Research and development

Krafton Announces Major AI Transformation Strategy for Game Development

Krafton, the company behind PUBG: Battlegrounds, is transforming into an “AI first” developer with significant infrastructure investments. The gaming giant plans to spend over 100 billion won on GPU clusters and restructure its operations around artificial intelligence. This strategic shift aims to automate workflows and enhance in-game AI services across its portfolio.

Major Strategic Pivot Toward Artificial Intelligence

Krafton, the South Korean gaming company known for PUBG: Battlegrounds and the upcoming life simulation game InZOI, is undergoing a significant transformation toward artificial intelligence integration, according to company reports. The developer has announced an “AI First” strategy that will reshape its operational structure and development processes through extensive automation and AI-centered management systems.

by Elisa RomeroOctober 23, 2025November 2, 2025

Trade

Indian Steel Magnate Warns of Tech Dependence on China Amid Limited R&D Investment

Steel billionaire Sajjan Jindal states India’s minimal research budgets create technological dependence on China for electric vehicle manufacturing. The JSW Group chairman confirms ongoing negotiations with Chinese automakers despite border tensions and investment scrutiny between the nations.

India’s R&D Spending Gap Forces Reliance on Chinese Technology

India’s limited research and development investment is creating technological dependence on strategic rival China, particularly in the critical electric vehicle sector, according to steel billionaire Sajjan Jindal. The JSW Group chairman revealed his company is negotiating with multiple Chinese manufacturers to acquire EV technology necessary for launching an Indian electric vehicle brand by mid-2025.

by Elisa RomeroOctober 19, 2025November 2, 2025

Automotive Industry Business

Auto Parts Makers Eye Market Diversification Amid Industry Volatility

Automotive suppliers face significant challenges from electric vehicle market uncertainties and supply chain volatility. Industry reports suggest diversification into adjacent markets could provide stability through strategic expansion approaches.

Automotive Suppliers Confront Market Crossroads

Automotive industry suppliers are facing unprecedented challenges as electric vehicle adoption slows and supply chain disruptions persist, according to industry analysis. Sources indicate that while the automotive industry has historically provided lucrative volumes, current market conditions are creating significant planning difficulties for manufacturers.

by Elisa RomeroOctober 17, 2025November 3, 2025

Economy and Trading Energy Policy

Wall Street Boom and Main Street Stagnation Linked to Corporate M&A Over Innovation, Research Shows

A new study finds major corporations are driving stock market gains through acquisitions rather than innovation. This corporate strategy explains the growing divergence between Wall Street performance and Main Street economic stagnation, according to financial research.

Wall Street Records Mask Underlying Economic Concerns

The U.S. economy presents a puzzling picture where stock market performance continues reaching new heights while broader economic growth remains sluggish. According to reports from Stanford finance researcher James D. Paron, these seemingly contradictory trends actually represent two sides of the same economic phenomenon rooted in changing corporate strategies.

by Elisa RomeroOctober 15, 2025November 3, 2025

Automotive Industry Energy

GM Ends Hydrogen Fuel Cell Development for Consumer Vehicles

General Motors announced it will end hydrogen fuel cell development for consumer vehicles through its HYDROTEC brand. The automotive giant will redirect R&D efforts toward battery technology and electric vehicles. This strategic shift follows similar moves across the automotive industry as hydrogen infrastructure challenges persist.

In a significant strategic pivot, General Motors has announced it will cease development of hydrogen fuel cells for consumer vehicles, marking a major shift in the automotive industry’s alternative energy landscape. The company’s Friday bulletin confirmed the end of its HYDROTEC brand’s work on hydrogen fuel cell technology for passenger vehicles, instead redirecting research and development resources toward battery systems, charging infrastructure, and electric vehicle platforms. This decision reflects broader industry trends as automakers confront the practical challenges of hydrogen adoption.