Robert Ng, a veteran of NetEase, joins Sega Singapore
Robert Ng, who previously served as a member of the global publishing team and as the COO of gravity Game Hub, has been appointed as the new general manager of mobile publishing at Sega Singapore. This hiring indicates Sega Singapore’s focus on bringing in experienced individuals with publishing expertise and aligning with Sega’s expansion into the competitive gaming atmosphere in Asia.
Ben Crawford joins Flexion board of directors
Ben Crawford, former CEO of CentralNic Group PLC, has joined the board of directors of alternative app store publishing company Flexion. His appointment as a non-executive director showcases Flexion’s growth and success in bringing major titles to app stores like the Samsung AppGallery.
Yat Siu joins Web3 taskforce in Hong Kong
Yat Siu, co-founder and chairman of Animoca Brands, has joined a government taskforce in Hong Kong focused on promoting Web3 and related technologies. This move comes after Animoca Brands divested from the US market and shifted its focus to Asia. It will be interesting to see the recommendations made by the taskforce and how the Chinese government responds to Web3.
Michail Katkoff leaves Savage Game Studio
Co-founder of Deconstructor of Fun, Michail Katkoff, has left Savage Game Studio, a part of PlayStation’s mobile division. While Katkoff’s departure may raise concerns about the state of PlayStation’s mobile efforts, his reasons for leaving seem to be personal. PlayStation’s venture into mobile gaming is still in progress, and fans are awaiting major developments in the future.
Katleen Evers joins Pingle Studio
Katleen Evers has been appointed as the VP of publisher and developer regions for Europe, Middle-East, and Africa (EMEA) at Pingle Studio. With her previous experience as the director of developer relations at Genvid Technologies, Evers’ expertise will help strengthen the working relationship between Pingle Studio and its partner developers, particularly in the vibrant and growing Middle-East and Africa markets.
James Crabb joins Gamelight
Mobile gaming veteran James Crabb, known for his experience with companies like Outfit7, Huuuge Games, Kabam, and Wargaming, has joined marketing platform Gamelight as the director of business development. This appointment highlights Gamelight’s growth and expansion, particularly in providing AI technology to companies looking to enhance their existing portfolio.
Kadri Harma returns to venture capital
Kadri Harma, former CEO of Nine66, a gaming support platform, is returning to the world of venture capital. After overseeing significant business growth, including establishing the Riyadh chapter of the IGDA, Harma’s move back to venture capital reflects optimism about investment opportunities in the gaming industry. Harma will be working with Sisu Game Ventures and GoBeyond Capital.
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