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Play By The Rules: Esports Legal Forum Announced for ESI Lisbon 2024

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July 15, 2024

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ESI Events is proud to announce the launch of “Play By The Rules,” a pioneering legal forum dedicated to the esports sector, taking place as part of ESI Lisbon from September 23rd to 25th, 2024.

In cooperation with international lawyers Leonid Shmatenko (Eversheds Sutherland) and Rodolphe Ruffié-Farrugia (Clifford Chance) as well as Esports Legal News, this inaugural event aims to set the standard for esports-focused legal conferences worldwide.

Event Overview

ESI Events and the co-organizers intend for “Play By The Rules” to provide an unparalleled platform for legal professionals (attorneys, inhouse-lawyers, academics, and students), industry stakeholders, and esports enthusiasts to delve into the complex legal landscape of the esports sector. With a focus on player contracts, intellectual property, governance and regulation, streaming rights, and more, the forum promises a rich agenda filled with topical, fresh, and insightful discussions.

Key Dates

September 24, 2024: Play By The Rules Conference (Concurrent with ESI Lisbon Day 1 and taking place at the same venue)
September 25, 2024: Exclusive access for PBTR speakers, sponsors, and VIP guests to ESI Lisbon Day 2 and the SBC Summit

Themes and Focus Areas

“Play By The Rules” will cover a broad spectrum of legal questions affecting the global esports industry, through stage talks, roundtable discussions and focussed group networking, with an emphasis on creating actionable takeaways for attendees. Key areas of discussion will include:

Player contracts and rights
Intellectual property challenges
Governance and regulatory frameworks
Streaming and broadcasting rights
Dispute resolution mechanisms

Attendees will also have the opportunity to attend our evening social event, the ESI Film Festival at the MEO Arena with top quality food and beverage, gaining detailed insights into esports, gaming and intersecting industries as we shine a light on stories behind the screens.

ESI Lisbon 2024 Highlights

Running alongside the SBC Summit, which anticipates over 25,000 attendees, ESI Lisbon will feature:

Esports Leaders Summit
ESI Film Festival
ESI Hall of Fame
Checkpoint
The Clutch

Already confirmed attendees at ESI Lisbon include;

Formula One
Savvy Games
UNICEF
Samsung Ads
OverActive Media
Deutsche Telekom
Radisson Hotel Group
Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One
Twitch
BLAST
ESL FACEIT Group
Chess.com
Electronic Arts
Ubisoft
City Football Group
Visit Raleigh
Team Liquid
Moonton
Visit Qatar
OG Esports
Wasserman
& many, many more

Sam Cooke, Co-Founder and Managing Director at Esports Insider said: “We are thrilled to launch ‘Play By The Rules’ in partnership with Leonid Shmatenko of Eversheds Sutherland and Rodolphe Ruffié-Farrugia of Clifford Chance as part of ESI Lisbon 2024. Our new esports legal forum represents a first and important step in addressing the complex legal challenges within the esports industry, providing a dedicated forum for discussion, innovation, and actionable solutions. By bringing together the brightest minds in esports law, we aim to set a new standard for legal excellence in this rapidly evolving sector.”

Leonid Shmatenko, Senior Associate at Eversheds Sutherland and Founder of Esports Legal News: “After an extensive search for a comparable event in the market, I found numerous conferences that addressed video games law but none that focused specifically on the unique legal challenges in esports. Esports is a rapidly growing field with its own set of legal considerations, and it is high time we had a dedicated platform to address these issues. I approached ESI with this concept and their enthusiasm and commitment to excellence made them the perfect partner. Together, we aim to set new standards in the esports law conference world, providing invaluable insights and fostering a deeper understanding of the legal landscape in esports.”

Rodolphe Ruffié-Farrugia, Counsel at Clifford Chance and co-founder of Esports Legal News: “For years now, esports has been a booming industry and we have witnessed the emergence of a wide variety of professional stakeholders, including the players themselves, their teams, the leagues, tournament organisers… Yet, the legal industry has not been as quick in adapting to the unique needs and high stakes at play in esports, no doubt because lawyers and gamers tend to evolve in different worlds. Knowing well these communities from within both personally and professionally, I have made it a mission years ago to build bridges between them. I feel very lucky to have found like-minded peers in Leonid and ESI to create this first-of-its-kind summit, a turning point in bringing esports and the law together.”

Do not miss the opportunity to be part of the unmissable B2B esports, games and creator economy event and industry festival at ESI Lisbon. Secure your spot now with early bird tickets (Secure 33% off until August 23rd!)

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Tundra Esports Announces New Official Partnership With Ethlas

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August 28, 2024

Adrienn Sarkany

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Tundra Esports, The International 11 Champions and a leading name in Dota 2, announces its partnership with Ethlas, a trailblazer in the Web3 gaming industry.

Starting September 1st, both will collaborate during the Dota 2 International to kick-off the exciting partnership, showing the exciting capabilities of Gambit, a new gamer trading platform developed by Ethlas.

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“We are thrilled to partner with Tundra Esports, one of the most formidable teams in the esports arena, especially as they compete in The International this year. This collaboration aligns perfectly with Gambit Finance’s mission to revolutionise how fans and traders engage with their favourite gamers, allowing them to support and participate in the growth of esports talent. Together with Tundra, we’re pushing the boundaries of innovation in both gaming and finance”, stated Elston Sam, co-founder of Gambit Finance.

The collaboration between Tundra Esports and Ethlas is founded on shared values and a mutual dedication to excellence in esports, uniting Dota 2 enthusiasts worldwide to tap into their deepest strategic insights and expertise in the game.

Maxim Demin, Owner & Co-Managing Director of Tundra Esports: “We are excited to embark on this journey with Ethlas. At Tundra we are constantly looking for new ways to engage with our audience in an authentic and meaningful way, and we hope that this partnership will unlock new opportunities for every Tundra fan around the globe. Please welcome Ethlas as our new Official Partner!”

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G2 Esports and Warner Bros. reveal Batman Streetwear Capsule Collection

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August 28, 2024

Adrienn Sarkany

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G2 Esports, one of the world’s leading entertainment and esports brands, is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of the G2 Esports x Batman Capsule Collection, a stylish new limited edition streetwear line as part of its ongoing partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP).

In the year of Batman’s 85th Anniversary, this Capsule Collection is a celebration of one of the most iconic DC Super Heroes in comic book history, as well as G2’s ongoing collaboration with WBDGCP bringing together the worlds of esports, comics and entertainment.

Fans will be able to get their hands on this collection for the very first time in person at the League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC) Summer Finals on August 31st, before it launches online on September 2nd.

An exclusive and limited drop, the G2 Esports x Batman Capsule Collection is a four-piece, unisex line of apparel blending a stylish mixture of esports and streetwear, perfect for fans watching G2 Esports compete, as well as everyday wear. Featuring a drop shoulder hoodie, oversized tee, sherpa fleece jacket and windbreaker, each item has a unique and subtle design with nods to both G2 Esports and the renowned DC Super Hero.

Last year, G2 Esports and WBDGCP kicked off their partnership with the launch of two pro-wear collections – the G2 Esports x The Joker and G2 Esports x Superman Prestige jerseys, one of the organisation’s most popular collections to date.

Sabrina Ratih, COO of G2 Esports said: “G2 fans and our teams already had the pleasure of wearing iconic jerseys based on DC’s Superman and The Joker in 2023, and now our new G2 x Batman Capsule Collection has emerged from the shadows, offering casual and stylish options with subtle designs that emulate the Dark Knight himself. This is a dream partnership for G2, and we’re honoured to be a part of the 85th-anniversary celebrations for such a legendary character. This is an incredible opportunity to continue bringing together the worlds of esports, comics and entertainment with a collection our fans will feel proud to wear.”

The G2 x Batman Capsule Collection will be available for purchase at the LEC Finals in Munich on August 31st, before launching online on the G2 Esports website on September 2nd.

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G2 Esports and Warner Bros. reveal Batman Streetwear Capsule Collection

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August 27, 2024

Adrienn Sarkany

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Sabrina Ratih, COO of G2 Esports said: “G2 fans and our teams already had the pleasure of wearing iconic jerseys based on DC’s Superman and The Joker in 2023, and now our new G2 x Batman Capsule Collection has emerged from the shadows, offering casual and stylish options with subtle designs that emulate the Dark Knight himself. This is a dream partnership for G2, and we’re honoured to be a part of the 85th-anniversary celebrations for such a legendary character. This is an incredible opportunity to continue bringing together the worlds of esports, comics and entertainment with a collection our fans will feel proud to wear.”

The G2 x Batman Capsule Collection will be available for purchase at the LEC Finals in Munich on August 31st, before launching online on the G2 Esports website on September 2nd.