Gaming

COLOGNE: The Central European division of Universal Music Group (UMG) have announced a multi-year partnership with ESL Gaming, the world’s biggest eSports company that will be managed out of UMG’s Berlin headquarters.

The aim of the agreement is to exclusively help Universal discover and promote new artists through ESL’s global tournaments and channels. In an industry first, UMG will partner with ESL to create the ultimate destination for gaming and music fans alike to experience the official soundtrack of the world’s esports leagues and tournaments. 

Dec 15, 2020 14:12
NEW DELHI: The governing council of the Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports, a self-regulatory industry body for online fantasy sports in India, has approved changes in its constitution, FIFS announced Tuesday. 
Dec 14, 2020 18:12
BENGALURU: The Karnataka government has revoked the digital betting privileges accorded to Bangalore Turf Club with immediate effect.
Dec 14, 2020 17:12
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.: Electronic Arts Inc. announced Monday that it has reached an agreement with the board of Codemasters for the recommended acquisition of the UK-based game developer and publisher. 
Dec 10, 2020 15:12
NEW DELHI: Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said online fantasy sports is revolutionising sports by bringing fans closer to their favourite games. Rijiju's comments, coming close on the heels of similar arguments made by government think tank Niti Aayog, indicates that the Centre has got fully behind the premise that the online fantasy sports industry "is fuelling sports consumption". 
Dec 09, 2020 17:12
NEW DELHI: Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju said here Tuesday that the government has made various policy changes and taken up initiatives to encourage and support sportspersons and the sporting community, even after they retire.  
Dec 09, 2020 16:12
MUMBAI: Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports (FIFS) on Monday said Niti Aayog’s draft guiding principles will offer the required impetus to “responsible growth” of online fantasy sports industry in India. 
Dec 07, 2020 16:12
NEW DELHI: Central government think tank Niti Aayog has argued for the setting up of a single self-regulatory organisation to oversee the online fantasy sports industry.
Dec 01, 2020 19:12
CHICAGO: Sports data and technology company Stats Perform Tuesday announced the acquisition of platforms for creating automated video highlights and real-time alerts from Palo Alto-based tech company Thuuz Sports.  Financial details were not disclosed.
Nov 30, 2020 13:11
NEW DELHI: Reliance Jio’s gaming arm JioGames has partnered with Battle Royale game Clash Royale to host a 27-day gaming tournament that kick-started at the weekend. The 27-day tournament, being held between 28 November and 25 December, is geared for gamers across all levels - beginners, amateurs, and professionals, JioGames stated.
Nov 27, 2020 17:11
LONDON: The Premier League and Electronic Arts are launching the third season of ePremier League. The EA SPORTS FIFA 21 Global Series competition gives UK-based players the chance to win the ePremier League title for their favourite club. Registration for this year’s competition opens at 5pm GMT on Thursday 3 December at e.premierleague.com, with online qualification beginning in January.