Understanding the Gaming Industry: Gen Z, Streaming & Esports

Описание: We’re diving into one of the biggest questions in digital culture today: how is gaming shaping our future — as entertainment, as community, and as an industry? 🎮🌍

From arcades to esports arenas, gaming has transformed into a global phenomenon worth billions. With Gen Z at the center, this isn’t just about play — it’s about careers, creativity, and culture.

In this September Tech Talk, we explore how esports and gaming culture are reshaping digital life, fueling entrepreneurship, and creating new opportunities for the next generation of gamers and innovators.

This conversation goes beyond the headlines. We break down:
➡️ When gaming went from hobby to household staple
➡️ How online communities paved the way for esports
➡️ Why Gen Z creators are driving gaming’s cultural influence
➡️ How esports compares to traditional competition & entertainment
➡️ Where VR, AR, and new tech are taking the future of play

Whether you’re a casual gamer, aspiring streamer, or simply curious about how Gen Z is rewriting the rules of digital culture — this one’s for you.

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💬 Panel:
🎤 Zach Oscar – Senior Account Director, Viral Nation
🎙️ Moderator: José Ignacio Gaona – President & CEO, ZETA

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⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 🎵 – Intro Music
0:10 👋 – Welcome from José Gaona
2:45 🎤 – Meet Guest Speaker Zach Oscar
6:24 🎮 – The Evolution of Gaming Culture
13:12 🌐 – Why Broadband Access Matters for Gamers
17:54 📱 – Mobile Gaming & Microtransactions Boom
26:18 💎 – Authenticity & Value in Gaming
28:45 🏆 – The Rise of Esports Explained
35:11 📣 – Esports Market & Gaming Influencers
42:46 🏛️ – Gaming Meets Politics & Policy
51:11 🥽 – VR, AR & The Future of Play
59:08 🌟 – Gaming’s Role in Society
1:00:31 💼 – Careers in the Gaming Industry
1:01:52 💡 – Final Takeaways
1:03:55 🔔 – Outro