Esports

Bluum Launches Innovative Esports, STEAM, and Security Solutions

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
Student, Learning, University, Research, STEM, School, Curriculum, Strategic planning, Software, Impact, K-12, Esports, Education, Nursing

PHOENIX, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- At its recent Impact 2024 conference, Bluum, a leading provider of education technology, unveiled five new solutions designed to address the biggest challenges in education today. The latest customizable selections of hardware, software, and services from Bluum aim to help educators increase and improve enrollment, keep schools safe and informed, and deliver curriculum innovation for K-12 and higher education.

Key Points: 
  • Bluum is on a never-ending mission to help improve learning and access to education," said Bluum CRO Scott Pintsopoulos.
  • "Bluum is on a never-ending mission to help improve learning and access to education," said Bluum CRO Scott Pintsopoulos.
  • This innovative strategy not only boosts enrollment figures but also fosters a dynamic learning environment, aligning education with evolving trends and student interests.
  • The new school safety solution provides comprehensive cyber and physical security solutions to ensure a secure learning environment.

DatChat Issues Shareholder Letter and Provides Corporate Update

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Architecture, Social media, Growth, Esports, Patent, Networking hardware, File, Video game

Currently DatChat owns approximately 75% of SmarterVerse, Inc., the entity that owns and operates our Habytat AI Gaming platform and metaverse.

Key Points: 
  • Currently DatChat owns approximately 75% of SmarterVerse, Inc., the entity that owns and operates our Habytat AI Gaming platform and metaverse.
  • Subject to board approval, DatChat will distribute its shares of SmarterVerse to shareholders.
  • If the distribution proceeds, DatChat shareholders will maintain their current shares in DatChat and get a pro-rata distribution of DatChat’s shares of SmarterVerse common stock.
  • I believe that our near-term initiatives are poised for positive results ahead, in both unlocking shareholder value and creating significant growth and revenue opportunities.

Falcon’s Beyond Strikes Sweet Deal with The Hershey Company to Create New Hershey-Themed Experiential Attractions

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Food, Beverage, Other Retail, Retail, Other Entertainment, Entertainment, Life, The Hershey Company, Multimedia, Partnership, Twizzlers, LBE, Snack, Qiddiya, Esports

Falcon’s Beyond Global, Inc. (Nasdaq: FBYD) (“Falcon’s” or the “Company”), a global entertainment powerhouse and visionary innovator in immersive storytelling, today announced a licensing agreement with The Hershey Company (“Hershey”).

Key Points: 
  • Falcon’s Beyond Global, Inc. (Nasdaq: FBYD) (“Falcon’s” or the “Company”), a global entertainment powerhouse and visionary innovator in immersive storytelling, today announced a licensing agreement with The Hershey Company (“Hershey”).
  • Through this expansive contract, Falcon’s will conceive and develop Hershey-branded Location Based Entertainment (LBE) experiences featuring the industry-leading confectionary and snack company’s iconic IP, such as Hershey’s, Reese’s, Jolly Rancher, and Twizzlers, in both the United States and international markets.
  • This press release features multimedia.
  • Additional details about the Hershey-branded experiences and the debut location will be announced at a later date.

Kia Europe renews exclusive sponsorship of the League of Legends EMEA Championship

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Friday, January 12, 2024
MVP, Kia, Partnership, League, League of Legends, Riot Games, Esports, Creativity, LEC, Video game

FRANKFURT, Germany, Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia has renewed its sponsorship of the League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC) as the Main Automotive Partner for the sixth consecutive year, with a three-year extension taking the sponsorship to 2026. With esports being the fastest-growing sport in the world, League of Legends is currently the world's most watched esports competition  The synergy between Kia´s modern outlook and LEC audience is an ideal pairing, creating a diverse meeting place that unites different generations through a common interest.

Key Points: 
  • The 2024 LEC Season officially kicks off on 13 January at the Riot Games Arenain Berlin, Germany.
  • From this season, Kia will serve as the presenting partner of three LEC awards, given to the most outstanding players: the Kia All-Pro Team, Kia Player of the Game, and the Kia 2024 Season MVP (most valuable player).
  • "We are excited to continue being involved in the League of Legends EMEA Championship, the competitive gaming league that sets the benchmark for esports," said David Hilbert, Marketing Director at Kia Europe.
  • "We look forward to offering more unique experiences to League of Legends fans in the years ahead."

Kia Europe renews exclusive sponsorship of the League of Legends EMEA Championship

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Friday, January 12, 2024
MVP, Kia, Partnership, League, League of Legends, Riot Games, Esports, Creativity, LEC, Video game

FRANKFURT, Germany, Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia has renewed its sponsorship of the League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC) as the Main Automotive Partner for the sixth consecutive year, with a three-year extension taking the sponsorship to 2026. With esports being the fastest-growing sport in the world, League of Legends is currently the world's most watched esports competition  The synergy between Kia´s modern outlook and LEC audience is an ideal pairing, creating a diverse meeting place that unites different generations through a common interest.

Key Points: 
  • The 2024 LEC Season officially kicks off on 13 January at the Riot Games Arenain Berlin, Germany.
  • From this season, Kia will serve as the presenting partner of three LEC awards, given to the most outstanding players: the Kia All-Pro Team, Kia Player of the Game, and the Kia 2024 Season MVP (most valuable player).
  • "We are excited to continue being involved in the League of Legends EMEA Championship, the competitive gaming league that sets the benchmark for esports," said David Hilbert, Marketing Director at Kia Europe.
  • "We look forward to offering more unique experiences to League of Legends fans in the years ahead."

KIA AMERICA BECOMES OFFICIAL SPONSOR LEAGUE OF LEGENDS LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
LOS, Kia, LCS MVP, Partnership, League, Map, LCS, League of Legends, Riot Games, Esports, Marketing, Most valuable player

Present the Most Valuable Player, Rookie of the Year, All-Pro Team awards

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  • Present the Most Valuable Player, Rookie of the Year, All-Pro Team awards
    IRVINE, Calif., and LOS ANGELES, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia America and Riot Games announced today a partnership that will deeply integrate Kia across the League Championship Series competition, virtual, and in-person experiences.
  • The Kia MVP Award will celebrate extraordinary achievement and a pinnacle moment for the best-performing player on their quest to be iconic.
  • "Like Kia, esports is experiencing incredible growth and this partnership with Riot Games and the League Championship Series is rooted in creating authentic and impactful engagements and interactions with players and fans," said Russell Wager, vice president, marketing, Kia America.
  • *League of Legends is played on a map composed of multiple paths (lanes) all leading toward a series of objectives and the enemies nexus.

United States In-Game Advertising Market Analysis Report 2023: Market to Reach $13.096 Billion by 2028 - Market Thrives on Free-to-Play Mobile Games, Expanding Industry Footprint

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Gambling, Attention, Trust, Esports, Fraud, Smartphone, Advertising, Growth, Immersion, ROI, Video game

United States in-game advertising market share will benefit from growing social and mobile gaming.

Key Points: 
  • United States in-game advertising market share will benefit from growing social and mobile gaming.
  • The United States in-game advertising market provides various opportunities to the companies to have a competitive edge in the market.
  • Furthermore, robust infrastructure and technological upgradation provide opportunities to companies in the United States in-game advertising market.
  • Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the United States in-game advertising market.

Electronic Servitor Publication Network, Inc. Finalizes the Acquisition of Assets of PhiTech Management LLC

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Acquisition, Architecture, Growth, Esports, OTCQB, Consultant, Cryptocurrency

MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- Electronic Servitor Publication Network, Inc. (OTCQB: XESP), a digital engagement company, has finalized its purchase of the assets of PhiTech Management, LLC (“PhiTech”), a digital activation and engagement technology company.

Key Points: 
  • MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- Electronic Servitor Publication Network, Inc. (OTCQB: XESP), a digital engagement company, has finalized its purchase of the assets of PhiTech Management, LLC (“PhiTech”), a digital activation and engagement technology company.
  • PhiTech provides customer and content workflow applications designed to connect people with customized content through dynamic content provisioning creating relevant digital relationships.
  • XESP previously accessed PhiTech technologies, processes and support through a licensing agreement signed in October 2021.
  • XESP now owns the technology in accordance with the terms of an Asset Purchase Agreement by and between XESP and PhiTech dated Dec. 22, 2023.

DouYu International Holdings Limited Announces Share Repurchase Program

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Thursday, December 28, 2023
Share repurchase, Esports

WUHAN, China, Dec. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DouYu International Holdings Limited ("DouYu" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: DOYU), a leading game-centric live streaming platform in China and a pioneer in the eSports value chain, today announced that its board of directors and management have authorized a share repurchase program under which the Company may repurchase up to US$20 million of its ordinary shares in the form of American depositary shares during a period of up to twelve months commencing on January 1, 2024, subject to the relevant rules under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act").

Key Points: 
  • WUHAN, China, Dec. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DouYu International Holdings Limited ("DouYu" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: DOYU), a leading game-centric live streaming platform in China and a pioneer in the eSports value chain, today announced that its board of directors and management have authorized a share repurchase program under which the Company may repurchase up to US$20 million of its ordinary shares in the form of American depositary shares during a period of up to twelve months commencing on January 1, 2024, subject to the relevant rules under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act").
  • The timing and conditions of the share repurchases will be subject to various factors including the requirements under Rule 10b-18 and Rule 10b5-1 of the Exchange Act.
  • The Company's board of directors will review the share repurchase program periodically and may authorize adjustments to its terms and size or suspend or discontinue the program.
  • The Company expects to utilize its existing funds to fund repurchases made under this program.

Pod Digital Media Renews Multi-Year Deal With McDonald’s USA

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
TV and Radio, Podcast, Technology, Publishing, Marketing, Advertising, Entertainment, Communications, Social Media, Networks, Audio, Video, ANA, Black, Gen, Internet radio, Digital media, Internet, PDM, African Americans, Generation Z, Radio, Pleasure, Esports

Pod Digital Media (PDM) , the first multicultural podcast agency network representing more than 400 shows hosted by Black and Latino podcasters, has announced it has renewed its multi-year deal with McDonald’s USA.

Key Points: 
  • Pod Digital Media (PDM) , the first multicultural podcast agency network representing more than 400 shows hosted by Black and Latino podcasters, has announced it has renewed its multi-year deal with McDonald’s USA.
  • The original two-year deal launched in January 2022 with custom segments, content, and specialized ads targeting diverse young audiences.
  • The renewal deal, which begins in January 2024, will extend for another two years.
  • Both parties remain committed to working together to help advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in media.