Welcome (back) to Always Scheming!

Hi friends, I’m Matt Dion. Thanks for checking out Always Scheming, a newsletter dedicated to the big ideas that start out as small games. Here, we explore the fringes of the games industry, where emerging technologies intersect with interactive entertainment.

Whether you’re an investor aiming to spot the next breakout trend, a founder charting new territory, or an analyst filtering signal from noise, you’re in the right place.

This re-launch comes with renewed focus and fresh energy. Returning readers will still be able to access my best-performing articles, but moving forward, we’re delving deeper, dreaming bigger, and delivering sharper insights to keep you ahead of the curve.

As advocates of the theory of Disruptive Innovation, we believe the future starts small — often hidden within an overlooked game or an unproven technology.

At Always Scheming, we live in what I like to call the “Bruno Caboclo Zone,” where the most compelling tech and ideas are "two years away from being two years away" (shoutout to Fran Fraschilla). It’s an exciting, optimistic space, brimming with potential — and yes, some pitfalls.

We will be unabashedly techno-optimistic while remaining pragmatic about the challenges that lie ahead.

We will strive to educate without being self-indulgent.

But most importantly, we will always be scheming.

What to Expect
In each edition of this newsletter, you'll find:

• In-depth industry analysis with a forward-looking lens

• Optimistic takes on the future of gaming and tech

• Actionable insights for those pushing boundaries

With the future of interactive entertainment looking more uncertain than ever, now is the time to get smart about what’s next.

Why Me?
I’ve spent years in the trenches of the games industry, working with established firms and startups alike. Some of the groups I’ve worked or consulted for in the past include: Electronic Arts, Jam City, Pocket Gems, Game7, Cartridge Gaming Company, Naavik, and the APEC Business Advisory Council.

This newsletter draws on that experience to help you think bigger and make smarter moves in gaming and entertainment.

Join me as we explore the future, where the next big thing is always just beyond the horizon.

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