once again celebrate, in-person, the fantastic achievements of the games industry.
  • TIGA is the trade association for the UK video games industry.Since 2010, TIGA has won 28 business awards and commendations.
  • To this end, we focus on four strategic objectives:
    influencing Government policy via effective political representation;
    raising the profile of our industry to influence public policy;
    promoting best practice through our membership services, including the TIGA STAR Employer Award and the TIGA Games Industry Awards .

MAG is supporting the One Special Day charity fundraiser for the sixth consecutive year

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
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STOCKHOLM, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MAG lnteractive is proud to support the One Special Day charity fundraiser, which helps gamers with disabilities, for the sixth year in a row. MAG will donate all revenue generated in the UK on October 7 from all games to the fundraiser.

Key Points: 
  • STOCKHOLM, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MAG lnteractive is proud to support the One Special Day charity fundraiser, which helps gamers with disabilities, for the sixth year in a row.
  • MAG will donate all revenue generated in the UK on October 7 from all games to the fundraiser.
  • One Special Day is an annual charity fundraiser organized by the British non-profit organization SpecialEffect.
  • Since 2016 the British based charity SpecialEffect has organized One Special Day on an annual basis to raise money that benefits gamers with disabilities.