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Advertising and Sponsorship Dollars in Esports Continue to Rise

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By: David Hoppe

2020-07-30

While the COVID-19 coronavirus continues to adversely effect most aspects of society, there are a few bright spots to highlight, notably in advertising & sponsorships in Esports.

Speedrunning Marathon Raises $400,000 for COVID-19 Relief

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By: David Hoppe

2020-04-30

Games Done Quick, an organization that frequently hosts speedrunning charity events, hosted a last-minute “Corona Relief Done Quick” event last weekend to raise funds for the COVID-19 pandemic. Over the…

How Esports Companies Are Being Impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic

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By: David Hoppe

2020-04-24

As the COVID-19 pandemic has raged across the world, millions have been stuck at home due to physical distancing policies and job layoffs. Like nearly all sectors of the economy,…

Gamescom’s August Gaming Convention Cancelled Due to COVID

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By: David Hoppe

2020-04-23

Gamescom, the world’s largest video game convention, has been canceled as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The event usually takes place every year in August in Cologne, Germany. Last…

Video Game Spending and Playtime Soar During COVID-19 Pandemic

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By: David Hoppe

2020-04-22

With millions stuck home as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the video game industry has seen both its player numbers and revenues soar. According to SuperData, for the week…

Bright Spots in the Gaming Industry amid the COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak

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By: David Hoppe

2020-04-14

While the full impact of the COVID-19 coronavirus on human health and the global economy is still unfolding, there are a few bright spots to highlight, notably in the video game industry. As millions of people stay home to deter the spread of the virus, video games are a welcome distraction.

7 Ways Blockchain Can Help In The Coronavirus Pandemic

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By: David Hoppe

2020-04-08

COVID-19 has upended the world. As people from all over the world unite to fight the spread of the disease, blockchain technology offers a number of ways to better manage the impact of the pandemic.

The Federal “CARES” Act Stimulus Legislation Benefits For Media/Tech Companies

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By: David Hoppe

2020-04-07

The $2 trillion COVID-19 package includes federally-guaranteed loans and grants for qualifying medium-size and small companies.

For Medium-Size Companies (generally 500 to 10,000 employees), the CARES Act provides loans at a two-percent interest rate, with no payments due for the first six months.

MTG Says COVID Will Hurt Its Esports Business but Gaming Will Stay Strong

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By: David Hoppe

2020-04-04

In a preliminary assessment published last week, The Modern Times Group (MTG) estimated that the COVID-19 pandemic would have a sizable negative impact on its esports business. Fortunately, the company…

Team Reciprocity’s Financing Dissolves as Company Lays off Staff

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By: David Hoppe

2020-04-02

Canadian esports organization Team Reciprocity is facing potential insolvency as global markets crash in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In a somber video posted on Twitter, Team Reciprocity President and…