Whether the strike continues as fall—when new television programming typically airs—draws near, companies would do well to understand how the issues at the strike’s core are creating shifts in the broader landscape. … READ MORE >
Tech, media and telecom
AI advancements may be easing impact of tech sector layoffs
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. … READ MORE >
Space businesses look to global demand and government need for growth
Executive optimism holds strong due to the increase in the U.S. space budget and global demand for services dependent on data obtained in space. Government contracts are providing a safe environment for space companies. … READ MORE >
Outer space: an endless frontier of opportunities for federal contractors
Investors, governments and contractors are optimistic about the technological and business potential of outer space. … READ MORE >
Private equity investment a bright spot for tech, media, telecom companies
Despite the overall decline in venture capital and private corporate M&A activity, the middle market TMT sectors have remained relatively resilient. … READ MORE >
5G, IoT and ESG—An opportunity for telecom to drive change: Spring 2022 outlook
As the focus on environmental, social and governance initiatives continues to grow among companies, investors and consumers, 5G is poised to provide substantial environmental benefits relative to current and past network technologies. Read RSM’s outlook for the tech sector. … READ MORE >
Could the video gaming and esports industry be at the center of the next economic evolution?: Spring 2022 outlook
Video gaming and esports, perhaps at one time thought to be just a hobby for young children, should be discounted no more. VG&E is a multibillion-dollar industry poised to lead and remain at the center of a global economic renaissance. Read RSM’s outlook on the sector. … READ MORE >
Tech investment sets new records while cloud software growth continues: Spring 2022 outlook
In a year filled with pandemic challenges that included labor constraints and global supply chain issues, the technology ecosystem achieved new records in all categories of investment, including venture capital, private equity and initial public offerings, with both IPOs and special purpose acquisition company transactions hitting new highs. … READ MORE >
Technology, media and telecom industry outlook: Spring 2022
The technology, media and telecom sectors have been influential during the pandemic, maintaining and even increasing productivity, efficiency and connectivity for companies and individuals alike. Read RSM’s industry outlook for the details. … READ MORE >
New entrants are changing the face of Canada’s telecom industry
Between the sheer number of licenses awarded and their higher quality, the summer 2021 spectrum auction was undoubtedly one of the most important events in Canadian telecom history and hugely important to improving connectivity across the country. … READ MORE >