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As of last year, the International Olympics Committee had publicly announced their interest and consideration of Esports as an event in the Paris 2024 Olympics. Citing Esports's impressive revenue numbers and engagement with younger audiences, the IOC are no doubt hoping to capitalize on the Esports industry's current track record of success. Fans who are hopeful of seeing some [...]

Esports is officially becoming the next big thing. Hot on the heels of Madison Square Garden's recent acquisition of Counter Logic Gaming, the possibility of an Esports Olympic event is currently in consideration for the Paris 2024 Olympics. In 2016, global Esports viewership had reached an impressive 320 million people worldwide, with over £400 million ($520M USD) in revenue generated. [...]