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S8UL becomes the first ever Indian Esports team to host a two-day Gaming Festival

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S8UL, India’s leading Esports & Gaming organization has announced its first-ever gaming fest, an event dedicated to its passionate fans from all over the country. Sponsored by Lenovo and Intel, the S8UL Gaming Fest which is in partnership with The Esports Club, promises to be a thrilling two-day extravaganza from July 29-30 in Bangalore. With S8UL bringing in the best of the gaming creators & TEC bringing in their proven track record of creating gaming IPs & offline experiences, the event is set up for success from the get-go.

Fans at S8UL Gaming Fest will be able to experience the latest games and play on the latest Lenovo Legion Gaming Devices powered by 13th Gen Intel Core Processors across the venue. S8UL Gaming Festival is the latest ecosystem partner for Lenovo and Intel; both have jointly been supporting the development of esports in India at various levels.

The S8UL Gaming Fest will bring together India’s top gaming creators, leading brands, and publishers to create an immersive gaming experience like no other. Fans will get the unique opportunity to showcase their exceptional skills and compete in tournaments with their favourite gamers including Mortal, ScoutOP, Regaltos, PayalGaming, KaashPlays, Mavi, Snax and many more.

Commenting on their inaugural gaming fest, Animesh Agarwal aka 8Bit Thug, Co-Founder and CEO, S8UL said, “We are extremely proud to present the first ever S8UL Gaming Fest, a celebration that revolves around our incredible fans. This event is our way of giving back to the community that has not only been a part of but also supported us heartily throughout our journey. It’s an opportunity for us to come together and create unforgettable memories together.”

Apart from the tournaments, the S8UL Gaming Fest will feature a plethora of activities for fans, including giveaways, exclusive merchandise, meet and greets with popular streamers, and much more. This festival will not only create memories that will last a lifetime but also bridge the gap between gamers and their fans to unite the gaming community.

“We wanted to create a platform where gamers and fans alike could come together to experience the best of gaming. By hosting top streamers and organizing thrilling tournaments, we aim to inspire and entertain everyone who attends. It’s going to be an unforgettable experience,” expressed Lokesh Jain aka Goldy, Co-Founder & COO, S8UL.

One of the most exciting aspects of the event is that there will be no entry fee, making it accessible to all the fans. This will ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in this grand celebration and relish their passion for gaming.

Mansoor “Nabu” Ahmed, Co-Founder & COOThe Esports Club; “We are thrilled to partner with S8UL on S8UL Gaming Fest. We are confident of delivering a super successful event with these amazing creators. The 2-day extravaganza comes as a delight for the community, and excited to make it even better alongside S8UL

Additionally, S8UL Gaming Festival will also feature daily community tournaments for popular titles such as Valorant, FIFA 23, Mortal Kombat and more with an astonishing prize pool up for grabs. Gamers will have the chance to prove their skills and go home with remarkable rewards on both days.

S8UL Fest will also have an exclusive daily cosplay competition judged by S8UL Creators themselves with bumper prizes up for grabs for the best cosplay across the 2 days.

The passes for the S8UL Gaming Festival are now live on Eventbrite: https://www .eventbrite .com/e/s8ul-gaming-festival-tickets-676580910717?aff=Media

For more information, updates, and registration details, please follow the official S8UL pages on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

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IESF and ITTI Open Applications for Scholarships in Esports Management

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The International Esports Federation (IESF) and the International Institute of Technology and Innovation (ITTI) are thrilled to announce the launch of the IESF x ITTI Scholarships, an initiative designed to empower the next generation of Esports leaders. This scholarship program brings together the industry’s best resources to select young talent ready to make their mark in Esports management and gaming.

Four scholarships are available for promising students who will join ITTI’s Master’s in Esports Management and Gaming program. This scholarship opportunity opens on November 4, 2024, and closes on November 20, 2024. The project is also part of  IESF and Busan City’s World Esports R&D Center Program, supporting education and development in the Esports industry.

Scholarship Allocation:

  • One student who is a Resident of Busan, aged 18 – 24.

  • Three international students, aged 18-24.

How to Apply:

Open to applicants aged 18 to 24, the program invites candidates to submit a completed application form and an introduction video addressing specific questions about their goals, interests, and vision for Esports. With support from NASEF, IESF’s educational partner, the selection committee will evaluate each applicant’s creativity, dedication to Esports, and unique ideas to shape the industry.

Applicants can access the Application Form and should complete both the form and video submission by the deadline. 

The IESF x ITTI Scholarships offer a great path into Esports management, and recipients will gain access to ITTI’s advanced curriculum designed to equip students for impactful roles in Esports. We invite all eligible young enthusiasts to apply and join this exciting journey with us. Let’s help shape the future of Esports!

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SOFTSWISS Sportsbook Doubles Esports Turnover in Q3 2024

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1 November 2024 – Esports has experienced explosive growth in Q3 2024, doubling turnover compared to the previous quarter. The average bet on cybersports increased by 17.6% quarter-on-quarter. SOFTSWISS, a global tech expert with over 15 years of experience providing innovative iGaming solutions, shares the SOFTSWISS Sportsbook Q3 2024 report.

The top five sports by Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) remain consistent: Football, Tennis, Basketball, Table Tennis, and eFootball. For the second consecutive quarter, eFootball has outperformed Counter-Strike 2, indicating a shifting interest within the esports sector. Nevertheless, football continues to dominate, contributing nearly half of the total GGR.

The average live bet grew by 10% quarter-on-quarter, a positive development for operators as live bets hold 78.6% of turnover. The SOFTSWISS Sportsbook team is actively enhancing the live betting experience, aiming to capitalise on this trend and provide operators with even greater revenue opportunities.

The average bet grew by 9.7% quarter-on-quarter in Q3 2024, and the number of bets increased by 18.7%. GGR saw a modest growth of 1.5% quarter-on-quarter.

Despite the large number of projects launched for the UEFA Euro 2024, month-on-month statistics show that with the right promotional strategies, projects continue to operate successfully even after such massive events. 

 

Alexander Kamenetskyi, Head of SOFTSWISS Sportsbook, adds: “Aligning a launch with a major sporting event can be a successful strategy, but football is not the only sport that can be leveraged in this way. The growth of cybersports presents new opportunities; for specialised projects targeting specific audiences, esports events can also serve as an effective starting point. 

We continuously focus on product growth and development, enhancing features and user experience to drive further engagement and profitability for our partners.”

The SOFTSWISS Sportsbook is expanding its global presence. The product team is on track to secure certification in Brazil, conducted by an authorised testing laboratory. Furthermore, for the South African market, the SOFTSWISS Sportsbook has recently integrated a Horse Racing Module. This addition offers operators new business opportunities by covering over 2,400 international and local races monthly. The solution engages players with race cards, silks, and multiple bet types while providing operators unique skins and configurations to align with various brand identities.

The SOFTSWISS team is working on The iGaming Trends Report 2025, which offers a deep dive into key industry developments based on over 50,000 media headlines and insights from industry experts. Covering areas like regulation, marketing, technology, and business growth, this report provides a data-driven perspective on the trends shaping the upcoming year. The SOFTSWISS team shares the possibility of joining the waiting list.

All SOFTSWISS products will be showcased at the final major industry event, SiGMA Europe, at stand 2145.

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Procedure to be followed by school clubs affiliating for the 2025 season

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Mind Sports South Africa (MSSA), founded in 1984, is the national federation for Board games, Card games, Esports, and Wargames.

MSSA promotes all  the different disciplines equally, although each school may pick-and-choose which discipline it wishes to promote at its school. Some schools will promote the whole gambit, while others will concentrate on only one discipline, and/or even just concentrate on one specific title.

The choice is ultimately up to the school.

The various games offer unique opportunities to many South African learners. Many learners have been able to earn Regional, Provincial, and National Colours which have allowed them to earn bursaries and obtain first-class educations.

MSSA has sent teams with full Protea Colours to international events since 1991 for wargames, 1996 for Morabaraba, 1997 for Checkers, and 2005 for Esports. Many members of the national teams have been scholars, and all have benefited from their involvement in the national Protea Team. 
With the above in mind the MSSA has streamlined the process for schools to affiliate to the MSSA.
 

There is still the option open for a school to start a full-blown sub-club on its premises, but bearing in mind the tight regulatory conditions under which accredited schools have to operate in the Republic, the MSSA no longer deems it necessary for a school to start a sub-club.

As long as the school club has the approval of the school, and has an Educator-in-Charge, a school may affiliate by merely completing the Application for Affiliation Form and submitting such to MSSA.

In order to affiliate, the completed Application for affiliation Form must be submitted to the MSSA.
 
Once the Board has approved a school’s affiliation, the school then needs to complete the Google Registration Page allocated to the school for the players and make payment.
 
All school members may participate in all events for which it qualifies. Such events include meetings, championships, courses, and so forth. 

Advantages of having a MSSA affiliated club: 
There are many advantages of having a MSSA affiliated club, such as:

  1. Being part of a community where your club has a real say in how things are done
  2. Being able to apply for National Lottery Funding – MSSA member clubs can apply for up to R800,000.00 in funding
  3. Being able to get assistance from your local government
  4. Experience increased media exposure of your events and your gamers
  5. Become part of the international community through the MSSA Registered players are able to become internationally recognised umpires, etc.
  6. Enable your gamers to take part in MSSA events, which may qualify them for Regional, Provincial, and National colours, overseas trips, and even sports bursaries at university.
MSSA’s Constitution
The Constitution forms the foundation of the MSSA. It guarantees members rights and governs the way that the MSSA operates. It can only be amended by a two-thirds majority at a Council Meeting. Please remember that Associations only have two (2) votes each, whereas member clubs have a representational vote, being:
  • Private clubsone vote per every five registered players, and
  • School clubs: one vote per every ten registered players.

MSSA’s General Regulations   
The General Regulations comprises of decisions made by both Council and Executive Committee Meetings. The General Regulations deals with how sub-committees operate as well as to how teams are selected and development funding is distributed.   Please refer to Schedule 10.12 in regard to the rights of clubs in hosting events.

MSSA’s Discipline Specific Regulations   

The Discipline Specific Regulations deal with rules concerning the different disciplines. The Disciplines that the MSSA caters for are; Board Gaming, Card gaming, Esports, and Figure Gaming.

Application for Affiliation form   
When a club applies for membership, the applicant club must complete such form and return the same to the MSSA.
Fee note for 2025
The fee note details the Affiliation Fees and Registration fees that are payable.

Player Registration Form   

The Player Registration Form needs to be completed by every player that is a member of a club and intends to participate in MSSA affairs.

MSSA’s Letter of Undertaking   
The Letter of Undertaking is for all registered players who sit on any MSSA committee.

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