President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Thomas Bach, confirmed that in December’s Olympic Summit, the introduction of eSports would be on the agenda.
Toronto Defiant announce new additions to Overwatch roster
After being unveiled to to Canadian public just a week ago, Toronto Defiant has wasted no time in announcing important additions to its Overwatch eSports playing roster.
Success of Fortnite helps Epic Games finalise $1.25b investment deal
Epic Games has continued its epic rise in the gaming industry, closing a $1.25 billion deal with a group of investors looking to jump on the success of Fortnite.
Michael Jordan soars into eSports with AXiomatic Gaming investment
One of the greatest athletes in the history of professional sport, Michael Jordan, has taken his first steps into the world of eSports.
Jian ‘Uzi’ Ziaho and Nike team up in historic endorsement deal
Sporting apparel giant Nike has inked an endorsement deal with Royal Never Give Up League of Legends player Jian “Uzi” Zihao. We look at the deal and what it says about the eSports industry.
Super League Gaming and Sony team up to weave Spider Man game promo
Super League Gaming and Song Pictures are coming together to weave a promotional web around the new animated Spider-Man film. We look at all the news about the promotional competition.
Police catch up with Grand Theft Auto 5 cheats in Australian first
IN a development that has destroyed the irony metre, coders that have cheated in the infamous Grand Theft Auto 5 game have a warrant out for their arrest in real life.
Regulation needed if eSports to reach betting potential, experts say
Tighter regulations and more work done to protect the absolute integrity of eSports and eSports wagering will help the emerging sport reach its full potential, according to industry experts.
Ireland gives loot boxes the green light after gaming review
Ireland’s Minister of State for Justice, David Stanton, has confirmed that loot boxes are not a form of gambling in the nation. He noted that his declaration has no “legal effect”, but is based on solid law.
International Cycling Union to create eSports World Championships
World-class cyclists could trade in the hard gravel of the road for the digital world after the International Cycling Union confirmed it’s push into the eSports realm.