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New Open Format Makes Educational Games Easy to Create
InnovationApr 7

New Open Format Makes Educational Games Easy to Create

A new free tool lets teachers and creators build educational video games without coding skills, starting with African languages. The Educational Game Format could unlock thousands of culturally relevant learning games worldwide.

Techpoint Africa2 min read
Saudi Arabia Launches Gaming Camp for Young Developers
InnovationJul 16

Saudi Arabia Launches Gaming Camp for Young Developers

A new partnership in Saudi Arabia is turning young gamers into game creators through hands-on education programs. The Next Gen Games Camp teaches design skills while building problem-solving abilities for the next generation.

Regional: saudi arabia development (SA)2 min read
ASU's GAME School Trains Next Gen of Gaming Innovators
InnovationFeb 11

ASU's GAME School Trains Next Gen of Gaming Innovators

Arizona State University launched a groundbreaking interdisciplinary school that's preparing students for careers in the gaming industry, which now outpaces film and music combined. The GAME School combines arts, engineering, and storytelling to train the next generation of game creators through hands-on projects and industry partnerships.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Wholesome Direct Returns June 6 With 50+ Cozy Games
VideosMay 5

Wholesome Direct Returns June 6 With 50+ Cozy Games

The beloved Wholesome Direct gaming showcase is back for its seventh year, bringing more than 50 adorable games to screens worldwide on June 6. Proceeds from merch sales will support the Transgender Law Center, continuing the event's tradition of raising money for good causes.

Engadget2 min read
4 Classic Games Join Video Game Hall of Fame
SportsMay 7

4 Classic Games Join Video Game Hall of Fame

The World Video Game Hall of Fame welcomed four gaming legends that shaped how millions play today. Angry Birds, Silent Hill, Dragon Quest, and FIFA International Soccer earned their place in history.

Engadget2 min read
South African Games Teaching Kids Money Skills
SolutionsMay 12

South African Games Teaching Kids Money Skills

Two South African gaming companies are proving that financial education sticks better when it feels like play, not homework. Their entrepreneurship and money management games are now reaching young people across multiple countries and major retailers. #

Daily Maverick3 min read
Saudi Game Studio Raises $1.5M for Mythical Arabian Games
InnovationJul 28

Saudi Game Studio Raises $1.5M for Mythical Arabian Games

A Saudi Arabian game studio just secured $1.5 million to bring Ancient Arabian mythology to PlayStation, Xbox, and PC worldwide. Ash Games is turning regional folklore into global entertainment while building the Kingdom's gaming industry.

Regional: saudi arabia development (SA)2 min read
Indonesia and Singapore Partner on AI in Education
InnovationJul 27

Indonesia and Singapore Partner on AI in Education

Indonesia and Singapore just renewed their education partnership with a focus on using AI to help 50 million students access quality learning, especially in remote areas. The collaboration aims to close the gap between urban and rural education while preparing both nations for a future-focused approach to teaching.

Google News - Singapore Technology2 min read
Video Games Help 52% of Workers Build Career Skills
SolutionsMay 3

Video Games Help 52% of Workers Build Career Skills

That childhood gaming habit might actually be preparing kids for professional success. A new national survey reveals over half of working adults say their early video game experience built crucial career skills.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)2 min read
Ghana Plans 12 New Universities to Expand Education Access
SolutionsApr 15

Ghana Plans 12 New Universities to Expand Education Access

Ghana's government has launched a bold plan to establish 12 new public universities across the country, bringing higher education closer to communities that have long lacked access. A 17-member committee will design the roadmap to make this educational expansion a reality.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Google Play Lets You Try Games Free Before Buying
SolutionsMar 12

Google Play Lets You Try Games Free Before Buying

Google Play just launched Game Trials, letting mobile gamers test paid games before spending money. The feature gives players up to 60 minutes of free gameplay to decide if a game is worth buying.

Engadget2 min read
Video Game Teaches Teens Birth Control in Doctor's Office
InnovationApr 27

Video Game Teaches Teens Birth Control in Doctor's Office

Game designers created What's My Method?, a digital game that helps young people choose birth control by guiding characters through realistic scenarios. Early research shows games like these make patients 40% more likely to make informed health decisions.

Good Good Good2 min read
Saudi Arabia Opens Game Dev Program for 700,000 Students
InnovationMay 7

Saudi Arabia Opens Game Dev Program for 700,000 Students

More than 700,000 high school students across Saudi Arabia are getting hands-on game development training through a new partnership between Roblox and Savvy Games Group. The initiative aims to transform how young Saudis learn coding and creative skills while building the Kingdom's digital economy.

Regional: saudi arabia development (SA)2 min read
Benin Creators Turn History Into Video Games
SolutionsJun 3

Benin Creators Turn History Into Video Games

Young game designers in Benin are transforming their nation's rich history into interactive digital experiences. Through video games and augmented reality, they're helping a new generation connect with cultural heritage in ways textbooks never could.

France 24 English2 min read
Free Daily Game Turns Met Museum Art Into Global Puzzle
InnovationJul 6

Free Daily Game Turns Met Museum Art Into Global Puzzle

A 21-year-old college student created Anthropeum, a free daily game where players guess the origins of artifacts from the Met Museum's collection. The game deliberately showcases underrepresented cultures to help players discover art they've never seen before.

Scientific American3 min read
Woman Revives India's Ancient Games Hidden in Stone
Acts of KindnessAug 4

Woman Revives India's Ancient Games Hidden in Stone

For over 20 years, Vinita Sidhartha has been tracing game boards carved into temple floors and fort walls across India, bringing forgotten pastimes back to life. Her company Kreeda is helping a new generation rediscover the games their ancestors played centuries ago.

YourStory India2 min read
Vietnam's Faith in Education Inspires Millions
Global NewsMar 23

Vietnam's Faith in Education Inspires Millions

When a Vietnamese student's Harvard admission went viral, it sparked a national conversation about education, opportunity, and the power of perseverance. The story reveals how deeply Vietnam believes in education as a path to a better life.

Google: education success story2 min read
Linux Gaming Developers Unite to Improve Player Experience
InnovationJan 29

Linux Gaming Developers Unite to Improve Player Experience

Eight major Linux gaming projects are joining forces to make gaming smoother for everyone. The Open Gaming Collective will share fixes and improvements instead of working separately.

The Verge2 min read
Kenya Integrates Religious Schools Into National Education
SolutionsJun 1

Kenya Integrates Religious Schools Into National Education

President William Ruto just opened the door to formal education for thousands of children who've been learning outside the system. Kenya will now recognize Madrasa, Duksi, and pastoral programs as official pathways to opportunity.

AllAfrica - Headlines3 min read
Saudi Gaming Studio FLOATY Raises $1M to Go Global
InnovationJul 20

Saudi Gaming Studio FLOATY Raises $1M to Go Global

A young Saudi game studio just secured $1 million to bring its mobile games to players worldwide. FLOATY Studio's success shows how Saudi Arabia is becoming a powerhouse in the global gaming industry.

Regional: saudi arabia development (SA)2 min read

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