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Atlaslive: Riding the Esports Wave — Tapping into a Billion-Dollar Opportunity
Esports is no longer just a trend; it’s a booming phenomenon that’s reshaping the iGaming landscape. As tech continues to weave itself into every part of our lives, the rise of esports has become impossible to ignore. It’s competitive gaming at its finest, with fans cheering for their favorite teams, watching matches with the same passion they have for traditional sports, and, of course, placing bets on the outcomes.
What started as a niche has exploded into a multi-billion-dollar industry, with live broadcasts of esports competitions attracting global audiences. Platforms like YouTube and Twitch have made it simple for anyone with an internet connection to jump in, watch top players and teams go head-to-head, and be part of the action. Like their traditional sports counterparts, successful esports players can pull in impressive earnings, and with major tournaments offering millions in prize money, the stakes are high.
The esports ecosystem is vast, encompassing everything from tournament organization and league development to event broadcasting. As the esports scene expands, so does the betting market, offering fans new ways to engage by placing wagers on their favorite teams, players, or outcomes. This evolution has transformed casual gamers into professional esports athletes, capturing the attention of millions worldwide.
Thanks to platforms like Atlaslive’s Sportsbook, esports betting is gaining serious traction. We understand the importance of offering a comprehensive iGaming platform that meets the needs of both operators and their audiences. The Atlaslive Sportsbook Platform is your all-in-one solution, featuring real-time transactions, customer relationship management, bonus systems, and a wide range of payment options. With Atlaslive, operators have everything they need to run a seamless and successful betting operation, ensuring an enhanced user experience.
Esports Betting Booms Across the Globe
Esports betting is on the rise across different continents, with North and Latin America emerging as key markets in this exciting sector. Just as traditional sports betting has evolved, esports betting is also seeing rapid innovation. At Atlaslive, we’re particularly excited about the opportunities in Latin America—a region with growing economies and a strong passion for both traditional sports and esports. Games like Counter-Strike and League of Legends are massive here, especially in Brazil, where the esports scene is thriving.
Brazil is a standout market, with a population of around 220 million, many of whom are young and passionate about sports. The country’s love for soccer is now spilling over into esports, with soccer stars like Neymar joining the fun, playing Counter-Strike with pros, and streaming to huge audiences. This crossover has fostered a robust fan culture, not just for traditional esports titles but also for games like Rainbow 6 and the rebranded EA Sports FC, formerly FIFA. Once esports betting is fully regulated here, we’re expecting a surge in popularity.
North America is another major player, with the U.S. leading the global market. In 2023 alone, the esports market in the U.S. was valued at nearly $0.93 billion, and we anticipate steady growth to about $1.46 billion by 2027, driven by a consistent annual growth rate of 9.4%.
Europe isn’t far behind, generating $1.1 billion in revenue in 2023. With a growth rate of 9.7%, the European market could see revenues surpass $1.76 billion by 2027. Europe’s cultural diversity and deep-seated esports enthusiasm make it a hotbed for games like Dota 2 and CS, with major tournaments regularly held across the continent.
Asia, the largest market, continues to drive the global esports industry, generating over a billion dollars annually across various segments and showing no signs of slowing down.
The Atlaslive Platform is built to be highly customizable, offering a variety of games to meet the specific needs of any market. Our platform is designed with maximum flexibility in mind, allowing operators to target specific markets effectively. Esports is a priority for our Sportsbook, and we’re actively expanding our offerings globally. In partnership with Oddin, we provide a wide selection of cyber events, including Dota 2, Counter-Strike, Valorant, League of Legends, and more, with a range of markets to suit every preference.
Top Esports Games in 2024: Where the Action Is
As millions of fans tune in and the prize money keeps climbing, knowing which games are leading the charge is key—whether you’re a player, a fan, or looking to place a bet. At Atlaslive, we’ve seen a notable increase in betting on games like DOTA 2, CSGO, FIFA, Overwatch, and other top esports titles.
According to Esports Charts, a unique analytical service, leading games like League of Legends, Dota 2, and Counter-Strike dominate the prize pool rankings. League of Legends sits at the top, with over $75 million in prizes, showcasing just how competitive and high-stakes the scene is. Dota 2 also holds strong, with its prize pool hitting the $12 million mark. These significant sums not only highlight the games’ value but also their appeal in the global esports market.
Source: Esports Charts 2024
Looking at peak viewership, it’s clear which games keep fans hooked. League of Legends leads the pack with nearly 3 million peak viewers, proving its massive appeal. Counter-Strike and Valorant also draw big crowds, with millions tuning in to watch the major matchups.
Source: Esports Charts 2024
Picking the Right Esports to Bet On
When it comes to betting on esports, the best advice is to stick with what you know. Having a solid grasp of the game, teams, and players is crucial. Think of it like traditional sports betting: if you’ve never bet on football before, you wouldn’t just randomly choose a league, team, or player without knowing anything about them, right? The same logic applies to esports. Jumping in without any background knowledge is risky.
Just like the countless football leagues around the world, esports features a wide variety of games, each with its own set of teams and skill levels. Betting blindly on any of them can be a gamble in itself.
Esports betting might seem a bit daunting at first, but it’s pretty straightforward once you get the hang of it. While placing bets before a match is the norm, live betting has become increasingly popular, letting you make wagers as the action unfolds. This adds an extra layer of excitement, allowing you to react in real time as the game progresses.
From Predicting Outcomes to Betting Skins: The Many Faces of Esports Wagering
Esports offers several ways to bet, catering to different preferences. The most common method is real-money betting with fixed odds through online platforms, where you predict the match outcome based on provided odds. Social betting is another popular option, where friends or acquaintances make informal wagers with each other, offering a more relaxed and flexible betting experience.
Another unique aspect of esports betting involves skins and loot boxes, virtual items that players can earn or purchase within games. These can be used as stakes in bets, and some platforms even allow the exchange of skins for real money, making it somewhat akin to traditional cash betting.
Bets can vary widely, from predicting the winner of a match or tournament to more specific outcomes, like the final score or the results of individual games. Odd/Even bets are particularly interesting—you guess whether something like the number of games won, players killed, or rounds played will end up as an odd or even number. Over/Under bets involve wagering on whether a team will score more or less than a figure set by the betting site.
At Atlaslive, we take the user experience to the next level by offering extensive coverage of popular esports games with competitive odds. Our platform accommodates flexible betting limits suitable for different types of players, along with attractive welcome bonuses that can be tailored through our CRM component.
What sets the Atlaslive Platform apart is our commitment to convenience and seamless operation for our partners. We offer advanced live features, seamless automation, and real-time adjustments to deliver an unmatched betting experience. We prioritize your target market and requirements, ensuring that our team and technology provide perfect customization to meet your needs.
The Power of Gamification in Esports Betting
Esports is a different beast from traditional sports, and it’s essential to develop a strategy that resonates with esports fans. This means understanding their preferences and using the right channels to engage them. At Atlaslive, we focus on creating a betting experience that’s not just engaging but also perfectly aligned with the interests and habits of esports enthusiasts. These fans are typically younger, tech-savvy, and expect a fast, smooth, and thrilling user experience. To stand out in the esports betting market, sportsbooks need to meet these high expectations.
Atlaslive’s advanced CRM system, equipped with personalized marketing and gamification tools, helps keep audiences captivated and loyal. Gamifying esports betting offers numerous advantages for both operators and players. By incorporating rewards, leaderboards, achievements, and points systems, operators can foster a sense of competition that boosts player engagement. This approach not only attracts new customers but also keeps existing ones loyal by offering extra incentives for betting on games or tournaments.
Gamification enhances the betting experience by allowing players to customize their profiles and compete against friends or other players for prizes. Loyalty programs with exclusive rewards and bonuses for long-term players further increase customer retention. Additionally, operators gain valuable insights into customer behavior through analytics tools that track interactions with the Atlaslive Platform. This data helps us continuously refine our services and spot new growth opportunities.
Gamified esports betting platforms also create a strong sense of community among players. Features like leaderboards and chat rooms enable players to compete and share experiences, strengthening the connection between the operator and the audience. All these elements contribute to higher revenue while ensuring an enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
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Meet Nolimit City’s latest Crazy Ex-Girlfriend…the kind ex who would “accidentally” like your 2014 selfie at 3am and has a little voodoo doll named after you. She’s sliding straight into the portfolio and trust us… you’ll feel her presence. She kind of reminds you of Outsourced and Nine To Five, and with a sound track like hers, you’ll definitely find it hard to forget about her.
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Crazy Ex-Girlfriend has mapped out your every move and runs through a 2-4-4-4-4-2 layout across 6 reels. She’s wild enough to set your house on fire and also sometimes shows up holding a pair of scissors. xSplit® doubles the value of all position multipliers on its row, including its own. Positions with no multiplier value, will get a 2x multiplier on the first split and then increase it another 2x for each consecutive split. Yeah, possibly the only time you’re happy to see your crazy ex holding a pair of scissors.
Plot Twist
All good romantic stories have a Plot Twist. The Plot Twist symbol upgrades all sticky symbols to random higher paying symbols and transforms into the same upgraded symbol. Only one Plot Twist symbol can land per spin. The Plot Twist symbol will not affect Wild and Bonus symbols. If no winning combinations land on the first spin, the Plot Twist symbol transforms into a random mid paying symbol.
Rebound Spins
Buddy, I think it’s time to move on… to Rebound Spins. Wins award respins on non winning positions. Winning symbols and all their instances on the reel area will remain sticky during the respin. Every respin that either improves the win, contains a symbol type from the current win or a Wild/Bonus symbol will award an additional respin. During each respin, the multiplier value of all non-winning positions increases by +1 except for Wilds, Bonus and sticky symbols. Rebound Spins end when there are no more wins.
Carpe DIEm Spins
Carpe DIEm, my guy! Landing 3 Bonus symbols will trigger 5 Carpe DIEm Spins. Position multipliers are kept during Carpe DIEm Spins, and a Wild symbol will remain sticky on the top position of the second reel.
Super Carpe DIEm Spins
Landing 4 Bonus symbols will trigger 7 Super Carpe DIEm Spins. Position multipliers are kept during Super Carpe DIEm Spins, and two Wild symbols will remain sticky on the top and bottom position of the second reel.
Mega Carpe DIEm Spins
Landing 5 Bonus symbols will trigger 10 Mega Carpe DIEm Spins. Position multipliers are kept during Mega Carpe DIEm Spins, and Wild symbols will remain sticky on all positions on the second reel.
Speed Run (Nolimit Bonus)
We all have a special place in our hearts for our “firsts”, don’t we? Speed Run makes its debut in Crazy Ex-Girlfriend! All Carpe Diem modes are played at a fast paced sequence. Position multipliers are kept.
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Remember the good ol’ days when she treated you like a god? Learn how ‘Love Hurts’ by landing God symbols on each position and enjoy the only good thing an ex can give you. A Max Win.
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Break ups are never easy. It’s time to up your game with these Nolimit Boosters:• Bonus Booster – guaranteed a Bonus symbol on reel 2.
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Fujitsu launches ‘Fujitsu Accelerator Program for SPORTS’ to create new value through Sports x Technology
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Fujitsu today announced the launch of “Fujitsu Accelerator Program for SPORTS,” a global partner co-creation program aimed at fostering new innovation in the sports sector.
Through Fujitsu Accelerator, Fujitsu collaborates with startups and other companies to create new businesses and solve challenges by leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as AI and quantum computing. This new program seeks to expand the value and monetization potential of corporate sports. It will achieve this by combining the strengths of Fujitsu’s sports teams and athletes—including its American football, women’s basketball, and track and field teams—and facilities, with the innovative technologies and ideas of partner companies. Through co-creation, the program aims to generate new value in sports and related fields such as entertainment, tourism, and merchandise and build a corporate sports ecosystem.
Fujitsu will begin recruiting new partners who want to engage in new business creation from December 1. Selected companies will be determined after a pitch event scheduled for February 2026. Proof of Concept (PoC) initiatives are planned to commence from fiscal year 2026.
Through various collaborations facilitated by this program, Fujitsu will continue to promote “improving people’s well-being,” one of the indispensable contribution areas of its materiality. In addition to promoting sports through its long-standing support for various teams and athletes, Fujitsu will further accelerate collaboration with local communities and encourage employee engagement.
Application Themes
1. Athlete and Team Enhancement
- Measures to improve athlete performance and results (e.g., training support, mental health support, etc.)
- Data analysis and collection for team sports
2. Well-Being
- Health promotion initiatives targeting a wide range of people, from athletes to general participants and local residents
- Efforts to improve exercise habits and encouragement to start an exercise regimen
3. Fan Engagement Enhancement
- Measures to enhance the appeal of corporate sports teams and athletes, and to attract fans
- Merchandise sales utilizing team IP, improved viewing experiences, and digital fan-participation projects
4. Regional Revitalization
- Revitalization of areas around home arenas and grounds. Business planning in collaboration with local communities (local governments, educational institutions, shopping districts, etc.)
- Tourism planning, especially initiatives linked to the Kawasaki area
5. Social Inclusion
- Access to sports for all demographics (para-sports, adaptive sports), sports experiences for elementary and junior high school students, and club activity support
6. Operations and Business Foundation
- Sports management platforms, corporate sports revenue models, event management, sponsor visibility, DX planning for venues, and athlete second career support
Fujitsu’s Sports Teams
Fujitsu manages many sports teams including its American football team “Fujitsu Frontiers,” the women’s basketball team “Fujitsu Red Wave,” and the track and field team. These teams have produced top athletes who aim for national and world championships. Athletes work as full-time employees of Fujitsu while engaging in their athletic activities, embodying the company’s values and social mission through sports.
1. Fujitsu Frontiers (American Football Team):
Eight-time X-League champions, aiming for an unprecedented ninth title.
2. Fujitsu Red Wave (Women’s Basketball Team):
Achieved their second W-League championship in 16 years in 2023. A top team that values player autonomy.
3. Track and Field Team:
A top-level team that has produced world, Asian, and Japanese record holders. Athletes excel in a wide range of events, including race walking, marathon, and sprints.
4. Other Sports Teams:
In addition to the above, Fujitsu also has various other sports teams, including in women’s cheerleading, men’s basketball and volleyball, 9-man volleyball, swimming, horseback riding, and golf.
Upcoming Schedule (Tentative):
- February 6, 2026: Application deadline
- February 26, 2026: Pitch event
- March 2026: Selection of adopted companies
- April 2026: Start of PoCs
Companies selected to participate in this program will be provided with opportunities to interview and survey athletes and staff belonging to Fujitsu’s sports teams. Fujitsu will offer its training facilities for the PoCs, support the development of use cases, and promote and sell co-created services through the Fujitsu Group.
Fujitsu’s Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations in 2015 represent a set of common goals to be achieved worldwide by 2030.
Fujitsu’s purpose – “to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation” – is a promise to contribute to the vision of a better future empowered by the SDGs.
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GAIA is the world’s first AI-driven roulette host now in commercial use.
Global entertainment brand SkillOnNet has announced the launch of GAIA Roulette, a groundbreaking new roulette experience powered by artificial intelligence.
The game – which is now live on PlayUZU Mexico, with plans to expand to additional markets across the SkillOnNet network in the coming months – blends the thrill of RNG gameplay with the 3D realism of a live dealer. It’s the world’s first AI-driven roulette host now in commercial use.
Unlike traditional RNG tables, GAIA Roulette features an intelligent, interactive digital dealer that is personalized to each player. GAIA learns player preferences, adapts its communication style, and provides real-time assistance, helping users understand bets, game flow, and strategies.
Players can discuss game events – asking questions about game results, previous numbers, their wins and losses, and review gameplay history – but they can also talk about everyday topics like hobbies, sports, foods, movies, weather and more to make the experience more enjoyable.
Designed and developed in-house by SkillOnNet, GAIA stands for Gaming AI Agent. It uses GPT-4.1-mini for chat, which supports every language, so players worldwide can converse with her in their native tongue.
For players who enjoy the personal touch of a live dealer, GAIA provides the next best thing. And because it’s powered by RNG technology, they also enjoy faster gameplay and more spins per session than a real live-dealer environment.
For SkillOnNet, GAIA represents a major step forward for AI-driven gaming and personalised casino experiences.
Jani Kontturi, Head of Games at SkillOnNet, said: “With GAIA Roulette, we’re redefining what’s possible in RNG casino entertainment, and we’re proud to bring our players something truly revolutionary. PlayUZU has always been about fairness, fun, and innovative entertainment — and GAIA fits perfectly with that promise. This launch will set a new standard for what players can expect from online roulette.”
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