Digital Cultures

Conor Cooke

Sep 3, 20202 min read

Battle Royale: the competitive landscape of online esports streaming platforms

Since the expansion of online video entertainment through the early adoption of YouTube, streaming services have diversified, offering...

Conor Cooke

Jul 25, 20202 min read

Critical Summary: Jason Farman’s Fidget Spinner

In his article for REALLIFE magazine titled ‘Fidget Spinner’, Jason Farman explores the misconceptions that are found in the relationship te

Conor Cooke

Jul 25, 20202 min read

Will the end of net neutrality lead to a dystopian future?

As of February 2015, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) reclassified broadband as a common carrier under Title II of the Communicat

Conor Cooke

Jul 25, 20202 min read

Are microtransactions normalising gambling for young gamers?

Following the recent investigation by the Belgium Gambling Commission into the inclusion of ‘Loot Boxes’ in games such as Overwatch and Star

Conor Cooke

Jul 25, 202011 min read

The effects of Big Data on the digital media industry

“The fundamental nature of invention and technology is that people will find new ways to use things that were not anticipated by their desig