A United Kingdom market intelligence organisation named Kids Insight released an interesting report this week, showing that girls are flocking to the sport in ever-increasing numbers.
German Sports minister out to exterminate use of ‘sport’ in eSports
The German State Minister of the Interior and for Sports of Hesse, Peter Beuth, has gone public with his distaste of the term ‘esports’, saying it does not warrant being called a sport.
Racism row ends in Chongqing Major ban for Carlo “Kuku” Palad
Philippine Dota 2 player Carlo ‘Kuku’ Palad has been banned from competing at the Dota 2 Chongqing Major after making racist taunts that have incensed the Chinese gaming community.
Australian senate takes no action on loot boxes after committee report
The Australian Environment and Communications Committee’s report into video game loot boxes was delivered to the Australian senate last week, noting that a consensus around the world had not been reached on whether the practice should be considered gambling.
Vancouver Titans unveiled as newest Overwatch League franchise
Joining fellow compatriots, the Toronto Defiant, in the league, the Vancouver Titans were officially unveiled yesterday at Rogers Arena, prior to the NHL game between the Canucks and Dallas Stars.
G2 Esports under investigation after player tampering allegations
According to multiple reports coming out of the industry in the last 24 hours, multiple teams within the LEC are about to file formal complaints on G2 Esports, centred on roster and contract tampering with the popular franchise.
US plans its own investigation into loot boxes after public outcry
The United States Federal Trade Commission has announced it will investigate video game loot boxes — the source of much controversy over the last few years in online gaming.
Analysis and form heading into the Dota 2 The Bucharest Minor
The Bucharest Minor is the next tournament on the Dota 2 professional tour, offering 500 Dota Pro Circuit (DPC) Points for the 2018/2019 season.
Nova eSports crowned as first ever Clash Royale League world champion
The ever-expanding world of Clash Royale has its first ever world champion — Nova Sports. The Chinese team took out Vivo Keyd in the final, securing the $1 million prize pool.
eSports partners with Razer to become official sport in SEA Games 2019
Razer, a Singaporean global gaming hardware manufacturer established in 2005, is working its way into the eSports world after announcing its partnership with the Southeast Asia Games 2019 tournament last week.