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FC Online named an official event at Korea’s National Youth Sports Festival

Esports has been included as an official medal event at Korea’s 55th National Youth Sports Festival. According to a release from the Korea e-Sports Association (KeSPA), the competition will take place from May 23rd to 24th at the Busan Esports Stadium. FC Online has been selected as the sole title. The decision marks esports’ first … Continued The post FC Online named an official event at Korea’s National Youth Sports Festival appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 21.02.2026 00:48 Uhr

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KESPA highlights the economic power of esports events in South Korea

The Korea e-Sports Association (KeSPA) has published a study on the ‘Expansion of Economic Effects and Tax Benefits of E-Sports Competitions’ in South Korea. Conducted last year and published today, the study aimed to highlight the economic impact of key esports events held in the country over the past years. Moreover, it highlights the goal … Continued The post KESPA highlights the economic power of esports events in South Korea appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 20.02.2026 18:23 Uhr

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Immutable Gamers Race for Bigger $60K Weekly Rewards After Dynamic Tier Upgrade

Cryptocurrency company Immutable has announced a major upgrade to its $60,000 Weekly Rewards programme, introducing a new dynamic tier system designed to reward consistent player activity. The update was revealed on the company’s official X account, where Immutable described it as a new era for engagement across its gaming ecosystem. Players must now focus on … Continued The post Immutable Gamers Race for Bigger $60K Weekly Rewards After Dynamic Tier Upgrade appeared first on Esports Insid

Esports Insider 20.02.2026 18:15 Uhr

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VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 preview: format, schedule, teams, and more

With the conclusion of VCT Kickoff, top teams across all four regions are now gearing up for the first international VCT event of 2026, VALORANT Masters Santiago. The event will feature a total of 12 teams competing for the trophy over the course of two weeks. In addition to this, crucial VCT Championship Points will … Continued The post VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 preview: format, schedule, teams, and more appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 20.02.2026 16:54 Uhr

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VALORANT joins 2026 Esports Nations Cup line-up

The Esports World Cup Foundation has announced that VALORANT will join the inaugural line-up for the 2026 Esports Nations Cup. Taking place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on November 8th-15th, the VALORANT Esports Nations Cup event will feature a total of 32 national teams. The competition’s prize pool has yet to be disclosed; however, its qualification … Continued The post VALORANT joins 2026 Esports Nations Cup line-up appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 20.02.2026 16:00 Uhr

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VALORANT player Xiesta signs a four-year contract with Gen.G

Gen.G Global Academy graduate Jung ‘Xiesta‘ Si-hwan has signed a four-year contract with Gen.G Esports’ VALORANT division. This is the longest contract the South Korean organisation has ever finalised with a professional player in its history.  Born in 2010, Xiesta was part of Gen.G Global Academy’s development programme, where he built his skills through ‘structured … Continued The post VALORANT player Xiesta signs a four-year contract with Gen.G appeared first on E

Esports Insider 20.02.2026 12:38 Uhr

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2XKO to reward for players participating in community events

Riot Games has announced it will offer in-game rewards to competitors who play in 2XKO community events. Announced through a social media post, players who register and take part in the Tampa Never Sleeps (TNS) and the FGC Meetups will be eligible for the rewards. The TNS is an online event that takes place every … Continued The post 2XKO to reward for players participating in community events appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 20.02.2026 11:42 Uhr

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LYON release Zamudo following visa issues

Mexican esports organisation LYON has officially released Canadian player Frankie ‘Zamudo‘ Lin following persistent visa issues. Zamudo was supposed to be the starting top laner for LYON for its 2026 LCS season, but the player has been unable to play with the rest of the team due to complications with his visa application. As a … Continued The post LYON release Zamudo following visa issues appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 20.02.2026 11:05 Uhr

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Flaw Gaming and Gunzilla Games Launch Pioneer Cup for Off The Grid

Gunzilla Games has announced the Pioneer Cup in partnership with competitive gaming guild Flaw Gaming, introducing a high-stakes solo tournament for Off the Grid. The event, scheduled for February 28th and March 1st, 2026, will crown one top player, who will receive the Tacoma Pioneer, a rare legacy weapon inside the game’s ecosystem. The organisers … Continued The post Flaw Gaming and Gunzilla Games Launch Pioneer Cup for Off The Grid appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 20.02.2026 10:44 Uhr

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Novig secures $75m Series B funding to expand sports prediction market

Novig, a sports trading platform that operates a peer-to-peer exchange, has raised $75m (~£55m) in a Series B funding round led by Pantera Capital. The round, which reportedly values the company at $500m (~£371m), also included participation from Multicoin Capital, Makers Fund, Edge Equity, and existing investors Forerunner, Perceptive Ventures, and NFX. This latest investment … Continued The post Novig secures $75m Series B funding to expand sports prediction market appeared first on Espo

Esports Insider 20.02.2026 10:36 Uhr

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“Who does Raise think he is? Faker?”: LOUD midlaner Mago steps down following internal conflicts

Brazilian esports organisation LOUD has announced that its League of Legends midlaner, Jean Carlo ‘Mago’ Dias, will no longer compete for the team following what it described as ‘internal conflicts’ with the coaching staff. According to the organisation’s statement, translated into English, Mago had informed management on Wednesday that he was ‘no longer interested in … Continued The post “Who does Raise think he is? Faker?”: LOUD midlaner Mago steps down foll

Esports Insider 20.02.2026 02:04 Uhr

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Saudi Arabia now has total ownership over Evo

Saudi Arabia has taken full ownership of the Evolution Championship Series (Evo), the world’s largest and most prestigious fighting game tournament. With Sony and NODWIN Gaming fully out of the picture, the FGC wonders what this latest change will mean for Evo. Will Super Smash Bros. finally return to the event? In August 2025, NODWIN … Continued The post Saudi Arabia now has total ownership over Evo appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 21:45 Uhr

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ROG named official PC sponsor for LCK Cup Final 2026

Republic of Gamers (ROG) has been announced as the official PC sponsor for the LCK Cup Final 2026, set to take place from February 28th to March 1st at Kai Tak Arena in Hong Kong. According to a release, the partnership will see ROG provide hardware support for the LCK Cup final, one of the … Continued The post ROG named official PC sponsor for LCK Cup Final 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 21:16 Uhr

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Japan continues to dominate in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate after GENESIS X3

GENESIS X3 wrapped up earlier this month, giving the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate community a better idea of which competitors are currently playing at their peak. And many of the top players are currently from Japan. The UltRank is determined by player placement throughout the year, meaning consistency is key to being considered a top … Continued The post Japan continues to dominate in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate after GENESIS X3 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 20:00 Uhr

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Virtus.pro partners with Gamers Outreach for fundraising campaign

Esports brand Virtus.pro has announced that it has partnered with the non-profit organisation Gamers Outreach. The collaboration has resulted in the launch of a fundraising campaign aimed to help Gamers Outreach supply gaming equipment and experiences to children in hospitals. Gamers Outreach is a charity that provides video game tech and programmes to children’s hospitals … Continued The post Virtus.pro partners with Gamers Outreach for fundraising campaign appeared first on Esports

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 18:52 Uhr

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Michelin becomes an official partner of the RLCS

The Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) has announced a partnership with French tyre manufacturer Michelin. As a result of the deal, the manufacturer’s branding will appear within the car football title and across esports broadcasts taking place throughout the 2026 season. The collaboration between the two parties was announced before the RLCS Boston Major kicked … Continued The post Michelin becomes an official partner of the RLCS appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 18:50 Uhr

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BC.Game Masters reveals full team list

BC.Game Masters has revealed the list of teams competing in its inaugural edition, operated by esports tournament organiser Vanta. A total of 24 teams from across the world will head to Bucharest, Romania, for a chance to compete for a $50,000 (~£37,170) prize pool and Valve Regional Standings (VRS) points. Several European teams are attending … Continued The post BC.Game Masters reveals full team list appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 18:30 Uhr

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League of Legends Patch 26.4 sets the stage for First Stand

League of Legends Patch 26.4 will not be played on the First Stand stage, but it still matters for the game’s esports ecosystem. As the final update before the First Stand patch, Patch 26.4 shows where Riot Games wants the meta to land before its first international event. It trims back the strongest picks and … Continued The post League of Legends Patch 26.4 sets the stage for First Stand appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 18:05 Uhr

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France authorises three-year trial decree for games with monetisable digital objects

France has officially approved a three-year experimental framework allowing games with monetisable digital objects, known locally as JONUM (Jeux à Objets Numériques Monétisable), to operate under strict supervision. The decree, signed on February 4th, 2026, and published in the official journal, is now fully active and is being enforced. Regulation of the sector has been … Continued The post France authorises three-year trial decree for games with monetisable digital objects appeared first

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 17:47 Uhr

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Australian Esports League joins forces with Australian Grand Prix for esports tournament

The Australian Esports League has announced a partnership with the Australian Grand Prix Corporation to launch a student esports tournament. Known as the Victorian Virtual Grand Prix, students from Victorian schools will compete for a chance to win a trip to the Australian Grand Prix, the opening race of this year’s Formula One season. Entrance … Continued The post Australian Esports League joins forces with Australian Grand Prix for esports tournament appeared first on Esports Insid

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 17:41 Uhr

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MOUZ vs The MongolZ headline opening BLAST Open Rotterdam matches

Esports tournament organiser BLAST has revealed the opening matches taking place across the first two days of BLAST Open Rotterdam. The first eight matches are headlined by MOUZ facing off against The MongolZ on March 19th. Announced on February 19th, the first eight series feature some of the world’s best Counter-Strike teams competing with the … Continued The post MOUZ vs The MongolZ headline opening BLAST Open Rotterdam matches appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 16:50 Uhr

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RLCS Boston Major 2026 preview: teams, format, schedule and more

The Rocket League Champion Series (RLCS) is heating up as some of the world’s biggest organisations head to Boston, US, for its first major of the 2026 season. For many teams, it is the first golden opportunity to secure an early lead in the RLCS 2026 leaderboards, improving their chances of reaching the coveted RLCS … Continued The post RLCS Boston Major 2026 preview: teams, format, schedule and more appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 16:39 Uhr

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Fnatic issues statement following recent online player abuse

Fnatic has issued a statement reiterating its zero-tolerance stance on abuse directed at its players competing in tournaments worldwide. The statement comes after the UK-based esports organisation became aware of an increase in targeted abuse, ranging from personal attacks to death threats. In the statement, published on February 19th, Fnatic stated that “the wellbeing and … Continued The post Fnatic issues statement following recent online player abuse appeared first on Esports Insi

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 16:11 Uhr

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League of Legends Americas Cup 2026 format and schedule revealed

Riot Games has announced the schedule and format for its newly introduced League of Legends Americas Cup. Taking place from March 4th to 8th in São Paulo, the event will feature two teams from both the LCS and CBLOL competitions that failed to qualify for First Stand. The 2026 Americas Cup will be held a … Continued The post League of Legends Americas Cup 2026 format and schedule revealed appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 16:08 Uhr

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