Artificial intelligence (AI) opens up new possibilities in the gaming and sports betting sector. Recent developments demonstrate this trend: Aethir launches a $100 million fund for AI and gaming projects, PlayVS partners with Omnic.AI for esports analytics, Sony patents AI-assisted game asset creation, and Greenlite Ventures adopts AI sports betting Grin Gaming about.
Aethir unleashes a $100 million fund for AI and gaming innovation
Decentralized cloud network Aethir is betting big on AI and gaming with a new $100 million ecosystem fund that aims to boost technology development.
The centerpiece of the fund, Aethir Catalyst, offers grants of $5,000 to $200,000 in ATH tokens. Eligible companies can also get up to 35% off Aethir’s cloud computing costs.
With more than 43,000 GPUs, including 3,000 Nvidia H100s, Aethir claims its network is ready for the demands of AI and cloud gaming.
“Aethir’s mission is to provide the best computing power and infrastructure to companies of all sizes, from early-stage startups to established industry leaders,” the company wrote on its blog. “Aethir’s $100 million ecosystem fund will enable computer buyers to push the boundaries of AI and gaming technologies and ultimately deliver the best technology experience to businesses and users around the world.”
The rollout of the fund will begin with joint grant programs alongside XAI and XPLA. In future phases, Aethir plans to unveil more partnerships.
PlayVS partners with Omnic.AI to enhance Scholastic eSports
PlayVS, a scholastic eSports platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Omnic.AI, an artificial intelligence gaming analytics company. The collaboration aims to enhance the skills of student gamers through advanced analytical tools.
PlayVS offers free access to Omnic Forge, an AI-powered platform that analyzes gameplay and provides personalized feedback. The service, which is typically subscription-based, will be available to high school students participating in PlayVS competitions.
“Partnering with Omnic.AI represents a significant leap forward in the way we support and develop young gamers,” said Jon Chapman, CEO of PlayVS. “Their innovative technology will help our community refine their skills and differentiate themselves from other gamers, allowing them to continue to refine their craft and reach new heights in and beyond the world of esports.”
Sony files patent for creating AI-enabled game assets
Sony has reportedly filed a patent for an AI system that would streamline the creation of in-game assets. This technology allows content creators or developers to generate and modify 3D models using voice commands.
The system converts voice input into text, creates a 2D model and transforms it into a 3D asset. Users can refine these objects using additional voice prompts or image previews before incorporating them into the game environment.
While the patent doesn’t specify whether this feature will be available to players, it does indicate that Sony is interested in expanding games’ customization options. This falls in line with the company’s other recent AI-related patents, including systems for AI-powered gameplay streaming and personalized AI companions.
Greenlite Ventures acquires AI sports betting firm Grin Gaming
Greenlite Ventures has announced the completion of its acquisition of Grin Gaming, a company specializing in AI-powered sports betting solutions. The deal gives Greenlite Ventures access to Grin’s AI-powered tools, including in-game platforms and player prop pricing systems.
Grin Gaming has generated more than $5 million in revenue and raised nearly $5 million in investment capital over the past three years. Their technology focuses on micro-betting for B2C and B2B applications.
Greenlite plans to integrate Grin’s back-end in-play data platform and consumer-facing platforms into its existing systems. The company plans to complete this integration before launching a Super Bowl marketing campaign with the combined AI-powered products.
The acquisition also brings Grin’s language processing systems to Greenlite, enabling custom chatbots and voice-enabled software for their gambling platforms.
