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STAR SPORTS NETWORK ACQUIRES BROADCASTING RIGHTS FOR ESPORTS WORLD CUP 2024

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Inaugural Esports World Cup is a global celebration of competitive excellence and esports fandom,  with a record-breaking prize pool of over $60 million (500 Cr.)

Star Sports Network and the Esports World Cup Foundation (“EWCF”) today announced the acquisition of broadcasting rights for the Esports World Cup (“EWC”) 2024. The tournament, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from July 3rd to August 25th, will unite the global gaming communities and deliver premier competition in a unique format at an unprecedented scale. Over eight weeks, the EWC will feature the world’s top Esports clubs competing in 21 of the most popular game titles, making it the largest multi-game Esports tournament ever. As the official broadcaster, Star Sports is set to deliver comprehensive coverage of the tournament, offering viewers and fans an unparalleled Esports experience with in-depth commentary in English and Hindi. The Esports World Cup will be streamed on Star Sports’ YouTube channel and broadcast on linear TV via Star Sports First and Star Sports 2.

In 2022, BGMI Masters became the first Esports franchise to be broadcast in India by the Star Sports Network, drawing in millions of viewers over its linear television debut. Highlighting the immense popularity of the online multiplayer battle royale game, Star Sports has been instrumental in bringing esports to the mainstream Indian gaming audience.

Vikram Passi, Head Marketing – Sports, Disney Star, stated, “Esports is rapidly emerging as a significant force, fuelled by India’s burgeoning gaming culture and its recognition on the global stage. The BGMI Masters’ Series, in just a few seasons, has firmly established itself as a premier tournament in India, demonstrating the immense potential for world-class Esports competitions. With the upcoming Esports World Cup broadcast, we aim to expand our audience base, energize the gaming community, and foster greater acceptance of Esports among non-gamers. This event will not only captivate dedicated Esports enthusiasts but also engage a younger demographic across our platforms, driving a broader appreciation for the competitive gaming landscape.”

Ralf Reichert, CEO Esports World Cup Foundation, said “Our partnership with Star Sports brings the Esports World Cup to India’s massive and passionate gaming audience. Having witnessed this firsthand, I’m thrilled to nurture India’s growing esports scene and inspire future champions. With the world’s best competing in Riyadh, we hope to spark a new wave of esports fandom in India, and maybe even see an Indian team claim victory.”

The EWC will offer the largest prize pool in esports and feature the most popular esports titles across all major gaming genres. It will welcome a new cross-game competition format, awarding prizes for individual game titles and club performances. This will be a first ever Esports World Cup with a prize pool of more than $60 million (INR 500 crore)

The eight games to be broadcasted on Star Sports Network are Call of Duty: Warzone, Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2, Overwatch 2, Apex Legends, Fortnite, EA Sports FC 24, and PUBG Battlegrounds     .

Specific highlights include:

  • Opening Broadcast: Week 1 July 3rd at 10 PM on SS First and SS YT Channel with Call of Duty: Warzone in Hindi.
  • Weekly Schedule: From Week 3, starting July 18, EWC will be broadcast at 9 PM on SS2 and SS First along with SS YT Channel
  • Hindi Commentary: Call of Duty: Warzone (Week 1) and Counter-Strike 2 (Week 3) will be shown with Hindi commentary on SS First along with and SS YT Channel

The Esports World Cup broadcast on the Star Sports Network will further solidify esports as one of the fastest-growing sports in India, bringing the best of global esports action to India. The Esports World Cup Foundation is pleased to share Star Sports’ vision in bringing esports to a broader audience as they continue to pave the way for the future of competitive gaming in India

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George Miller (Gyorgy Molnar) started his career in content marketing and has started working as an Editor/Content Manager for our company in 2016. George has acquired many experiences when it comes to interviews and newsworthy content becoming Head of Content in 2017. He is responsible for the news being shared on multiple websites that are part of the European Gaming Media Network.

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ELA Games in Rome: Studio to Showcase New Titles & Plans at the SiGMA Europe Summit

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ELA Games is set to attend the SiGMA Europe Summit in Rome from 3 – 6 November. The event gathers global iGaming leaders to discuss innovations, future technologies, and rising companies.

Representing ELA Games will be:

  • Yaroslav Soloshenko, Head of Business Development
  • Peter Vonarshenko, Senior Business Development Manager

They will reveal the studio’s latest titles, such as the festive Witches’ Book, high-energy Piñatas Festival, and highly successful Buffalo Force, which experienced record growth statistics. Additionally, attendees will get a sneak peek into ELA Games’ upcoming title, Riches Express (30 October release), and other forthcoming plans.

Yaroslav and Peter will also unveil exciting new expansion plans in Greece and what that means for the studio’s future content developments.

Special Panel Appearance

On 4 November (11:30 – 12:10, Stage 3 | Affiliate Leaders), Yaroslav Soloshenko will take part in a special panel discussion titled “Battle for the Bottom Line: Does Product or Marketing Drive Growth?”

The session will bring together leading industry experts, from star streamers to product innovators, to explore the strategies that fuel player acquisition, retention, and revenue. Yaroslav will share his insights on ELA Games’ multifaceted approach to growth, including strategic game development and relevant marketing.

Yaroslav commented, “The conversation around strong product development versus marketing is always evolving. For ELA Games, true growth happens when the two work together. A great product generates stories and memories worth sharing, which is what we try to revolve our marketing strategies around. I look forward to sharing more in-depth insights at my panel discussion at the SiGMA Europe Summit.”

Meet ELA Games in Rome

Attendees can book a 1-on-1 meeting with Yaroslav and Peter to learn more about how diverse content can boost operator growth and keep players engaged for longer.

ELA Games’ standout titles, such as Buffalo Force, have been a driving growth factor, experiencing record engagement metrics in just 3 weeks. Operators can explore the studio’s diverse and ever-growing portfolio to discover more highly engaging content that players love.

Join the team at the SiGMA Europe Summit in Rome from 3 – 6 November.

Secure a meeting now — limited slots available!

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Veikkaus Continues Preparations for the Partial Multi-license System Set to Open in 2027

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Veikkaus is continuing its preparations for the partial multi-license system set to open in 2027. The company aims to remain the market leader in the Finnish gambling sector in the coming years.

Veikkaus has been systematically preparing for the future for a long time. Efforts to strengthen the company’s competitiveness are ongoing: Veikkaus will continue to focus on its core business and, through this, ensure growth in gross gaming revenue in a responsible way.

Many gambling companies aiming to enter the Finnish market are actively preparing to challenge Veikkaus when the licensing market opens.

“Competition will certainly be very tough, as many signs already indicate. Veikkaus is a strong company that will succeed in the competition, but as an organization, we must transform to meet the new situation,” said Reija Laaksonen, EVP, People, Culture and Communications at Veikkaus.

As part of the company’s strategy, Veikkaus will initiate change negotiations affecting three different functions. In total, at the time the negotiation proposal was given, 75 Veikkaus employees are within the scope of the negotiations. The planned measures could, if implemented, lead to personnel impacts as defined in Section 16 of the Act on Co-operation within Undertakings, such as redundancies or unilateral changes to essential terms of employment.

According to current estimates, the negotiations may result in the termination of a total of 20–31 employment contracts and substantial changes to the terms of employment for 20–30 employees. At the same time, it is planned that 22–28 new roles and positions will be created within the functions involved in the negotiations.

“When targeting possible measures, Veikkaus will pay particular attention to the requirements of business operations and ensuring competence in line with Veikkaus’ strategy. Any measures will be implemented in accordance with applicable legislation,” said Laaksonen.

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Betsson to Attend SiGMA Central Europe 2025

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Betsson Group is going to participate in SiGMA Central Europe 2025, taking place in Rome, Italy, from 3–6 November. As one of the region’s most awaited iGaming conferences, SiGMA Central Europe brings together top industry leaders to explore new technologies, business opportunities and market trends shaping the future of the industry.

Betsson Group Joins the Stage at SiGMA Central Europe

Two of Betsson Group’s leaders will take the stage to discuss regulated markets, compliance and brand strategy.

4 November | 10:15–10:45 CET

Speaker: Dario Evangelista, Deputy General Counsel, Betsson Group

Panel: Licence to Launch: Winning Strategies for Entering Regulated Markets

This panel will explore key strategies for operators expanding from emerging to regulated markets, focusing on compliance, customer protection and cultural adaptation.

4 November | 13:20–13:35 CET

Speaker:Ronni Hartvig, Chief Commercial Officer, Betsson Group

Keynote: Global Power, Local Passion: Evolving Betsson’s Brand for a Regulated World

Ronni will discuss how Betsson Group has evolved its global strategy – rebranding, navigating regulation and uniting multiple brands under one identity while maintaining local relevance.

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