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DreamSmart Joins Hands with VSPO to Explore the Unbounded Integration of Intelligent Travel and E-sports

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2 years ago

June 26, 2024

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On June 20, DreamSmart and VSPO held the signing ceremony for their strategic cooperation in Shanghai. Su Jing, CEO of DreamSmart, and Ying Shuling, chairman of the board of directors of VSPO, signed the contract on behalf of the two parties.

The two parties signed a contract for extensive cooperation in the field of e-sports in the future. DreamSmart and VSPO will work together to promote e-sports among young people in a more in-depth manner through various dimensions such as brands and products. Su Jing, CEO of DreamSmart, said that VSPO is an e-sports company that stands for youth, passion, honour and dreams, while DreamSmart is a technology company that keeps boosting creativity through leading technology to provide young people with more personalized and leading high-end products. The brand concepts of the two companies are naturally compatible. DreamSmart will work with VSPO to explore the integration of intelligent travel and e-sports, so as to bring users a new experience. DreamSmart is willing to accompany every talented young person who dares to think and fight for a win to seek F.I.R.S.T in their minds – unbounded integration, endless competition, continuous innovation, teamwork, and continuous growth make champions.

E-sports is rapidly becoming a part of the lifestyle of contemporary young people. It is not only a popular topic in the field of culture and sports, but also represents an emerging industrial economy. As the world’s leading e-sports event operator, VSPO is committed to creating content and products that e-sports fans around the world love, and promoting e-sports to become a more influential new generation of sports and entertainment.

Ying Shuling, chairman of the board of directors of VSPO, said: “Through this cooperation with VSPO, we will explore more possibilities of linking to the e-sports industry, so as to create more interesting, vivid and pleasing experience scenarios for e-sports fans and jointly promote the new development of e-sports integration.”

Through this cooperation, DreamSmart and VSPO will empower each other to open up a new arena with their rich resources and experience in the fields of intelligent travel and e-sports.

To show the first implementation result of this strategic cooperation, at the signing site, DreamSmart announced that it will sponsor the BLG League of Legends branch, while the BLG League of Legends branch will help DreamSmart and its subsidiary brands enhance their popularity among e-sports fans through IP licensing, fan activities, co-branded products, etc.

BLG (Bilibili Gaming) was founded in 2017 and has set up the League of Legends branch, the VALORANT branch and other branches. It has participated in many high-profile e-sports events around the world, including but not limited to the League of Legends World Championship and the League of Legends Mid-Season Championship. This year, it achieved great performance by becoming the champion in the Spring Season of the League of Legends Pro League and the runner-up in the 2024 Mid-Season Championship.

DreamSmart is a cross-sector platform for full-stack smart terminal technologies. Based on the concept of “smartphones + XR + smart EVs”, DreamSmart promotes the integration and synergy between the two industries of consumer electronics and automotive, aiming to build a global intelligent travel technology ecosystem. In the future, DreamSmart will launch the first intelligent electric vehicle product based on the new product customization ecology derived from e-sports, and join hands with VSPO to continue to innovate in the field of intelligent technology around the integration technology, design aesthetics, brand accumulation and product layout, and connect to young people more deeply to provide users with a multi-terminal, full-scenario and immersive integration experience.

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Riot Games and 1000 Dreams Fund Expand Talent Pipeline in Esports Broadcasting, Accepting Two New Cadets to their Specialized 2026 Program

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3 days ago

January 16, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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1000 Dreams Fund (1DF), a nonprofit that empowers talented women and students in need with scholarships, mentorship and other critical resources to help them reach their dream careers, has announced that two new cadets have been selected to its 2026 Riot Games Esports Broadcasting Cadetship at Riot Games’ Remote Broadcast Center (RBC) powered by AWS in Seattle.

The cadets selected for the three-month, paid cadetship position are:

• Marissa M. – Indiana University Bloomington

• Kevin D. – University of North Florida

The cadetship program runs in partnership with Riot Games—a leading video game developer, publisher and esports tournament organizer—and their global partner, AWS. Together with 1DF, the partners are committed to expanding access and creating pathways for individuals aspiring toward a career in esports broadcasting and production.

“We’re excited to host the Esports Broadcasting Cadetship in our Seattle Remote Broadcast Center for the first time. This facility has revolutionized how we produce esports at scale, and the Esports Broadcasting Cadetship brings that innovation to life by connecting emerging talent directly to the future of the industry. Through our partnership with 1000 Dreams Fund, we’re not only investing in today’s talent but also building a pipeline of leaders equipped to shape what comes next in global esports production,” said Allyson Gormley, Global Operations Director, Esports Broadcast & Production for Riot Games.

As Gen Z and early-career professionals increasingly rethink traditional career tracks, demand continues to grow for hands-on, skills-driven roles that offer clear pathways into competitive industries. In response, innovative workforce programs are materializing to bridge the gap between aspiration and opportunity, prioritizing real-world experience over linear career models.

The Riot Games Esports Broadcasting Cadetship exemplifies this new model of workforce development in emerging fields. Launched in 2023 as part of 1000 Dreams Fund’s broader commitment to workforce access and equity, the program was built to meet this moment — long before non-traditional career pathways became a mainstream conversation. By placing early-career students inside a global esports operation, the Cadetship provides a proven pathway, offering the training, mentorship and live production experience needed to launch careers in esports broadcasting.

“This year marks 10 years of 1000 Dreams Fund building programs that create real access to opportunity for students and early-career talent. The Riot Games Esports Broadcasting Cadetship reflects the kind of long-term, impact-driven work we’ve been committed to since day one, and in a time of deep transition in the workforce, these programs are more important than ever. We’re proud to continue expanding pathways, especially within emerging industries, that help students turn ambition into lasting careers,” said Christie Garton, founder and CEO of 1000 Dreams Fund.

For the selected cadets, this investment creates immediate momentum and removes common barriers to entry while positioning participants for long-term growth in a highly competitive field.

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Berlin Gaming Industry

Tom Achsel Joins FACTORY-C to Spearhead “Home of Indies” Communications

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2 weeks ago

January 7, 2026

Wladimir P.

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FACTORY-C, the Berlin-based communications powerhouse specializing in gaming and esports, has announced the appointment of Tom Achsel as Event Communications Manager. Achsel will join the “Home of Indies” team alongside project initiator Christiane Gehrke, focusing on the platform’s global expansion and upcoming presence at Gamescom 2026.

With over a decade of experience in the tech and gaming sectors, Achsel brings a massive professional network and deep operational expertise to the agency.

A Veteran of the Berlin Gaming Scene

Tom Achsel is a well-known figure in the German development community. His career highlights include:

Games Academy: Served as Head of Marketing & Events at one of Europe’s oldest game development institutions.
Games Ground Berlin: Co-founded and led communications for the Berlin Gaming Festival, curating impactful B2B programs and speaker lineups.
IGDA Berlin: Serves as Vice-Chairman, strengthening ties between local developers and the global gaming ecosystem.

Christiane Gehrke, Senior Event Communication & Sales Manager at Factory-C

“Tom knows the indie scene from multiple perspectives and has a sharp understanding of the needs of indie developers,” said Christiane Gehrke, Senior Event Communication & Sales Manager at FACTORY-C. “He brings everything needed to support the continued development of Home of Indies.”

Scaling the “Home of Indies” Platform

Since its debut in 2022, Home of Indies has grown into a central pillar of the Gamescom Indie Area. The platform provides a shared booth for independent developers, lowering the barrier to entry for international studios.

2025 Growth: The booth expanded to 440 square meters, featuring over 50 games from a dozen countries.
New Features: The project recently added a dedicated Spotlight Stage, streaming booths, and professional networking areas via MeetToMatch.

As Event Communications Manager, Achsel will lead the outreach strategy for Gamescom 2026, ensuring that the creative diversity of the global indie scene receives maximum visibility among press, influencers, and players.

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BlueBottle

BlueBottle Launches “League Broadcast” SaaS for Streamlined Esports Production

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2 weeks ago

January 7, 2026

Wladimir P.

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BlueBottle, the Munich-based esports technology innovator, has officially launched League Broadcast, its professional-grade production software, via a new Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) subscription model.

Announced on January 7, 2026, this B2C release moves the platform from selective partner deployments and its long-standing beta phase into a publicly accessible tool for leagues, tournament organizers, and individual content creators worldwide.

Professional Broadcast Tools for All Tiers

League Broadcast is designed to automate and elevate the visual storytelling of competitive gaming, specifically targeting the League of Legends ecosystem. The software bypasses traditional API limitations by using low-level game data collection to provide real-time, high-fidelity visualizations.

At launch, BlueBottle has introduced a tiered pricing structure to suit different operational scales:

Tier	Status	Key Features	Target Audience
Free	Available	Core overlays, essential team/player data, basic game stats.	Grassroots creators & amateur streamers.
Basic	Available	Commercial usage rights, customizable pre-game elements, professional draft tools.	Semi-pro leagues & small event organizers.
Pro	Coming Soon	Advanced analytics, event-driven automation, premium production tools.	Professional leagues & high-scale live operations.

Supported by Creative Europe Media

The transition to a scalable SaaS model was significantly bolstered by funding from Creative Europe Media, the European Union’s flagship program for the audiovisual and creative sectors. This backing allowed BlueBottle to invest in:

Enhanced Stability: Hardening the software for 24/7 live environments.
Improved Infrastructure: Faster development cycles and dedicated customer support.
Accessibility: Lowering the barrier for European creators to produce “broadcast-quality” content that competes with high-budget international productions.

“This launch represents more than a new pricing model — it’s the moment League Broadcast becomes accessible to the wider esports community,” said Lars Eble, CTO at BlueBottle. “We were able to invest in long-term product quality… ensuring that our B2C customers receive the same level of reliability previously reserved for large partners.”

Strengthening the European Esports Ecosystem

By providing affordable, automated tools for real-time data visualization—such as dynamic gold graphs, inhibitor timers, and 3D in-world branding—BlueBottle is positioning itself as a core infrastructure provider for the digital media age. The platform allows smaller organizations to monetize their formats more effectively through professional-looking sponsor placements and deeper viewer engagement.

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