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ESL FACEIT Group expands ZOWIE partnership

Esports tournament organiser ESL FACEIT Group has renewed its partnership with gaming peripherals brand ZOWIE. The renewal will see ZOWIE become the exclusive official monitor supplier for the organiser’s keu Counter-Strike 2 tournaments taking place in 2026 and 2027. As part of the renewal, ZOWIE will supply its XL2586X+ monitors for all Intel Extreme Masters … Continued The post ESL FACEIT Group expands ZOWIE partnership appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 26.02.2026 16:33 Uhr

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Tranmere Rovers launches six-week esports initiative

The community branch of English football club Tranmere Rovers has launched an esports and digital skills initiative designed to open career pathways for 18 to 21-year-olds. The six-week course will utilise esports to develop a range of skills, including broadcast production and content creation. Unveiled on February 25th, the initiative is described as ‘a dynamic … Continued The post Tranmere Rovers launches six-week esports initiative appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 26.02.2026 15:43 Uhr

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BetBoom Circuit X Mayhem raises prize pool to $50,000

Tournament organiser Circuit X has announced that it is boosting the prize pool for BetBoom Circuit X Mayhem. Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) teams will now compete for the lion’s share of a $50,000 (~£36,890) prize pool from April 1st to 5th in São Paulo, Brazil. In the official announcement, Circuit X revealed that the decision was … Continued The post BetBoom Circuit X Mayhem raises prize pool to $50,000 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 26.02.2026 15:16 Uhr

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3DMAX loses almost $1m in a fraud scam

French esports organisation 3DMAX has fallen victim to a fraud scam, causing it to suffer financial losses totalling almost seven figures. Stéphane Pons, 3DMAX CEO, revealed in an interview with Lasource.gg that a former partner committed the fraud shortly before he took the role, resulting in significant structural and financial damage. However, Pons didn’t disclose … Continued The post 3DMAX loses almost $1m in a fraud scam appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 26.02.2026 14:02 Uhr

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FNCS Major 1 Summit heads to Germany

Epic Games and BLAST have announced that the Fortnite Champion Series (FNCS) is heading to Germany for the first time in the circuit’s history. FNCS Major 1 Summit is scheduled to take place from May 30th to 31st, 2026, at the PSD Bank Dome in Düsseldorf. Top duos from the FNCS ecosystem will compete for … Continued The post FNCS Major 1 Summit heads to Germany appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 26.02.2026 13:37 Uhr

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WYLDE becomes esports and gaming partner of League of Ireland

WYLDE has announced a partnership with the League of Ireland to become its esports and gaming partner. Co-owned by former Jamaican sprinter and Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt, the Irish esports organisation will be supporting ELOI (eLeague of Ireland), the official national EA FC esports competition. While the financial terms of the deal were not … Continued The post WYLDE becomes esports and gaming partner of League of Ireland appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 26.02.2026 13:05 Uhr

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VCT Pacific Head responds to ongoing competitive integrity allegations

Jake Sin, Head of VALORANT Esports Pacific, has addressed recent allegations surrounding the competitive integrity of VCT Pacific, which have been raised by players and coaches. He confirmed that Riot Games has been investigating the matter since the concerns were first brought to light.  “We take these claims very seriously, as they pertain to the … Continued The post VCT Pacific Head responds to ongoing competitive integrity allegations appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 26.02.2026 12:51 Uhr

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New York Attorney General sues Valve for gambling law violations

New York Attorney General Letitia James is suing game publisher and developer Valve for “illegally promoting gambling through video games,” naming Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, and Team Fortress 2 in the lawsuit. Filed on February 25th, 2026, the lawsuit follows an investigation conducted by the Office of the Attorney General. It alleges that several Valve … Continued The post New York Attorney General sues Valve for gambling law violations appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 26.02.2026 12:35 Uhr

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Newcomers vs veterans: VALORANT Masters Santiago Swiss Stage predictions

The first global VCT event of the year, VALORANT Masters Santiago, is right around the corner, promising three weeks of high-tier gameplay and unpredictable outcomes. Kicking off on February 28th, Masters Santiago’s Swiss Stage will see two teams from every VCT region (EMEA, Americas, Pacific and China) compete for one of the four coveted spots … Continued The post Newcomers vs veterans: VALORANT Masters Santiago Swiss Stage predictions appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 26.02.2026 12:30 Uhr

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F1 Esports champion becomes real-world instructor at Silverstone

A two-time Formula One Sim Racing World Champion has secured a role at one of British motorsport’s most established venues. F1 Esports competitor Brendon Leigh will work as a driver instructor at Silverstone as part of its Drive Silverstone programme. Leigh, who won the Formula One Sim Racing World Championship in 2017 and 2018, will … Continued The post F1 Esports champion becomes real-world instructor at Silverstone appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 26.02.2026 12:05 Uhr

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Smilegate announces CROSSFIRE data partnership with GRID

Esports data and technology platform GRID has unveiled its latest partnership with CROSSFIRE game developer Smilegate. The partnership will see GRID provide an official match data infrastructure within CROSSFIRE’s esports ecosystem, capturing and distributing live official match data. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. As a result, the CROSSFIRE competitive scene will gain … Continued The post Smilegate announces CROSSFIRE data partnership with GRID appeared first on Esp

Esports Insider 26.02.2026 12:00 Uhr

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RRQ unveils new Apex Legends roster for ALGS Year 6

Indonesian esports organisation Rex Regum Qeon (RRQ) has unveiled its new roster for Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) Year 6. The entirely new roster will make its debut at ALGS APAC South Pro League Split 1, which is scheduled to take place in April 2026. RRQ’s new roster includes Gen Ghi ‘StrafingFlame‘ Subroto as its … Continued The post RRQ unveils new Apex Legends roster for ALGS Year 6 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 26.02.2026 11:42 Uhr

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When is the next VALORANT Act and Battle Pass?

VALORANT Season 26 Act 1 is edging closer to a conclusion, and players are eagerly awaiting the launch of Season 26 Act 2. Upcoming Act updates bring a variety of fresh content and changes to Riot Games’ FPS title, including a brand new Battle Pass and a skin line that will be available in the … Continued The post When is the next VALORANT Act and Battle Pass? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 26.02.2026 10:29 Uhr

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Chess.com Global Championship renamed to Chess.com Open

Chess.com has announced that the Global Championship will be renamed the Chess.com Open to better reflect its status as the largest open chess tournament of 2026. The event begins on March 14th, offering $250,000 (~£184,275) prize pool and three direct spots to the chess tournament in the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026. “We believe that … Continued The post Chess.com Global Championship renamed to Chess.com Open appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 25.02.2026 19:28 Uhr

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ESL Pro League Season 23 preview: teams, format, schedule and more

The Tier 1 Counter-Strike 2 circuit continues to heat up as some of the world’s best teams prepare to compete in the 23rd season of ESL Pro League.  For several teams in attendance, competing in the long-standing tournament provides an opportunity to earn valuable Valve Regional Standings (VRS) points that determine which 32 teams earn a place … Continued The post ESL Pro League Season 23 preview: teams, format, schedule and more appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 25.02.2026 18:52 Uhr

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“The price is ridiculous”: CS2 fans slam PGL Singapore Major ticket prices

Counter-Strike 2 fans looking to attend the PGL Major Singapore 2026 in December have expressed their frustration with the ticket prices for the four days of playoff action. Tickets for Counter-Strike’s second Major of 2026 went on sale on February 25th, 2026, and quickly sparked backlash among members of the community hoping to see the … Continued The post “The price is ridiculous”: CS2 fans slam PGL Singapore Major ticket prices appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 25.02.2026 18:49 Uhr

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Team Liquid and Aurora Gaming announce MPL PH Season 17 line-ups

The Philippine divisions for esports organisations Team Liquid and Aurora Gaming have revealed their Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) line-ups for 2026. Both teams will compete offline in Mobile Legends Professional League (MPL) Season 17 alongside five other organisations in March. Team Liquid PH Team Liquid Philippines (PH) has already undergone roster changes in 2026, with … Continued The post Team Liquid and Aurora Gaming announce MPL PH Season 17 line-ups appeared first on Esports Ins

Esports Insider 25.02.2026 18:29 Uhr

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Unstoppable Domains and SuperVerse launch on-chain domain .super

Unstoppable Domains has partnered with SuperVerse to launch .super, a new on-chain domain built specifically for the SuperVerse gaming network. In a joint release, the companies stated that the extension will serve as the official naming layer across games, creators, marketplaces, and community initiatives within the ecosystem.  .super Domains to Replace Clunky Wallet Addresses According … Continued The post Unstoppable Domains and SuperVerse launch on-chain domain .super appeared fir

Esports Insider 25.02.2026 16:31 Uhr

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Resident Evil Requiem review: An almost perfect new cornerstone for the franchise

Resident Evil Requiem is the long-awaited 9th entry for Capcom’s 30-year-old survival and action horror franchise. Ahead of its launch, Esports Insider Italy got the chance to try it in its entirety to share some thoughts on the new game. As such, here is a completely spoiler-free review for veterans of the franchise and newcomers … Continued The post Resident Evil Requiem review: An almost perfect new cornerstone for the franchise appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 25.02.2026 16:00 Uhr

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Esports to make its medal debut at Gay Games Valencia 2026

Esports will make its medal debut at the upcoming Gay Games Valencia 2026, joining an extensive slate of sporting competitions taking place in the Spanish city. Taking place from June 27th to July 4th, the event will feature Overwatch and EA Sports FC 26 for both individual and team-based tournaments. Revealed on February 25th, the … Continued The post Esports to make its medal debut at Gay Games Valencia 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 25.02.2026 15:59 Uhr

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Geekay Esports returns to R6 Europe MENA League as a partner team

Saudi esports organisation Geekay Esports has announced its return to the Rainbow Six Siege (R6) Europe MENA League as an affiliate team for the 2026 season. The promotion to the main regional stage follows a successful 2025 run in the Tier-2 European League. The Europe MENA League is one of five regional leagues in the … Continued The post Geekay Esports returns to R6 Europe MENA League as a partner team appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 25.02.2026 14:16 Uhr

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ZETA DIVISION returns to Apex Legends with YukaF signing

Japanese esports organisation ZETA DIVISION has announced that it is re-establishing its Apex Legends roster for the 2026 season. The organisation’s new line-up includes Yuga ‘YukaF‘ Horie, who has transferred from Fnatic, alongside professional players ‘Mike‘ and Satoki ‘satuki‘ Sugatoni. According to an official press release, ZETA DIVISION is set to compete in the APAC … Continued The post ZETA DIVISION returns to Apex Legends with YukaF signing

Esports Insider 25.02.2026 13:53 Uhr

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Dplus KIA extends Lucid’s contract days after LCK Playoffs victory against T1

Choi ‘Lucid‘ Yong-hyeok has re-signed with Dplus KIA, extending his contract with the LCK organisation. The jungler, part of the main roster since 2023, will remain with the team through next year as he prepares for the upcoming season. The announcement came just three days after Dplus KIA completed a reverse sweep over T1 in … Continued The post Dplus KIA extends Lucid’s contract days after LCK Playoffs victory against T1 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 25.02.2026 13:24 Uhr

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PUBG Mobile becomes latest Esports Nations Cup title

The Esports World Cup Foundation has revealed PUBG Mobile as the latest title joining the inaugural line-up for the Esports Nations Cup. The multi-national event taking place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, sees 32 national teams dropping into the action for a chance to be crowned champion. Revealed on February 25th, the mobile battle royale title … Continued The post PUBG Mobile becomes latest Esports Nations Cup title appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 25.02.2026 12:00 Uhr

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