Tech Crunch reports that “Unikrn, a startup focused on esports betting, has raised a fresh $7 million, bringing its total capital acquired to $10 million. Binary Capital led the infusion. … Continue reading eSports Betting Site Raises $7MM
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YouTube Gaming Announced
It was just a matter of time. Once Google didn’t win the Twitch auction, it had to respond. Today Google did. “This summer, we’ll launch YouTube Gaming, a brand new … Continue reading YouTube Gaming Announced
Gaming Content: Big Reach, Deep Engagement
ICYMI, Gautam Ramdurai, insights lead, pop culture and gaming at Google wrote a terrific post on gaming content. Bottom line: “Gaming content is a rare breed—one that delivers engagement and reach.” … Continue reading Gaming Content: Big Reach, Deep Engagement
Marketers Pay Attention as Women Gain Interest in Gaming
Adweek reports multiple statistics showing that “adult women are now the largest video-game playing demographic, taking over from teen boys, per the Entertainment Software Association.” Indeed, a recent post from … Continue reading Marketers Pay Attention as Women Gain Interest in Gaming
Hacked! PlayStation Network and Xbox Live
Lizard Squad claims to have hacked the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live online gaming services. Xbox Live says its services are back up; PSN is still down. Reuters reports: “Microsoft Corp’s … Continue reading Hacked! PlayStation Network and Xbox Live
Overview: eSports
CBS News discovers eSports, reporting on just how big the business has become: “The company that makes League of Legends says that 27 million people watched this year’s championship. To … Continue reading Overview: eSports
Twitch Acquires GoodGame Agency
Twitch announced that it has agreed to acquire GoodGame, the esports agency. This may represent a next stage in eSports business, connecting players with brands and distribution. According to the press release: … Continue reading Twitch Acquires GoodGame Agency
eSports Business Grows on College Campuses
What if the next “big man on campus” isn’t such a big person after all? The New York Times reports that “Loc Tran is a big man on campus at San … Continue reading eSports Business Grows on College Campuses
Revenue, Viewing Numbers Drive eSports Business Growth
Add the Washington Post to the list of mainstream publications that have noticed the power of eSports business. The Post notes the multi-billion dollar purchases that have driven many of … Continue reading Revenue, Viewing Numbers Drive eSports Business Growth
Dragon Age: Inquisition — Reviews are In
Dragon Age: Inquisition is out, and the reviews are in. The New York Times calls it “the most ambitious story-based game of 2014.” Forbes: “I quite like Dragon Age: Inquisition. Like Origins before … Continue reading Dragon Age: Inquisition — Reviews are In
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