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Global Times: Esports sector enters era of globalization as China welcomes international players

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

Athletes from South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Russia, and China, among other international athletes have been vying for titles at the ongoing 2023 TGA Tencent Esports Games Winter Finals in Beijing.

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  • Athletes from South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Russia, and China, among other international athletes have been vying for titles at the ongoing 2023 TGA Tencent Esports Games Winter Finals in Beijing.
  • Gu Sijia, director of the Tencent interactive entertainment esports department, told the Global Times on Wednesday that this year's event has become more globalized.
  • As the International Olympic Committee looks to create an Olympic esports games, Mao believes that a mentality of openness will help China stay competitive on the international stage.
  • In addition to developing Chinese intellectual property, an international vision is crucial for China to expand its influence in the global arena, Mao noted.

Extra Life Celebrates 15th Annual Game Day to Change Kids' Health

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Extra Life, a Children's Miracle Network Hospitals fundraising program, is thrilled to announce its 15th annual Game Day on November 4, 2023. Extra Life community members from around the world will unite to raise funds for their selected member hospitals, creating a profound impact on children's health and their futures.

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  • Join Extra Life on November 4, 2023, as they celebrate their 15th annual Game Day, uniting gamers and partners to raise vital funds for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals®
    SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Extra Life, a Children's Miracle Network Hospitals fundraising program, is thrilled to announce its 15th annual Game Day on November 4, 2023.
  • Extra Life believes that when you play games to change kids' health, you unlock a world of possibilities for their future.
  • Their annual virtual tabletop event will also feature a livestream fundraising activity for Extra Life during Game Day weekend.
  • Proceeds from the purchase of the medic commander will be donated to CMN Hospitals through the Wargaming Extra Life team.

ESR 24/7 Esports Network to launch hundreds of hours of esports gaming content on The Roku Channel

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Thursday, September 30, 2021

NEW YORK, Sept. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ESR 24/7 Esports Network today announced that it will bring hundreds of hours of esports gaming content to The Roku Channel, including its flagship original Esports Times gameshow.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ESR 24/7 Esports Network today announced that it will bring hundreds of hours of esports gaming content to The Roku Channel, including its flagship original Esports Times gameshow.
  • The Roku Channel licenses and distributes content from more than 175 partners and features an expansive library of 40,000+ free movies and television programs.
  • ESR provides licensed and original esports-themed content to Roku and other affiliates worldwide, including documentaries, tournaments, and game play featuring leading streamers and teams.
  • "Esports is the fastest growing vertical in sports and entertainment business," said Wendy Wang, CEO, ESR 24/7 Esports Network.