Two focus areas in the technology sector so far this year—advancements in generative artificial intelligence and industry layoffs—may be offsetting each other when it comes to their net impact on the tech workforce. From January to April, 135,000 tech workers were laid off (according to Crunchbase), ... READ MORE >
Private equity investment a bright spot for tech, media, telecom companies
In the first 10 months of 2022, private equity investment in technology, media and telecommunication (TMT) companies increased, indicating bright spots in the investment landscape for middle market companies in this sector even though venture capital and private corporate M&A investment activity ... READ MORE >
Could the video gaming and esports industry be at the center of the next economic evolution?: Spring 2022 outlook
At a glance The video gaming and esports sector is currently seeing significant growth and transaction activity, headlined by recent landmark acquisitions by Take-Two and Microsoft. The potential of the metaverse is driving higher valuations for gaming companies, as well as makers of design ... READ MORE >