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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.

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,…

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…

In Times of COVID, New Animal Crossing Game Gains a Huge Following

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By: David Hoppe

2020-04-21

As millions stay home as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, many are turning to video games to spend their time inside. One of the games that has benefitted from…

Japan Puts Even More Government Support Behind Esports

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By: David Hoppe

2020-04-20

Japan has seen slower growth in the esports industry than China and the West, but the nation’s government is hoping to change that. According to a report from Japan-based Kyodo…

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.

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…

Gaming Chair Company to Donate 50,000+ Masks for COVID-19 Medical Workers

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By: David Hoppe

2020-04-02

Secretlab, a manufacturer of award-winning gaming chairs, has pledged to donate 50,000 masks to frontline medical workers fighting COVID-19. The company also announced that it will donate an additional 200…