Author: Radina Koutsafti
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Pittsburgh Knights set to host over 200 esports events in 2022
[ad_1] North American esports organisation Pittsburgh Knights has announced plans to host over 200 esports tournaments in 2022, featuring events in Rocket League, VALORANT and Apex Legends. These tournaments will be produced and broadcast by Knights Arena, the esports organisation’s events arm. Image credit: Pittsburgh Knights RELATED: Pittsburgh Knights partners with Zippo On the larger end…
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Secretlab partners with chess company Play Magnus Group
[ad_1] Gaming chair manufacturer Secretlab has announced a partnership with chess company Play Magnus Group (PMG) to become the official chair of the Meltwater Champions Chess Tour. As a part of the deal, Secretlab will create chairs especially for the Tour and furnish the chess esports arena at PMG’s studio in Oslo. Image credit: Secretlab…
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CS:GO website Rush B Media shuts down
[ad_1] Esports news and media outlet Rush B Media has announced it will be halting operations after four years. With contributors from around the world, the community-led outlet mainly focused on CS:GO coverage. The outlet also produced CS:GO focused podcasts, aiming to give listeners a unique perspective on topical stories. ESI Illustration. Image credit: Rush…
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League of Legends’ LLA partners with brewing company AB InBev
[ad_1] Riot Games’ Liga Latinoamérica (LLA), the premier League of Legends competition in LATAM, has announced a partnership with multinational drink and brewing company AB InBev. As part of the multi-brand deal, AB InBev will provide support for League of Legends esports in Latin America throughout the rest of 2022. Image credit: AB InBev RELATED:…
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Reported: Brandon Snow set to depart Activision Blizzard
[ad_1] Video game publisher Activision Blizzard has announced that its Head of Esports Brandon Snow will depart the company at the end of February, according to a report by the Sports Business Journal. Snow has been part of Activision Blizzard since March 2018. He first joined the company as its Chief Revenue Officer for brand,…
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Sogeti: Are hackathons entering esports?
[ad_1] Most people are familiar with the concept of esports by now as the industry has ascended into mainstream recognition in recent years. However, there are plenty of new, niche areas within the industry that have yet to be explored — one of which is programming competitions, or hackathons. Image credit: Sogeti RELATED: EPIC.LAN renews…
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Gambit Esports announces three-year deal with Herbalife Nutrition
[ad_1] Russian esports organisation Gambit Esports has announced a partnership with dietary supplements company Herbalife Nutrition. As part of the three-year deal, Herbalife Nutrition will serve as the primary sponsor for all Gambit Esports and AS Monaco Gambit rosters. Image credit: Gambit Esports RELATED: Gambit Esports strikes crypto deal with EXMO According to the release,…
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BAYZ appoints Gui Barbosa as Managing Director
[ad_1] Blockchain gaming and esports organisation BAYZ has appointed Gui Barbosa, formerly of TikTok, as its new Managing Director. As part of his role, Barbosa will oversee BAYZ’s business operations including partnerships, marketing, content and talent management. Image credit: BAYZ RELATED: BAYZ closes $4m seed funding round Prior to joining BAYZ, Barbosa held the position of…
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Cloud9 partners with cryptocurrency company Blockchain.com
[ad_1] North American esports organisation Cloud9 has announced a partnership with cryptocurrency financial services company Blockchain.com. As part of the multi-year deal, Blockchain.com will gain logo placement on all league-sanctioned team jerseys and across Cloud9’s digital channels. Image credit: Cloud9 RELATED: Cloud9 partners with Serena Williams According to the release, the two entities aim to…
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SPORTFIVE teams up with Bad Moon Talent
[ad_1] Sports and entertainment agency SPORTFIVE has announced a partnership with esports talent agency Bad Moon Talent. As part of the deal, both entities will work together to provide properties and companies with customised strategic solutions to maximise investments and activities in esports and gaming. Image credit: SPORTFIVE RELATED: Immortals partners with SPORTFIVE According to…