Universities and programmes across the UK are offering students up to £2,000 to compete in video games, reflecting the rapid growth of competitive eSports.
Universities and programmes across the UK are offering students up to £2,000 to compete in computer games, signalling a serious shift in how eSports is treated academically.
Universities and programmes across the UK are offering students up to £2,000 to compete in computer games, signalling a serious push to professionalise eSports talent.
Robinhood has launched an esports prediction market tied to the August 25, 2026 match between GnG Amazigh and Baam Esports, letting users bet on the outcome.
French President Emmanuel Macron received Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Paris for talks spanning esports investment, regional diplomacy, and bilateral ties.
French President Emmanuel Macron hosted Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for a wide-ranging visit that put esports alongside Middle East politics on the agenda.
Team Spirit have won the CS2 title at the Esports World Cup, defeating FUT Esports in the grand final to claim one of the year's most prestigious trophies.
The Esports Nations Cup has been postponed to 2027 as the continuing conflict involving Iran disrupts international scheduling plans for the tournament.
A Chinese team has claimed the Esports World Cup title, beating a Saudi Arabian side in the grand final to secure one of competitive gaming's most prestigious trophies.
Team Spirit secured their spot in the Esports World Cup 2026 Grand Final after eliminating Legacy in a hard-fought match, per reporting from Hotspawn.
DIA Ozarox Esports and Dark Passage are scheduled to clash in the TCL 2026 on August 27, a fixture drawing close attention from League of Legends fans in the region.
Esports has grown fast, but gaps remain. Lessons from traditional and digital sports could help the industry build stronger structures and wider appeal.
