Kevin Williams
Kevin Williams
Along with advisory positions with other entrants into the market he is founder and publisher of the Stinger Report, “a-must-read” e-zine for those working or investing in the amusement, attractions and entertainment industry. He is a prolific writer and provides regular news columns for main trade publications. He also travels the globe as a keynote speaker, moderator and panelist at numerous industry conferences and events. Author of “The Out-of-Home Immersive Entertainment Frontier: Expanding Interactive Boundaries in Leisure Facilities,” the only book on this aspect of the market, with the second edition scheduled for a 2023 release.
Recent Contributions
Las Vegas welcomes Amusement Exposition International, including VR and XR insights
The AAMA and AMOA co-operated show comprised various co-located partnerships with the National Bulk Vending Association (NBVA), Laser Tag Convention, Billiards…
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Innovators seek viable model for consumer VR/AR/MR
CES acted as a 'last-chance-saloon' to prove the bankability of the much-hyped consumer application of the tech. Especially so as manufacturers pivoted to ride…
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Extreme Reality pushes forward, forcing tough ROI choices on LBE operators
Many operators are looking at a picture where they are having to upgrade to standalone VR attractions and need to see proof that their sticker price warrants…
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F1 excitement fuels ‘simrace’ innovation in social entertainment
Encouraged by the continuing popularity of motorsports races, simracing developers continue to introduce amusement offerings targeting younger consumers.
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Self-service technology makes new inroads in amusements
Self-service automation is yet another movement making inroads in today’s multifaceted entertainment scene.
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VR immersion expands in different directions: free roaming, projection mapping
Placing the guest within the virtual space without the need to encumber them with a head-mounted device brings operational and investment opportunities.
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Immersive attractions aim for new heights
Today's immersive technologies are leading audiences in myriad directions.
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Artainment and ‘after dark’
While not always incorporating a food and beverage element, many of the new immersive gallery and art exhibit installations have a private hire and 'after…
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E-sports continues its forward march, hits bumps along the road
Upheavals are inevitable for the expanding e-sports sector as the sector undergoes major restructuring.
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M&A activity heats up the entertainment space
The growth of M&A activity is to be expected given the vulnerability that some properties experienced during the global health crisis versus the rapid growth…
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