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“Your world. Your win” – STS launches a new esports campaign

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February 8, 2021

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STS, the largest bookmaking company in Poland, is launching a new marketing campaign entitled “Your world. Your win”. The campaign is the result of the introduction of new brand positioning in esports communication. The launch of the campaign coincides with the beginning of one of the largest CS:GO tournaments in the world – IEM Katowice 2021.

In its new campaign, STS combines the digital world of fans and influencers with the bookmaking world in which fans can make real profit thanks to their passion. – esports fans are very involved in their hobby. We reward this passion. We believe that the time spent on playing or following games translates into a capital of knowledge and experience. STS makes it possible to turn them into real profit – says Paweł Rabantek, marketing director at STS.

The first part of the campaign, prepared on the occasion of IEM Katowice, features world stars of esports, including Wiktor “TaZ” Wojtas – the icon of Polish CS:Go, who has been on the gaming scene for over a decade. Another featured star is Henry “HenryG” Greer”, a former CS:GO commentator and at present – the manager of Cloud 9, one of the top organizations.

The main elements of the campaign include a dedicated offer for fans, broad online communication, also on social networking sites, and outdoor advertising, which is carried out in Katowice for a third consecutive year. The advertising consists of two large-format and one LED ad – all of them appearing in the very centre of the city. The capital of Upper Silesia hosts one of the biggest esports events in the world – IEM Katowice 2021 (Intel Extreme Masters), which is why this location was chosen.

– as the leader in the Polish bookmaking market, STS has been investing heavily in esports for years. By launching the campaign during the IEM we can show how important the event is to Polish fans and the brand itself. We wanted to make sure that we could feel the atmosphere of esports in Katowice, even though the tournament is held without audience – says Paweł Rabantek.

Supporting esports for many years

STS has been investing in the development and professionalization of Polish esports for a long time. The bookmaker has been a sponsor for, among others, Paweł “innocent” Mocek – a CS:GO player who played for the most popular Polish and foreign teams. This is the first time that a bookmaking company supports an individual Counter-Strike player. The company also decided to work with Damian “Nervarien” Ziaja who is one of the most popular influencers in the Polish League of Legends community. In recent seasons, STS provided support for the Nine to Five tournament, the Polish Esports League – which are among the leading CS:GO competitions in Poland – as well as eSports teams Izako Boars,devils.one, AVEZ Esport and x-kom AGO. The company also joined in the initiative of staging a charity match played by the top Polish CS:GO teams.

You can find more information at https://www.sts.pl/pl/twoj-swiat-twoja-wygrana/

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Vlad Marinescu Re-Elected as 10th IESF President

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3 days ago

December 10, 2025

George Miller

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The International Esports Federation (IESF) concluded its 17th Ordinary General Meeting (OGM) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, alongside the 17th World Esports Championship Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Finals. Member federations from around the world gathered to review the federation’s annual progress, adopt key motions, and participate in the 10th IESF Elections, marking a milestone moment in the federation’s governance history.

During the election session, Vlad Marinescu was re-elected as the 10th President of the IESF, securing his second term. His re-election reflects the continued confidence of the membership in his leadership and vision for the future of the World of Esports.

“I am truly grateful for the trust placed in me to continue leading the International Esports Federation,” Marinescu said. “As we mark our 10th election cycle, we remain steadfast in our commitment to unity, transparency, and the sustained growth of the World of Esports.”

Delegates reviewed strategic priorities for the year ahead, including enhanced governance standards, expanded athlete development initiatives, and strengthened international cooperation. Voting on member-submitted motions underscored the federation’s collective commitment to advancing integrity, professionalism, and institutional maturity across the esports ecosystem.

The assembly also elected the IESF Board for 2026, comprising:

Board Members:

HRH Prince Omar Bin Faisal – Jordan
Afiq Fadhli Bin Narawi – Malaysia
Elin Yoojung Moen – Norway
Clint Kennedy – United States
Flip De Bruyn – Namibia

The OGM concluded as the 17th World Esports Championship MLBB Finals continued, highlighting IESF’s ongoing mission to unite nations through Esports and support athletes, federations, and fans worldwide.

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GG.BET launches Bet Builder for a new way to bet

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1 week ago

December 3, 2025

George Miller

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Customers can now use Bet Builder, a format that lets them build their own set of markets on one match into a single bet with higher odds. Bet Builder is available for both esports and sports events. You can try out the new feature with a deposit bonus of up to 150% and a free bet worth up to $50.

Customers can now place a combined bet on a single match by picking various options for how events in the match will play out. For example, in CS2, customers can choose which team will win on a specific map, how many kills a specific player will rack up, how many rounds will be played on a single map, and so on.

To place a Bet Builder bet, pick an event that hasn’t started yet, press the ‘Bet Builder’ button, put together your selection of markets from those available, get higher combo odds, and finish placing the bet in one click. At this initial stage, GG.BET is offering Bet Builder on football, basketball, hockey, CS2, Dota 2, LoL, and VALORANT, with more sports and disciplines to be added down the line.

“GG.BET has always been known for embracing unconventional markets and elaborate betting options. Bet Builder is there to meet customer demand for more interesting formats in a single match. The ability to make predictions right down to a specific round and any other tiny detail of a match is what gives users variety and improves their skills,” the GG.BET press office explained.

GG.BET is offering customers the opportunity to test out the Bet Builder format with a deposit bonus of up to 150% and a free bet of up to $50.

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IESF Officially Opens the World Esports Championship 2025 in Kuala Lumpur

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December 3, 2025

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The World Esports Championship 2025 (WEC25) is officially open in Kuala Lumpur, welcoming athletes, fans, and delegations from around the globe. With 19 nations taking part in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), this year’s event stands as the most internationally diverse MLBB competition in IESF history.

After a year filled with national and regional qualifiers and preparations from teams around the world, the world’s top esports athletes have arrived in Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur. The opening ceremony set the tone for the days ahead, offering fans a first glimpse of the excitement and atmosphere surrounding this year’s championship.

“WEC25 reflects the continued growth of esports as a space for connection, competition, and shared passion,” said IESF General Secretary Boban Totovski. “Bringing together 19 nations for MLBB is a milestone not just for the title, but for the entire esports ecosystem. We are proud to bring this edition of the championship to Kuala Lumpur.”

As the competition officially kicks off, the schedule is fully packed with exciting match-ups among Nations, competing for their flag and country. The best from all over the world will have the unique opportunity to become the MLBB World Champion.

IESF extends its gratitude to the Malaysian government and the Ministry for Youth and Sports, partners, athletes, and global supporters who continue to elevate the championship’s reach and impact.

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