Canada poised to be a world leader in digital economy

according to a new report by the Entertainment Software Association of Canada, Canada is poised to be a leader in the global digital economy, but must do more to support content creation. Content issues that need to be addressed include copyright reform, says ESAC. The report also cites a study by t...

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Published inPlayback : Canada's Broadcast and Production Journal p. 45
Main Author Afan, Emily Claire
Format Trade Publication Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Toronto, Ont Postmedia Network Inc 10.05.2010
Subjects
Computer & video games
Content creation
Digital economy
Industrial research
Location of industry
Media
Technology adoption
Canada
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Summary:according to a new report by the Entertainment Software Association of Canada, Canada is poised to be a leader in the global digital economy, but must do more to support content creation. Content issues that need to be addressed include copyright reform, says ESAC. The report also cites a study by the National Research Council - Industrial Research Assistance Program and New Media BC, stating that 55% of Canuck gamecos are reportedly developing proprietary tech (i.e. game engines, content/asset management software) to help in production, while 61% of the companies believe viable commercial products could be developed from these technologies.
ISSN:0836-2114