In a decision that reshapes the European regulatory landscape for video game monetization, Austria's highest court ruled that FIFA Ultimate...
I. Introduction: Digital Labour in the Modern Gaming Economy The digital entertainment sector has transformed from a product-based industry into...
When content creator Abril Abdamari Garza Alonso, better known as Mexican Twitch streamer AriGameplays, released her new song titled “Gameboy,”...
Introduction Over the past decade, the monetisation of cheating in online video games has evolved into a transnational industry. Cheat...
Cheating and doping are not new topics to the landscape of esport. However, the methods and means to carry out...
Introduction ES highlights the third-party add-ons and automation tools designed to ease gameplay progression and optimize player efficiency.[1] The case...
Introduction The CS2 ban wave of 27 March 2026 saw Valve Corporation’s Counter-Strike 2 project lead, Ido Magal, confirm via Reddit that 960,000 farming bot accounts...
Esports betting faces unique scrutiny under gambling laws, requiring operators to adapt to evolving licensing standards. Legal requirements now extend beyond traditional betting models, reflecting the...
On March 12, 2026, the Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) system released an announcement that it will update its video game age-rating framework. PEGI classifies video games...
The ICO’s Open Letter Thus far, in the UK, many platforms set a minimum user age of 13, yet primarily rely on self-declaration to enforce the...
Introduction The online gambling industry has expanded at a remarkable pace over the past decade, driven by continuous advancements in digital technology and the proliferation of...
Unity, the creator of the Unity Game Engine, a popular platform for creating video games, powering games like Among Us, has announced on a forum post...
Introduction Prediction markets and the esports industry have been circling each other for several years, but significant capital and infrastructure have only recently been deployed to...
Introduction On December 10, 2025, Germany’s Higher Regional Court of Hamburg delivered a ruling that fundamentally undermines how game studios and esports organizations have been attempting...
The “Online Casino” Allegation: Valve Faces Landmark New York Gambling Lawsuit In what could prove to be a groundbreaking move for the gaming industry, Letitia James,...
Introduction On January 26, 2026, the UK Competition Appeal Tribunal ruled that Valve Corporation must face a £656 million collective action lawsuit over alleged anti-competitive practices...
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