eSports
Pnxbet Adapts to the Changing Market With the Launch of New Live eSports Category

The gambling and sports betting industries have experienced a jarring and unprecedented change in their respective markets this year due to a global disruption to almost every sport, as a result of the ongoing pandemic. As many sites scramble to come up with a stop-gap, leading sports betting platform Pnxbet has launched Live eSports, a whole new category that allows users to watch, and bet on eSports in real-time.
Sports Betting On Hold
The pandemic is affecting many different industries and aspects of everyday life. Betting on sports is no longer an option, as most of the major competitions around the world have been canceled or postponed. Some of the biggest global sporting competitions such as the NBA, NFL, Champions League, Premier League and Boxing have all been brought to a complete standstill.
In the United Kingdom, this shift is taking its toll. Betting on football and horse racing accounts for 75% of the UK’s sports betting market. With neither option being available to service providers and operators, the revenue generated by this industry has all but disappeared. Brick and mortar betting shops have all been closed, and with no indication that sports leagues are any closer to returning, bookmakers are at the mercy of the pandemic. This decrease in revenue has also affected online gambling sites, as well as online sports betting platforms.
The Rise of eSports Betting
Providing exposure to competitive sports is the main priority for offline and online bookmakers. With sports competitions shutting down, eSports is the next logical option to explore. Competition in that particular segment is still small, thus there is still a potential first-mover advantage for bookmakers.
Strengthening ties between players, franchises, and fans has transcended the concept of witnessing live games in a stadium. Interaction between all parties has become a core aspect of sports in the modern era.
One core example is the NBA 2K20 Players Tournament, which is currently ongoing.
Watching other people play a video game in a competitive manner – in this case, a tournament – creates exciting new betting opportunities.
With eSport betting, at least in the United States, there are some legal hurdles to overcome. Regulatory measures are still in the early stages, but there is a demand to speed up this process nationwide. Especially during the current crisis, eSports may see a notable uptick in terms of popularity and viewership.
Pnxbet Brings eSports to Online Gambling
Several new competitors are merging to take advantage of the “void” being left by traditional sports betting platforms during the current crisis. Pnxbet is one of those contenders, as the company specializes in different types of gambling and betting.
Alongside its more traditional offerings – including casino, poker, and live casino games, Pnxbet also focuses on virtual sports and eSports. Pnxbet now wants to increase its foothold in the eSports betting market by providing access to more competition.
Watching eSports as they happen live and being able to bet on the action creates an entirely new dynamic. This industry is expected to become the fastest-growing segment in all of online betting over the coming years.
As a part of the ambitious eSports push, Pnxbet has also partnered with three fellow gaming streamers in South East Asia, and the Philippines. Coach Byb, Guso Gaming, and Xan PH have all joined as Pnxbet partners as the company expands into emerging markets.
eSports Top Titles
A special focus lies on Dota2 and CS:GO, both of which have massive fan bases and host multiple major tournaments every single year. Other options to explore on Pnxbet are the Tennis R.G. Cup, the virtual counterpart of the Europa League for soccer fans, the NBA Regular Cyber Cup, and many more. All eSports betting options are updated constantly and yield some very high betting odds.
Pnxbet prides itself on offering honest live odds and convenient deposits and withdrawal options. Supported payment options include bank transfer, credit and debit cards, Skrill, Neteller, Voucher Wallet Code, Bitcoin, Litecoin, Monero, and Ethereum.
With the majority of betting sites yet to adequately replace the huge void left following the loss of a plethora of competitive sports, surely sites with viable alternatives like Pnxbet will be the real winners when the dust settles. Check out the new live Pnxbet eSports betting revolution now!
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Esports Charts and GG.BET have presented an interactive map with data on tournaments around the world

LONDON, Sept. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Esports Charts, an analytical service that analyzes esports viewership, has partnered up with betting brand GG.BET, to present Esports Map, an interactive map with data on the most popular esports tournaments in 110 different countries. Each tournament also comes with historical moments when favorites and outsiders unexpectedly switched places in the bracket.
The analytical service Esports Charts has added a new interactive tool to its website, the Esports Map. It features the most popular tournaments by country, as well as data on peak viewership, winners, and prize pools. It also contains information on the most popular games in each country. There are also separate analytics dedicated to the United States, with information available for each of the 50 states. Data has been collected for a period spanning from 2017 up to right now, and is continuously updated.
GG.BET, who partnered with the project, supplemented the tournament information with interesting facts about participating teams. The insights include historical breakthroughs by underdogs and unexpected losses by tournament favorites. The information is provided using past outright betting data.
“Esports Map is a new project from Esports Charts, which we’ve launched alongside GG.BET as our first partner. We aimed to create a tool that would be interesting and useful to both fans and industry professionals. At its core lies Esports Charts’ analytics, supplemented by betting insights from GG.BET—covering everything from peak viewership and prize pools to discipline trends and stories of unexpected victories. When combined, this data turns into a live snapshot of esports that can be tracked by country and region,” said Esports Charts’ press office.
“GG.BET regularly supports projects that help people understand esports at a greater depth. Esports Map provides an easy-to-understand visual representation of the industry’s progress in individual countries around the world and displays the breakdown of games by region. It will be of interest to fans and will prove useful to professionals who are developing the industry,” added GG.BET’s press office.
Esports Charts and GG.BET have previously worked together on an analytical project dedicated to the BLAST Premier 2024 season. That project displayed data on views, unique statistics about both the game and bets placed, an analytical breakdown of the season, and exclusive infographics on teams and players.
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Aquisitions/Mergers
The Chiliz Group acquires OG Esports, reuniting with original co-founders to launch new era

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Chiliz Group acquires 51% of OG Esports, investing to grow the team, expand operations, and strengthen fan and player engagement.
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Xavier Oswald, a former co-founder and shareholder of OG, becomes CEO, while OG co-founders Johan “n0tail” Sundstein and Sébastien “Ceb” Debs launch a new strategic project consolidating the team’s competitive foundation.
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Socios.com becomes the exclusive platform for $OG Fan Tokens, $OG will act as the showcase for blockchain-based utility.
The Chiliz Group, the world’s leading blockchain provider for the sports and entertainment industry and operator of Socios.com, today announced it has acquired a 51% controlling stake in OG Esports, one of the most iconic and innovative names in global esports.
Founded in 2015 by legendary Dota 2 players Johan “n0tail” Sundstein and Sébastien “Ceb” Debs, OG is the first team in history to win back-to-back titles at The International. Since then, OG has expanded into Counter-Strike, Honor of Kings and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, building one of the most successful and culturally significant organisations in esports.
OG has a track record of delivering a fan-driven culture through innovation and launched the $OG Fan Token in 2020. The $OG Fan Token recently became the first esports Fan Token to surpass a $100 million market capitalization, driven by surging global demand for digital fan assets. Having delivered exclusive voting rights, VIP experiences, merchandise, and direct access to the team for fans worldwide, $OG represents a thriving $100m+ digital fan economy.
As part of the acquisition, Xavier Oswald will take on the role of CEO of OG, guiding the organisation into its next chapter, while co-founders Johan “n0tail” Sundstein and Sébastien “Ceb” Debs will lead a new strategic project consolidating the team’s competitive foundation, driving innovation at the intersection of esports and Web3.
At the same time, Socios.com will become the exclusive wallet and engagement platform for $OG Fan Tokens, establishing $OG as the flagship example of the new fan economy. The token will now showcase how fan assets can evolve – serving as the blockchain layer for tickets, merchandise, in-stadium perks, and digital content, while also integrating real-world assets and club revenues through mechanisms like buybacks to deliver deeper influence and tangible value to supporters.
Through The Chiliz Group’s global network of more than 80 leading sports properties, OG will now be able to expand into new countries and markets, building a larger international footprint and new commercial opportunities. Backed by the financial strength of a global group, OG will become more resilient and sustainable, ensuring long-term stability while focusing on what matters most: players, fans, and innovation.
More details about the acquisition will be released in the coming weeks.
“OG has always been about community and innovation, and since 2020 it has demonstrated that Fan Tokens can create genuine economic value and meaningful engagement,” said Alex Dreyfus, CEO and Founder of Chiliz. “With a $100 million fan token economy already established, OG represents the perfect case study for what’s truly possible when we place Fan Tokens at the centre of the fan economy. This acquisition allows us to showcase the next evolution – Fan Tokens 2.0.”
“This marks the start of a bold new era for OG,” said Xavier Oswald, incoming CEO of OG. “With Chiliz as our majority partner, we can scale our teams, grow our global community, and unlock a new dimension of engagement through the $OG Fan Token. We’ve always believed that fans should be at the centre of everything we do, and now we have the tools and the backing to make that vision a reality.”
“With Chiliz, we share a common vision based on strong values: passion, transparency, and the power of communities.” said Johan “N0tail” Sundstein, co-founder and historic figure of OG Esports. “From winning back-to-back Internationals to competing against OpenAI Five in a world-first showcase of human-AI collaboration, OG has always been about pushing boundaries. This alliance will allow us to stay true to our identity while continuing to grow.”
“This agreement marks the beginning of a new competitive cycle,’ added Sébastien “Ceb” Debs, two-time world champion with OG. “We want to once again become a major force on the international stage and inspire a new generation of players and fans. With the support of Chiliz, we now have the means to build an ambitious and sustainable project.”
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eSports
Global Esports Federation Launches its Innovation & Research Centre in Athens

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The Global Esports Federation has launched its Innovation & Research Centre (IRC) in Athens, Greece, in collaboration with Socialinnov, a non-profit organisation dedicated to digital empowerment and social entrepreneurship.
The GEF Innovation & Research Centres are envisioned as collaborative spaces where technology, creativity and innovation converge to unlock human potential in the digital era. They will anchor forward-looking programmes that connect esports with education, wellness and opportunities in adjacent industries.
The Athens IRC anchors this global network, strengthening local ecosystems, enabling cooperation across regions and expanding opportunities in esports, gaming, technology and entertainment.
Thanos Karagrounas, GEF Chief Impact Officer, said: “The launch of our Innovation & Research Center in Athens is a milestone in the GEF’s journey to shape an inclusive and impactful future for esports. By combining Socialinnov’s deep expertise in digital empowerment with the GEF’s international network, we will unlock new opportunities for innovation, education, and investment – with people at the center of everything we do.”
“We are proud to partner with the Global Esports Federation to bring the GEF Innovation & Research Center to Athens. This collaboration reflects our mission to empower individuals and communities with the skills and tools needed to thrive in the digital age. Together, we will cultivate new pathways for youth, educators, and entrepreneurs to engage with technology, esports, and innovation on a global scale,” said Stella Psarrou, Director, Socialinnov.
Leveraging Greece’s growing digital ecosystem and Socialinnov’s expertise in education, youth empowerment and SME support, the Athens IRC will serve as a platform to develop strategies, programmes and investment opportunities focused on responsible gaming, holistic wellness and sustainable career pathways in esports and beyond.
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