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Although technological specialization has been recognized as a stimulating factor of international trade (Ricardian theory), new approaches emphasize the endogeneity of technological heterogeneity across countries. Following them, we proceed to examine the effect of free trade on technological differences among 20 OECD members during 1996-2008. We first use the model of Eaton and Kortum (2002) to obtain an annual estimate of technological heterogeneity within the OECD group. We then analyze the behavior of this index facing international trade statistics in the same period. The results show that the OECD countries have been experienced a technological convergence, thanks to a boost in the... 

In this research, we delve into the challenges video game developers encounter when selecting an appropriate genre for their initial video games. The primary objective of this study is to identify the effective strategies enabling video game developers to successfully enter the competitive market. Within this context, 'success' is quantified by sales volumes and download counts. The video game industry is witnessing rapid growth, with its market size reaching $184 billion in 2023, according to Newzoo report. To address these inquiries, the study uses information from three different platforms, gathering data in a thorough way: PC games on Steam, Android mobile games on the Google Play Store,...