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International Esports Federation Unveils HRH Prince Faisal as New Acting President
The International Esports Federation (IESF) today announced HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud as its new Acting President. The news follows Vlad Marinescu’s decision to step down from the position.
HRH Prince Faisal will assume his new role with immediate effect having previously been the organization’s Global Vice-President in the interim until the upcoming general assembly, where the new president will be voted in.
- HRH Prince Faisal replaces outgoing President Vlad Marinescu with immediate effect
- IESF will make the official selection following a vote at the next General Assembly
It is worth noting that the decision of Marinescu to step down stems from the evolving demands to serve the global eSports community and he believes that a heightened level of dedication is required, firmly entrusting this responsibility to HRH Prince Faisal, the newly appointed Acting President.
“I believe what we need now is a total unity of eSports at the international level, which will lead to recognition by the Olympic movement and closer relations with publishers,” Marinescu said. “I believe that the right person to lead us to this unity is HRH Prince Faisal.
“He is a person that I respect and appreciate, who breaths and bleeds eSports. He has set an example in Saudi Arabia of what a national federation can achieve. He is well respected and also holds high positions in the Global Esports Federation. He is a friend who I trust with this heavy next task and to further develop and promote the IESF.”
“I am honored to have been trusted with this key position within the IESF and look forward to continuing the magnificent work that has been driven under Vlad’s remarkable leadership in recent years,” HRH Prince Faisal said.
“Looking ahead, I am greatly enthused by the opportunities to elevate the world of eSports to greater heights. With a strong emphasis on strategy, governance and growth, the IESF will continue organizing exceptional tournaments and events, uniting the world’s elite eSports athletes and fostering an inclusive environment of fair competition to support the global esports community and drive our industry forward.
“Working alongside Vlad has been a true please. The IESF would not be in the brilliant position it is today without his ideas, influence and impact. I echo the sentiment of all my colleagues and friends at the IESF in wishing him the very best for the future.”
Along with his interim presidency, HRH Prince Faisal will retain his position as Vice-President of the Global Esports Federation. Additionally, he brings in vast experience and expertise in the eSports space from his other roles in the sector. He has led both the Saudi Esports Federation (SEF) and Arab Esports Federation (AEF) since their establishment in 2017, combining his roles and responsibilities with those of the IESF Global Vice-President.

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RTG Announces Evive Australia as the First Innovation to Take the Stage at Pitch!
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Regulating the Game (RTG) has announced Evive Australia as the first innovation to take the stage at Pitch! – part of the annual RTG gathering in Sydney in March.
The event will take place at the famous Sydney Opera House on 9 March 2026, as part of the sixth edition of the international regulatory and industry conference.
Evive is an app designed to help people change how they play or seek support for gambling harms. Created by Sam DeMello, a tech specialist drawing on his lived experience of gambling harm, and supported by Jay Robinson, a safer-gambling expert with over two decades of harm-minimisation and prevention experience, Evive Australia aims to deliver personalised tools, resources and pathways for anyone seeking to reduce risk or access help.
“Evive brings together real-world experience, clinical expertise and technology to create an accessible and credible platform for change. Pitch! was conceived to spotlight exactly these kinds of innovations – ideas that challenge convention, improve safeguards and reimagine the future of regulation and industry practice,” said Paul Newson, Principal at Vanguard Overwatch and founder of Regulating the Game.
“Evive isn’t just another app, it’s a bridge between lived experience, behavioral science and practical support. It shows that compliance and compassion can coexist, and when they do, everyone benefits. The app gives regulators and operators confidence in credible harm reduction tools, while giving people a safe, stigma free path to change,” Robinson said.
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Hacksaw Gaming Goes Live with bet365 Brazil
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Celebrating yet another market expansion together, Hacksaw Gaming and bet365 are now live in Brazil, via Light & Wonder.
Currently sporting their very own superhero in the form of the branded Spinman slot, bet365 Brazil users can look forward to an array of Hacksaw Gaming slots becoming available very soon.
Hacksaw and bet365 already boast a long-standing partnership, with content live in a notable amount of markets, including Mexico, Ontario and the UK. This is yet another standout go-live that highlights both their relationship and their shared ambition of bringing innovative, quality content to users worldwide. By continuing to expand alongside industry leaders like bet365, Hacksaw reinforces its commitment to delivering boundary-pushing content to players worldwide, while strengthening its position as a key supplier in regulated markets.
A spokesperson at bet365 said: “We’re thrilled to extend our partnership with Hacksaw Gaming into the Brazilian market. Our players are always looking for fresh and engaging content, and Hacksaw’s portfolio has proven time and again to deliver exactly that. We’re confident this expansion will be a big hit with our growing audience in Brazil.”
Marcus Cordes, Operational CEO of Hacksaw Gaming, said: “Going live with bet365 in Brazil is a proud moment for us. Latin America is a key growth region for our industry, and to expand with one of the biggest names in the industry showcases the strength of our content and the trust we’ve built through our partnership. We look forward to entertaining new players with our unique and innovative titles.”
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Shacks Evolution Announce Strategic Partnership with Moja Group
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Shacks Evolution Studios, a leader in mobile-first gaming innovation, has announced a strategic partnership with Moja Group Inc., the parent company of Mojabet, one of Africa’s top online betting platforms.
This collaboration aims to redefine Africa’s iGaming experience through locally inspired, high-performance digital entertainment. As part of this partnership, Shacks Evolution Studios is launching two exclusive instant games: Mojawheel and Moja Citadel fully customised for Mojabet users.
These titles will be accompanied by a broader rollout of Shacks Evolution’s instant games portfolio, now accessible to audiences across multiple African markets.
“At Shacks Evolution Studios, we believe in creating games that resonate with the environment and culture of the people playing them. This partnership with Moja Group allows us to bring cutting-edge gameplay to millions while staying true to the realities of Africa’s digital landscape, including low network availability and diverse cultural tastes,” said Kwame Mensah, CEO of Shacks Evolution Studios.
“This collaboration is about more than just gaming, it’s about celebrating African creativity and delivering world-class entertainment with a local touch. By working closely with Shacks Evolution Studios, we are offering our Mojabet users something truly unique, games that feel like they were made just for them,” said Amina Diallo, Chief Marketing Officer at Moja Group Inc.
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