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FaZe Esports parent company acquires creator tech platform TubeBuddy

FaZe Esports’ parent company, GameSquare, has announced its acquisition of TubeBuddy, an AI-enabled optimisation platform for YouTube creators. Accounting for this new asset, the media conglomerate expects to generate $85 (~£63m) to $90m (~£67m) in revenue for the 2026 fiscal year, a gross margin of 35-40%, as well as an adjusted EBITDA of more than … Continued The post FaZe Esports parent company acquires creator tech platform TubeBuddy appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 15:20 Uhr

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Every CS2 team that has won a Tier 1 event in 2026

The 2026 Tier 1 Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) tournament circuit is in full swing, with the world’s best esports teams and players showcasing their skills on the biggest stages.  Several high-profile organisers host Tier 1 CS2 tournaments, which can take place across sold-out arenas worldwide. In addition to huge venues hosting the biggest events, Tier 1 … Continued The post Every CS2 team that has won a Tier 1 event in 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 15:09 Uhr

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Rainbow Six Mobile is officially live worldwide

Ubisoft has officially launched Rainbow Six Mobile worldwide, bringing the tactical shooter to Android and iOS devices. The global release marks the end of its soft-launch phase after nearly four years of closed beta tests and seasonal updates. Rainbow Six Mobile arrives one week after Operation Sand Wraith went live, with the season carrying over … Continued The post Rainbow Six Mobile is officially live worldwide appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 14:56 Uhr

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Free Fire India reveals The Booyah Awards 2026 featuring 18 categories

Free Fire India has unveiled The Booyah Awards 2026, with 18 categories set to be part of this year’s edition. The award programme by Garena is exclusive to India and is aimed to recognise the best Free Fire esports performances and content creators in the country. The 18 categories, up from 13 at The Booyah … Continued The post Free Fire India reveals The Booyah Awards 2026 featuring 18 categories appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 14:36 Uhr

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donk holds highest K/D ratio in FACEIT Season 7

Team Spirit player Danil ‘donk‘ Kryshkovets has the world’s highest K/D ratio on Counter-Strike matchmaking platform FACEIT. Currently ranked 12th on the platform’s global leaderboards, the Russian star tops the FACEIT Season 7 leaderboard with a 1.65 K/D ratio. As revealed on February 23rd, donk is ahead of several professional players who regularly compete on … Continued The post donk holds highest K/D ratio in FACEIT Season 7 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 13:43 Uhr

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The Sandbox Season 7 drops 650,000 $SAND in rewards

Metaverse platform The Sandbox has confirmed that Season 7 will launch on February 25th, introducing 650,000 SAND in player rewards alongside a major accessibility update.  The platform stated that, for the first time, users will be able to jump into selected experiences directly from their browser with no download required. Browser Access and Creator Content … Continued The post The Sandbox Season 7 drops 650,000 $SAND in rewards appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 13:23 Uhr

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Riot Games unveils 2026 LEC Awards

Riot Games has revealed all the awards for the 2026 League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC) season. The first award will be given to the Finals MVP of the LEC Versus Finals this weekend, with regular season awards, All-Pro Awards, and Finals MVP for both Spring and Summer Splits. Additionally, the LEC Rookie of the … Continued The post Riot Games unveils 2026 LEC Awards appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 13:15 Uhr

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MPL Malaysia announces partnered teams for MLBB esports league

MOONTON has unveiled the eight teams that will be part of the Mobile Legends Professional League (MPL) Malaysia as it shifts to a partnership model in 2026. The longest-running esports league in Malaysia is set to join MPL Philippines and Indonesia with a fixed set of teams set to compete in the league. However, unlike … Continued The post MPL Malaysia announces partnered teams for MLBB esports league appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 12:52 Uhr

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Alienware Collegiate Clash returns for 2026 featuring Marvel Rivals

Gaming tech brand Alienware has announced that its Collegiate Clash tournament is returning for 2026, with a focus on Marvel Rivals this year. 24 North American schools will field Alienware partnered teams, playing in two Marvel Rivals qualifiers to reach the finals in Austin, Texas, US. According to the announcement trailer posted by Alienware, the … Continued The post Alienware Collegiate Clash returns for 2026 featuring Marvel Rivals appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 12:16 Uhr

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Riot Games teases VALORANT Agent 30 via Masters Santiago trailer

Riot Games has teased VALORANT Agent 30 through its Masters Santiago cinematic trailer. At the end of the trailer, Clove and Killjoy are seen tracking an unknown agent, with the displayed coordinates pointing to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia. This strongly hints that the upcoming agent could be of Croatian origin. Apart from this, when … Continued The post Riot Games teases VALORANT Agent 30 via Masters Santiago trailer appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 11:56 Uhr

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UK Government opens consultation on banning unlicensed gambling sponsors

The UK government has said it will seek input on a possible ban that would prevent gambling companies without a UK license from sponsoring sports teams, including Premier League clubs. The Department for Culture, Media, and Sport said that the move is meant to “mitigate the risks associated with the illegal market and help eliminate … Continued The post UK Government opens consultation on banning unlicensed gambling sponsors appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 10:33 Uhr

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Evo announces new tournament destinations coming in 2027, including Saudi Arabia

The FGC has expressed concern about Evo‘s prestige after five new championships were announced on February 23rd, 2026. Evo is currently considered the biggest fighting game event of the year, with a Vegas victory considered the most prestigious title for most titles. However, Evo is continuing to expand, and the additional championships may dilute the … Continued The post Evo announces new tournament destinations coming in 2027, including Saudi Arabia appeared first on Esports Inside

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 23:41 Uhr

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Team Vitality reaffirms commitment to sim racing

French esports organisation Team Vitality has reaffirmed its commitment to sim racing following its departure from the RENNSPORT R1 competition. As a result, the organisation will turn its focus to the upcoming ERL VCO championship in addition to developing a dedicated sim racing division. Team Vitality revealed that its team of drivers, that previously competed … Continued The post Team Vitality reaffirms commitment to sim racing appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 19:08 Uhr

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NSE names Vita Student as headline partner

National Student Esports (NSE), the official body of UK university esports, has announced Vita Student as its headline partner for 2026. In addition to supporting the British University Esports Championship, the student accommodation provider will help enhance NSE’s offering throughout the year, including more content and competitive opportunities. Since 2018, NSE has been a key … Continued The post NSE names Vita Student as headline partner appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 18:34 Uhr

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“It’s a step too far”: Rocket League community reacts to teased boost timer update

Epic Games has revealed in an animation trailer that Rocket League Season 22 will arrive on March 11th, 2026, teasing that boost timers may be added in the upcoming update. The teaser trailer showcases a potential new UI element that indicates when a boost will respawn on the field, drawing mixed reactions from fans and … Continued The post “It’s a step too far”: Rocket League community reacts to teased boost timer update appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 18:29 Uhr

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RLCS Boston Major becomes the most-watched Rocket League event

The 2026 RLCS Boston Major has become the most-watched Rocket League esports event in history, surpassing the previous record set by the 2022-23 World Championship. According to esports data platform Esports Charts, the tournament hit a peak viewership of over 600,000 and an average of 270k viewers.  This is also the first time a Rocket … Continued The post RLCS Boston Major becomes the most-watched Rocket League event appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 18:12 Uhr

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IEM Cologne Major to include best-of-three series in Stage 3

Esports tournament organiser ESL has announced a significant update to its IEM Cologne Major 2026 format. For the first Counter-Strike Major of 2026, the third stage of the tournament will use best-of-three series for the first time in the history of Valve’s first-person shooter title. ESL revealed that the change aims to add a greater … Continued The post IEM Cologne Major to include best-of-three series in Stage 3 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 16:56 Uhr

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“I’m a big hater”: Khabib Nurmagomedov shares views on gaming and esports

Former UFC fighter Khabib Nurmagomedov has expressed concerns surrounding the potential impact of esports and gaming on young people. The former Lightweight Champion recently shared his thoughts about the industry with former F1 Esports driver Cem Bölükbaşı. During the conversation, Nurmagomedov spoke on the downsides of young people deciding to commit a large part of … Continued The post “I’m a big hater”: Khabib Nurmagomedov shares views on gaming and esports appeared f

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 15:28 Uhr

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Gigaverse launches GIGABIT to power rewards with fixed model

Gigaverse has launched GIGABIT, a new in-game currency created to unify trading and reward players across its ecosystem. The update, which was shared on the project’s official X account, marks the beginning of what the company describes as Gigaverse 1.0. According to the announcement, GIGABIT operates on a fixed exchange model designed to limit the … Continued The post Gigaverse launches GIGABIT to power rewards with fixed model appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 15:21 Uhr

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Apex Legends pro Effect leaves Alliance to join Aurora Gaming

Professional esports player Miron ‘Effect‘ Novikov has joined Aurora Gaming’s Apex Legends roster after a transfer agreement was reached with his former organisation, Alliance. Effect will represent Aurora Gaming in upcoming Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) Year 6 events, joining former world champion Filipe ‘Hiarka‘ Morgado and returning player Svyatoslav ‘ojrein‘ Korochinsky. It has become … Continued The post Apex Legends pro Effect leaves Alli

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 14:40 Uhr

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Cluj-Napoca Mayor announces three-year PGL event partnership

Emil Boc, the Major of Cluj-Napoca, has announced that the Romanian city will host PGL esports events for the next three years. The partnership with the esports tournament organiser extends the initial collaboration between the two parties, which began in 2025. Announced through an Instagram post on February 22nd, the Mayor revealed that Cluj-Napoca will … Continued The post Cluj-Napoca Mayor announces three-year PGL event partnership appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 13:41 Uhr

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NRG brawk manged latest ASUS ROG ambassador

Republic of Gamers (ROG), the gaming sub-brand of ASUS, has named VALORANT professional player Brock ‘brawk‘ Somerhalder as its latest ambassador. Announced through a post on social media, the 2025 VALORANT Champions MVP will utilise ROG Ace, the brand’s esports-focused gear collection. Specifics around his ambassadorship, such as duration and deliverables, were not disclosed. For … Continued The post NRG brawk manged latest ASUS ROG ambassador appeared first on Esports I

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 13:27 Uhr

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VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 drops: all rewards and how to get them

With VCT heading to Santiago for the first VALORANT Masters tournament of 2026, fans will not only be able to enjoy peak action but also earn drops. Fans can grab exclusive rewards by tuning into the broadcast to complete certain tasks and the items will automatically be added to the platform’s inventory. The drops for … Continued The post VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 drops: all rewards and how to get them appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 13:11 Uhr

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Sentinels removes Kaplan amid roster conflicts, Ewok steps in as head coach

Sentinels has announced the departure of its head coach Adam ‘kaplan’ Kaplan following the organisation’s winless run at 2026 VCT Kickoff Americas. The move was made due to conflicts over his roster decisions for this season. As a result, he will be replaced with Martin ‘Ewok’ van der Walt ahead of Stage 1.  Moreover, Amine … Continued The post Sentinels removes Kaplan amid roster conflicts, Ewok steps in as head coach appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 12:37 Uhr

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