Game acquisitions and fundings make a comeback in Q1 2025 | Drake Star Partners

Drake Star Partners has a report on Q1 2025 gaming financial activity.
Gaming M&A hit its highest quarterly deal value in two years and recovered from a dip in the Q4 of 2024, Drake Star Partners said.Read More

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