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Novig secures $75m Series B funding to expand sports prediction market

Novig, a sports trading platform that operates a peer-to-peer exchange, has raised $75m (~£55m) in a Series B funding round led by Pantera Capital. The round, which reportedly values the company at $500m (~£371m), also included participation from Multicoin Capital, Makers Fund, Edge Equity, and existing investors Forerunner, Perceptive Ventures, and NFX. This latest investment … Continued The post Novig secures $75m Series B funding to expand sports prediction market appeared first on Espo

Esports Insider 20.02.2026 10:36 Uhr

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“Who does Raise think he is? Faker?”: LOUD midlaner Mago steps down following internal conflicts

Brazilian esports organisation LOUD has announced that its League of Legends midlaner, Jean Carlo ‘Mago’ Dias, will no longer compete for the team following what it described as ‘internal conflicts’ with the coaching staff. According to the organisation’s statement, translated into English, Mago had informed management on Wednesday that he was ‘no longer interested in … Continued The post “Who does Raise think he is? Faker?”: LOUD midlaner Mago steps down foll

Esports Insider 20.02.2026 02:04 Uhr

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Saudi Arabia now has total ownership over Evo

Saudi Arabia has taken full ownership of the Evolution Championship Series (Evo), the world’s largest and most prestigious fighting game tournament. With Sony and NODWIN Gaming fully out of the picture, the FGC wonders what this latest change will mean for Evo. Will Super Smash Bros. finally return to the event? In August 2025, NODWIN … Continued The post Saudi Arabia now has total ownership over Evo appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 21:45 Uhr

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ROG named official PC sponsor for LCK Cup Final 2026

Republic of Gamers (ROG) has been announced as the official PC sponsor for the LCK Cup Final 2026, set to take place from February 28th to March 1st at Kai Tak Arena in Hong Kong. According to a release, the partnership will see ROG provide hardware support for the LCK Cup final, one of the … Continued The post ROG named official PC sponsor for LCK Cup Final 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 21:16 Uhr

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Japan continues to dominate in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate after GENESIS X3

GENESIS X3 wrapped up earlier this month, giving the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate community a better idea of which competitors are currently playing at their peak. And many of the top players are currently from Japan. The UltRank is determined by player placement throughout the year, meaning consistency is key to being considered a top … Continued The post Japan continues to dominate in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate after GENESIS X3 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 20:00 Uhr

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Virtus.pro partners with Gamers Outreach for fundraising campaign

Esports brand Virtus.pro has announced that it has partnered with the non-profit organisation Gamers Outreach. The collaboration has resulted in the launch of a fundraising campaign aimed to help Gamers Outreach supply gaming equipment and experiences to children in hospitals. Gamers Outreach is a charity that provides video game tech and programmes to children’s hospitals … Continued The post Virtus.pro partners with Gamers Outreach for fundraising campaign appeared first on Esports

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 18:52 Uhr

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Michelin becomes an official partner of the RLCS

The Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) has announced a partnership with French tyre manufacturer Michelin. As a result of the deal, the manufacturer’s branding will appear within the car football title and across esports broadcasts taking place throughout the 2026 season. The collaboration between the two parties was announced before the RLCS Boston Major kicked … Continued The post Michelin becomes an official partner of the RLCS appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 18:50 Uhr

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BC.Game Masters reveals full team list

BC.Game Masters has revealed the list of teams competing in its inaugural edition, operated by esports tournament organiser Vanta. A total of 24 teams from across the world will head to Bucharest, Romania, for a chance to compete for a $50,000 (~£37,170) prize pool and Valve Regional Standings (VRS) points. Several European teams are attending … Continued The post BC.Game Masters reveals full team list appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 18:30 Uhr

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League of Legends Patch 26.4 sets the stage for First Stand

League of Legends Patch 26.4 will not be played on the First Stand stage, but it still matters for the game’s esports ecosystem. As the final update before the First Stand patch, Patch 26.4 shows where Riot Games wants the meta to land before its first international event. It trims back the strongest picks and … Continued The post League of Legends Patch 26.4 sets the stage for First Stand appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 18:05 Uhr

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France authorises three-year trial decree for games with monetisable digital objects

France has officially approved a three-year experimental framework allowing games with monetisable digital objects, known locally as JONUM (Jeux à Objets Numériques Monétisable), to operate under strict supervision. The decree, signed on February 4th, 2026, and published in the official journal, is now fully active and is being enforced. Regulation of the sector has been … Continued The post France authorises three-year trial decree for games with monetisable digital objects appeared first

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 17:47 Uhr

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Australian Esports League joins forces with Australian Grand Prix for esports tournament

The Australian Esports League has announced a partnership with the Australian Grand Prix Corporation to launch a student esports tournament. Known as the Victorian Virtual Grand Prix, students from Victorian schools will compete for a chance to win a trip to the Australian Grand Prix, the opening race of this year’s Formula One season. Entrance … Continued The post Australian Esports League joins forces with Australian Grand Prix for esports tournament appeared first on Esports Insid

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 17:41 Uhr

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MOUZ vs The MongolZ headline opening BLAST Open Rotterdam matches

Esports tournament organiser BLAST has revealed the opening matches taking place across the first two days of BLAST Open Rotterdam. The first eight matches are headlined by MOUZ facing off against The MongolZ on March 19th. Announced on February 19th, the first eight series feature some of the world’s best Counter-Strike teams competing with the … Continued The post MOUZ vs The MongolZ headline opening BLAST Open Rotterdam matches appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 16:50 Uhr

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RLCS Boston Major 2026 preview: teams, format, schedule and more

The Rocket League Champion Series (RLCS) is heating up as some of the world’s biggest organisations head to Boston, US, for its first major of the 2026 season. For many teams, it is the first golden opportunity to secure an early lead in the RLCS 2026 leaderboards, improving their chances of reaching the coveted RLCS … Continued The post RLCS Boston Major 2026 preview: teams, format, schedule and more appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 16:39 Uhr

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Fnatic issues statement following recent online player abuse

Fnatic has issued a statement reiterating its zero-tolerance stance on abuse directed at its players competing in tournaments worldwide. The statement comes after the UK-based esports organisation became aware of an increase in targeted abuse, ranging from personal attacks to death threats. In the statement, published on February 19th, Fnatic stated that “the wellbeing and … Continued The post Fnatic issues statement following recent online player abuse appeared first on Esports Insi

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 16:11 Uhr

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League of Legends Americas Cup 2026 format and schedule revealed

Riot Games has announced the schedule and format for its newly introduced League of Legends Americas Cup. Taking place from March 4th to 8th in São Paulo, the event will feature two teams from both the LCS and CBLOL competitions that failed to qualify for First Stand. The 2026 Americas Cup will be held a … Continued The post League of Legends Americas Cup 2026 format and schedule revealed appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 16:08 Uhr

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Apex Legends becomes latest addition to Esports Nations Cup 2026

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has announced Apex Legends as the latest title in the inaugural Esports Nations Cup (ENC) line-up. EA‘s battle royale title is one of 16 games appearing at the multi-national esports event debuting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this November. Apex Legends Esports Nations Cup 2026 Format A total of 40 … Continued The post Apex Legends becomes latest addition to Esports Nations Cup 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 16:00 Uhr

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Overwatch Jetpack Cat: Cutesy gimmick or stable support?

There has been plenty of hype surrounding Overwatch following the release of Overwatch Season 1. As well as rebranding back to Overwatch and dropping the 2 entirely, the game has undergone a restructuring and will focus more on narrative and hero releases.  This was emphasised by the release of five new heroes when Season 1 … Continued The post Overwatch Jetpack Cat: Cutesy gimmick or stable support? appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 15:53 Uhr

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Apex Legends permanently bans 2,000 accounts for XIM cheating

Apex Legends has issued over 2,000 permanent bans to players using XIM cheating devices while playing the battle royale title. The recent crackdown on players using third-party devices follows on from another ban wave impacting those using Titan cheat devices to gain an unfair advantage during matches. Revealed on February 18th, the ban wave is … Continued The post Apex Legends permanently bans 2,000 accounts for XIM cheating appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 13:43 Uhr

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Battlefield has a bot problem, and it could signal doom for the franchise

Battlefield is one of the most successful FPS franchises ever, and BF6 has reignited its popularity like never before. Despite great success at launch, Battlefield 6 has faced numerous controversies, including a long wait for Season 2, and most notably, a plethora of bots in matchmaking. Battlefield bots are perfect for new players who wish … Continued The post Battlefield has a bot problem, and it could signal doom for the franchise appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 13:34 Uhr

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Saudi Esports Federation partners with ROC Esports and Team Stallions

The Saudi Esports Federation (SEF) has signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with esports organisations ROC Esports and Team Stallions. According to a release, the partnership is part of the SEF’s broader goal to establish a comprehensive esports ecosystem. This includes empowering domestic talents and strengthening Saudi Arabia as a leading hub in the industry … Continued The post Saudi Esports Federation partners with ROC Esports and Team Stallions appeared first on Esports I

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 13:24 Uhr

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2XKO EU Community Series Season 1 roadmap revealed

Riot Games has revealed the Season 1 roadmap for its 2XKO EU Community Series, running from February 18th to April 13th, 2026. Players will compete across various local competitions, where the top competitors at the end of the season will earn a fully paid trip to compete at EVO 2026 in Las Vegas, US. Season … Continued The post 2XKO EU Community Series Season 1 roadmap revealed appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 13:09 Uhr

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2026 RLCS Boston Major Twitch and TikTok drops: all rewards and how to get them

Epic Games has announced the 2026 RLCS Boston Major drops that fans will be able to earn throughout the event. These items will be available for Twitch and TikTok. Viewers will simply have to watch RLCS Boston Major livestreams for a set amount of time to claim the rewards, which include Player Titles, Wheels, Decals, … Continued The post 2026 RLCS Boston Major Twitch and TikTok drops: all rewards and how to get them appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 12:58 Uhr

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Dutch regulator orders Polymarket to stop its operations in Netherlands

The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch gambling regulator, has told prediction market platform Polymarket that it must stop doing business in the Netherlands or pay fines of up to €840,000 (£733,000). The KSA said that Adventure One QSS, the company that runs Polymarket, has been running betting-style prediction markets for Dutch customers without the right gambling … Continued The post Dutch regulator orders Polymarket to stop its operations in Netherlands appeared first on Esports Insid

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 12:45 Uhr

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Virtus.pro signs REDACTED ahead of RLCS Boston Major

Virtus.pro has signed the REDACTED Rocket League roster ahead of the RLCS Boston Major, which is set to take place later today (February 19th). Throughout the 2025/26 Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS), the North American team has competed without the backing of an organisation. This includes the RLCS Kick-Off Weekend and the online Opens. Announced … Continued The post Virtus.pro signs REDACTED ahead of RLCS Boston Major appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 19.02.2026 11:25 Uhr

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