Sony news and trends

Sony Raises PlayStation Prices in Tough Market
Economy // August 21, 2025

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AI Pets Offer a Playful Peek Into the Future
Artificial Intelligence // October 26, 2024

Meet the new breed of best friend: artificial intelligence pets that are padding into homes, no kibble required. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

Aethir Launches $100 Million AI Fund as Sony Seeks AI Game Patent
artificial intelligence // October 15, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is opening up fresh possibilities across the gaming and sports betting sectors. Recent developments showcase this trend, with Aethir launching a $100 million fund for AI and gaming projects, PlayVS teaming up with Omnic.AI for esports analysis, Sony patenting AI-assisted game asset...

Gaming Firms Use AI Development Tools as Nintendo Bucks the Trend
artificial intelligence // October 01, 2024

The gaming industry is rapidly embracing artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tools, with companies like Gaxos.ai, PlayStation and Series Entertainment leading the charge. Meanwhile, Nintendo stands apart, with legendary designer Shigeru Miyamoto confirming the company has yet to make plans to incorporate AI into its game creation...

Interviews & Exclusives
CES Adds Momentum to Consumer AI Push

January 03, 2024
If next week’s Consumer Electronics Show is any indication, artificial intelligence is moving from the world of engineering and technology to the province of consumers, commerce and the connected economy. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. […]

Let’s All Go To The (Streaming) Movies

March 23, 2020
We’ve come a long way since the nickelodeon age of cinema. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Anatomy Of A Bank Heist, SWIFT-ly Done By Phishers

September 17, 2018
In 2016, $81 million disappeared from Bangladesh’s central bank. It could have been a lot worse — hackers tried to get away with $1 billion. U..S court filings this month...

Quick Reads
Sony Bank Plans to Launch Stablecoin in US

December 01, 2025
Japan’s Sony Bank is reportedly readying the launch of a dollar-pegged stablecoin. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications from PYMNTS and […]

Sony Raises PlayStation Prices in Tough Market

August 21, 2025
If you’ve been planning to buy Sony’s PlayStation 5, expect to pay a bit more. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Japan Considers Loosening Crypto Rules as Companies Launch Blockchain Initiatives

September 17, 2024
Japan is reportedly considering whether to loosen its rules for the crypto industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Sony Plans Financial Services IPO as PS5 Sales Cool

February 14, 2024
Electronics/entertainment giant Sony plans to take its financial services unit public next fall. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...