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FanClash unveils Spectatr; Pioneering Platform set to revolutionize Fan Engagement for Sports and Esports Enthusiasts
FanClash, Asia’s largest fantasy Esports platform has announced the launch of Spectatr, its groundbreaking tech platform that aims to redefine the landscape of interactive fandom with innovations for sports and Esports enthusiasts.
By leveraging cutting-edge technology and a resolute vision, Spectatr will bring a paradigm shift in fan engagement that transcends traditional boundaries. The platform is designed to cater to the fans of sports such as Cricket, Kabaddi, Basketball, and Football as well as high-profile Esports titles including BGMI, DOTA2, CS:GO, Valorant, PUBG, and more to deliver an unprecedented interactive experience.
Sharing his thoughts and vision of the pioneering platform, Rishabh Bhansali, Co-Founder of Spectatr commented, “The launch of Spectatr marks a significant milestone in our journey of reshaping the way sports and Esports enthusiasts engage with their favourite games. Our vision is to bridge the gap between technology and fandom to offer a seamless and immersive experience to users. The entire team’s passion for innovation has driven us to create a platform that not only captivates but also empowers fans, giving them a more interactive and personalized way to connect with the sports they love. We believe that the future of fandom lies in interactivity, and with Spectatr, we are leading that charge.”
With the aim of taking Spectatr’s game-changing solutions to international audiences, the platform has partnered with global fantasy operators, data providers, and tournament organizers to create an ecosystem that reinvents fan engagement on a global scale.
“We are excited to extend Spectatr’s transformative solutions to audiences around the world by partnering with global stakeholders. As we step into this new era of interactive sports fervour, we want to elevate the entire fan experience. Together, we will set the stage for a future where every moment of a game is an opportunity for fans to engage, connect, and celebrate,” added Rishabh Bhansali.
Spectatr’s diverse product portfolio will set new industry standards by offering innovative solutions such as:
- Seamless Plug-and-Play Daily Fantasy Solutions: Encompassing both Esports and traditional sports like Cricket, Soccer, Kabaddi, and Basketball, Spectatr’s daily fantasy solutions offer a seamless and immersive experience for fans.
- Groundbreaking “Live” Fantasy Experience: Originally pioneered for Cricket and extended to Kabaddi, Basketball, Football, and DOTA2, Spectatr introduces an innovative “Live” fantasy experience that keeps fans engaged in real-time action.
- AI-Generated Highlights: Tailored for CS:GO and Valorant, this innovation captures riveting in-game moments and seamlessly shares them on social media, enhancing the overall spectator experience.
- In-Stream Fan Engagement Suite: Spectatr’s carefully curated suite for streaming platforms provides fans with an immersive experience, enhancing the enjoyment of live matches.
- Inventive Free-to-Play Prediction Solutions: Perfect for B2C platforms aiming to captivate their user base, Spectatr introduces engaging free-to-play prediction solutions.
- Real-Time Data Chatbots: Spectatr’s chatbots, starting with the CS:GO-focused bot, provide fans with real-time data about their favourite sports, enhancing their engagement and understanding.
According to the “Windows of opportunity: India’s M&E sector maximizing across segments” report by FICCI-EY, fantasy sports revenue grew from INR 33 billion in 2022 to INR 42 billion in 2022, with its user base estimated to have grown by at least 14% in 2022.
Additionally, as per the ‘Global Fantasy Esports Market, Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecast 2022 To 2029’ report by Global Market Vision, the global Fantasy Esports Market is expected to grow from USD 6.45 billion in 2022 to USD 12.87 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of +12%.
These numbers are a testament to the rise of fantasy sports and Esports in India as well as all over the world. Spectatr will offer this rapidly growing player base an unparalleled level of interactivity and excitement to engage with their favourite game.
PlayVS, the leading esports platform in North America, announced a multi-year partnership with Zenni Optical, the world’s leading online eyewear retailer. This partnership establishes Zenni as the official eyewear partner of PlayVS, bringing exclusive benefits to PlayVS’ esports community.
As part of this collaboration, Zenni will serve as the official eyewear partner of the PlayVS Cup, the annual national esports championship for high school students. The Cup provides top scholastic esports teams from across the country with an opportunity to compete for a national title and earn recognition and awards, including college scholarships. Zenni’s partnership will help power scholarship prizes for Cup finalists, furthering PlayVS’ dedication to empowering students and supporting their educational and athletic ambitions. These scholarships not only aid with alleviating financial strain, but also highlight esports as a viable pathway to academic and professional success.
Zenni’s eyewear will also be included in the prize packages that PlayVS Cup champions and PlayVS Awards winners receive, providing students with high quality eyewear to complement their gaming performance. Additionally, Zenni will offer members of the PlayVS community exclusive discounts on eyewear.
“We are excited to partner with PlayVS and expand our ongoing support of the gaming and esports community. Empowering a dedicated high school esports program that not only will generate awareness around the importance of eye health to a new generation of gamers but also support their academic pursuits is such an amazing opportunity for Zenni to partner with,” said Robb Chiarini, Head of Partnerships, Licensing, & Events at Zenni Optical.
Through this partnership, Zenni will also be integrated into PlayVS’ content series, Road to the PlayVS Cup, a set of videos showcasing different esports programs across the nation as they compete to earn a spot in the PlayVS Cup.
“Partnering with Zenni is a natural fit for us as we continue to grow the high school esports community. Zenni shares our commitment to supporting students in both esports and academics. By joining forces with Zenni, we’re empowering students with scholarships and enabling them to partake in healthy competition to foster their esports careers. We’re excited to work together and bring Zenni’s eyewear to our community of gamers,” said Jon Chapman, CEO of PlayVS.
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Genius Sports Limited has signed new partnerships with Bayes Esports and GRID Esports (GRID) to provide sportsbooks with the highest-quality official esports offering.
GRID, as the only game data platform directly working with the game publishers will provide Genius Sports with exclusive access to official live esports data from League of Legends, and VALORANT, the fastest-growing betting esports title, alongside Ubisoft’s Rainbow Six data, and a robust portfolio of CS2 and Dota2 data from the global tournaments by BLAST and Champion of Champions.
Genius Sports’ sportsbook partners will also be able to access official streaming and data visualizations powered by official GRID data.
Bayes Esports is helping power Genius Sports’ esports offering with its highly granular Live Match Data. As the exclusive data partner of key esports tournament organisers such as ESL FACEIT Group, Bayes Esports covers the majority of official live data for Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2 esports, which brings in some of the highest revenue for sportsbooks.
Genius Sports will further enhance its offering with Bayes Esports’ data product suite, including low-latency video and live data-powered widgets. Select Genius Sports products will be available through Bayes Esports’ distribution in return.
Going forward, Genius Sports will provide sportsbooks worldwide with an end-to-end esports trading product across pre-match and in-play, powered by ultra low-latency data to guarantee sharp odds and maximum market uptime. Through this product, sportsbooks can unlock new revenues by reaching a highly engaged audience with high-octane, year-round content.
“We are thrilled to announce these new partnerships with Bayes and GRID, two leaders in their field, to create an unrivalled esports content suite for our sportsbook partners. As the new home of esports for sportsbooks, we will provide our partners with the highest-quality data and odds on the most prestigious titles in the sport,” said Matt Stephenson, Global Partnerships Director at Genius Sports.
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The Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC) has announced that DACH CS GmbH (DACH CS), a tournament organiser seeking to revitalise competitive Counter-Strike in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, has officially joined ESIC membership.
By joining ESIC, DACH CS commits to upholding the highest standards of competitive integrity. The membership requires the league to implement ESIC’s Integrity Programme across all of its tournaments, tackling key issues such as match-fixing, cheating, and doping, fostering a culture of fair play within the region.
As an ESIC member, DACH CS will integrate ESIC’s codes of conduct, actively cooperate in investigations, and enforce ESIC’s rulings. This commitment aligns DACH CS with global best practices, ensuring that the DACH Counter-Strike esports scene operates with a proven integrity framework.
Stephen Hanna, Chief Executive Officer of ESIC, said: “DACH CS’s dedication to rebuilding and strengthening the competitive Counter-Strike scene in the DACH region makes them a valuable addition to ESIC’s growing membership. Their commitment to competitive integrity and fair competition aligns perfectly with our mission to safeguard esports. We look forward to working closely with them to support a sustainable and transparent ecosystem for players, teams, and stakeholders in the region.”
Anton Christoph, Founder & Managing Director of DACH CS, said: “At DACH CS, we’re on a mission to take the Counter-Strike Scene in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland to old and new heights! We’re super excited to be joining forces with ESIC, as we’re confident that this is a vital step in keeping our community’s most prized values at the heart of our operations. By teaming up with ESIC and aligning with their globally recognised integrity standards, we’re making a promise to you, our players, teams and stakeholders, to provide a competitive environment that’s both trusted and well-structured. We are excited to work closely with ESIC to build a sustainable and respected esports landscape in the DACH region.”
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