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Esports World Cup Foundation Announces Strategic Partnership with Tencent

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Partnership to drive EWC’s expansion in China, leveraging Tencent E-sports’ networks and expertise to connect Chinese esports with EWC’s  global ecosystem

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) announced a partnership with Tencent, making Tencent E-sports the EWCF’s strategic partner in China to drive the expansion of the Esports World Cup’s presence in the region. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the EWCF’s purpose to unite global esports fans under one competitive umbrella and underscores its commitment to integrating the world’s most important and rapidly growing esports market into the Esports World Cup platform. The agreement was formalized at the Empower Esports Worldwide Series – The Esports Operation and Technology Session in Shenzhen, China.

The collaboration will establish a dedicated Development Team to enhance EWC’s visibility, engagement, and industry collaboration in China, while leveraging EWC’s and Tencent E-sports’ networks and expertise to connect Chinese esports with EWC’s global ecosystem. Tencent E-sports will provide marketing expertise, strategic consulting, and operational support to deliver diverse content and experiences.

“The Esports World Cup has created a global stage for competitive gaming, demonstrating its influence not only in China but across the world,” said Mars Hou, Vice President of Tencent Games and General Manager of Tencent E-sports. “Through this partnership, we are committed to elevating EWC’s presence in China and integrating our esports industry with the world’s largest competitive gaming event. We look forward to deepening our collaboration with EWCF to push esports forward on a global scale.”

“The Esports World Cup’s purpose is to create a global platform for esports and gaming fans worldwide, and investing in key growth markets for esports is a core pillar of our mission,” said Thamer Al Shuaibi, Chief of Staff at the Esports World Cup Foundation. “China plays a critical role in this vision, and Tencent’s leadership in gaming and esports positions it as an essential partner. By combining our expertise, we will continue to strengthen esports as an industry, providing new opportunities for Chinese players and Clubs, and bringing the best of the Esports World Cup to Chinese fans.”

Esports World Cup 2025 will once again unite gaming and esports communities in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for a global competition that will crown the next Esports World Cup Champion. The tournament’s unique cross-game format will reward Clubs and players competing for a life-changing prize pool in a mix of platforms and genres, bringing together esports’ best players, Clubs and games under one banner in the largest-ever celebration of esports.

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DigiPlus Sets the Standard for Responsible Gaming with Industry-first Player Protection Tools

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DigiPlus Interactive, the company behind BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, SpinPlus and GameZone, is setting the benchmark for responsible gaming in the Philippines, introducing industry-first safeguards that ensure a safe, balanced and controlled gaming experience for players.

At the core of its responsible gaming initiatives is the in-app Responsible Gaming tab, which empowers users to self-regulate their gaming habits. Through this feature, players can set daily gaming duration limits, customise play schedules and cap their losses and deposits, ensuring they engage with gaming on their own terms. Self-exclusion tools also allow users to voluntarily pause gaming access, reinforcing healthy gaming behaviours.

Beyond in-app protections, DigiPlus is championing responsible digitalization through Tamang Laro, Tamang Panalo, an expert-led webinar series that aims to educate players on responsible gaming habits, financial literacy and player well-being. DigiPlus also provides financial coaching sessions, equipping players with the knowledge to make informed financial decisions and manage their resources wisely.

Strengthening its advocacy, DigiPlus—in partnership with PAGCOR—launched Pusta de Peligro, a nationwide campaign focused on prevention, education and intervention. Through compelling short films, the campaign raises awareness about self-control, financial discipline and the importance of responsible gameplay.

“Responsible gaming is not just a compliance requirement for us—it’s a core part of the DigiPlus DNA. By integrating global best practices in player protection, financial education, and digital responsibility, we are setting the standard for a safer, more mindful gaming experience in the Philippines,” said DigiPlus Chairman Eusebio Tanco.

DigiPlus’ responsible gaming efforts are part of its broader commitment to responsible digitalisation, one of the four key pillars of the BingoPlus Foundation. By combining cutting-edge player safeguards with education and advocacy, DigiPlus continues to lead the way in responsible digital entertainment.

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Spintec wins Best ETG Solution Award in Asia

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Asia Gaming Awards recognised Spintec’s Charisma as the best among electronic table gaming solutions based on its added value, reliability, support, functionality, customer experience, and revenue generation.

The award confirms that Spintec’s role as one of the leading providers of electronic table games (ETGs) in Asia is not a coincidence. It is especially admirable that they are most successful in Macau, an extremely important market known for its size, strict regulations, and high operational standards. Spintec’s presence in Asia is therefore stronger than ever, driven by a deep understanding of the market’s needs and a commitment to delivering cutting-edge ETG solutions that enhance the player experience and casino profitability.

Spintec’s products are the preferred choice for operators looking for reliability, innovation, and seamless integration into their gaming floors.

Spintec’s success in Asia is also fuelled by their unwavering focus on product excellence and continuous innovation, such as the recent launch of their Charisma line. From stand-alone, compact solutions to multiplayer and amphitheater setups, Spintec’s ETGs are designed to optimize player engagement and operational efficiency. Casinos across Asia trust Spintec’s solutions to maximize uptime and enhance gameplay.

Maria Garcia is the Executive and Sales Director of APE, Spintec’s exclusive distributor in Macau, Singapore, the Philippines and Malaysia. As she was receiving the award, she emphasised: “Spintec’s ETGs have quickly become one of the bestsellers in our portfolio — and that’s no coincidence. With the launch of the Charisma product line, it’s clear their solutions are superior in every aspect. We are beyond thrilled that Spintec has received this prestigious recognition. It proves that APE has decided on the best possible partnership and it gives us additional drive to continue developing our markets.”

Maksim Gojković, Spintec’s Regional Sales Manager, agrees: “We are extremely proud and thankful for this recognition. Asia is one of Spintec’s most important markets and the cooperation with APE has been admirable. This latest award just proves that products developed in cooperation with good partners will always bring an advantage.”

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ExitLag Partners with TALON Esports

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ExitLag, created to help enhance internet connections and reduce latency through its multi-path technology, announced it has partnered with TALON, one of the most prominent esports organisations in the APAC region. As part of this collaboration, ExitLag will become an official sponsor of TALON Esports, supporting their teams competing in League of Legends (Taiwan), Valorant (South Korea), Dota 2 (Philippines) and ROV (Thailand).

With this partnership, ExitLag reinforces its commitment to supporting top-tier esports teams and players by optimising their connectivity and ensuring a smoother, lag-free competitive experience. Talon Esports has established a formidable reputation as a dominant force in competitive gaming across the APAC region. By sponsoring TALON, ExitLag strengthens its expansion into the Asian gaming market, ensuring that professional and amateur gamers alike have access to superior network performance.

“Esports is built on the foundation of precision, speed, skill, and seamless gameplay. At ExitLag, we are dedicated to providing competitive gamers with the best possible connection to compete at their highest level. Partnering with TALON Esports allows us to further our mission of eliminating connectivity barriers and enhancing the performance and experience of top esports players competing across multiple titles globally,” said Lucas Stolze, CEO of ExitLag.

ExitLag’s proprietary multi-path technology optimises data routing in real-time, reducing lag, packet loss and jitter to deliver the most stable gaming experience possible. Through this partnership, ExitLag will work closely with TALON’s teams across various titles, ensuring that their players can focus entirely on performance without network limitations.

“We’re thrilled to welcome ExitLag as a partner. In professional esports, every millisecond matters. ExitLag’s cutting-edge technology will provide our players a crucial competitive edge, ensuring they can perform at their peak without worrying about connectivity issues,” said Sean Zhang, CEO of TALON Esports.

As ExitLag continues its rapid growth in the Asia-Pacific region, this partnership underscores its dedication to empowering esports athletes with world-class network solutions. Fans can look forward to exciting activations, exclusive content, and engagement opportunities as ExitLag and TALON Esports work together throughout the season.

“As we expand our footprint in Asia, partnering with TALON Esports is a testament to our dedication to providing the best connectivity solutions for competitive gamers in the region. We are excited to work closely with TALON’s teams and help elevate their performance to new heights,” said Josh Wong, Asia Market Lead of ExitLag.

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