Simon Hayes

Simon Hayes

iGaming.org Writer Gaming
Simon is a freelance writer who since a young age has been passionate about nothing but gaming. His favorite games are League of Legends and Counter Strike. Simon holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism and is now working remotely while traveling the world.

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  • Esports

Simon's latest articles


PUBG Champions League 2024 Season Reveals Tournament Dates and Details

The 2024 Professional Champions League (PCL) season promises an exhilarating six-week journey, set to kick off from April 20th until May 11th With a staggering total prize pool of 3 million RMB (€386,11542), anticipation is running high as players gear up for intense competition In the initial phase, 24 PCL clubs will be evenly distributed..
2 years ago

What is The Future of Esports Careers? Insights from a Cutting-Edge Education Report

The well-known provider of gaming technology and esports solutions, ex corp, has released an extensive study exploring the fields of education and esports professions Under the heading "Esports Degrees Playing Field: What Prospective Students Want, Esports Sector Needs, and Academia Can('t) Provide," this 16-page report examines the complex..
2 years ago

Activision Takes Down 27,000 COD Cheaters in Record Time

Activision's anti-cheat squad, Team RICOCHET, has announced the banning of 27,000 accounts across Warzone and Modern Warfare 3 in just 48 hours This move follows recent upgrades to detection systems, incorporating AI and machine learning solutions It's the first of many planned ban waves aimed at curbing the rising number of malicious players in..
2 years ago

Bybit and Oracle Red Bull Racing Join Forces for Livestream Event

Bybit, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has forged an innovative partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing, signaling an exciting new chapter in both the crypto and Formula One realms Mark your calendars for April 9 at 2PM UTC as this groundbreaking collaboration unfolds through an exclusive livestream event Delving into the realms of Web3..
2 years ago

Esports World Cup 2024 To Welcome Street Fighter 6 Tournament

The Esports World Cup is expected to be one of the year's most significant competitive gaming spectacles, and excitement for it is only growing The lineup for this year's event has grown significantly, with more titles being added The announcement by the organizers that the highly anticipated Street Fighter 6 competition will be part of the..
2 years ago

Blizzard’s Warcraft Lead Addresses Generative AI Absence in ‘World of Warcraft’

Blizzard Entertainment, a prominent player in the gaming industry, is leveraging generative AI for character and environment design in various titles, with one notable exception: World of Warcraft Recent reports from The New York Times unveiled Blizzard Entertainment's internal deployment of a proprietary AI tool for design purposes, alongside..
2 years ago

Breaking Down the CS2 Major: Analytics from Esports Charts and GG.BET

Esports Charts, in partnership with GGBET, has released comprehensive analytics on the inaugural CS2 Major, offering an in-depth look at the event that caught the attention of gamers and bettors alike This collaboration has unveiled fascinating statistics that highlight player and team performances, as well as betting trends and outcomes..
2 years ago

PGL’s Venture into Counter-Strike with a Full 2025-2026 Roster

Following their victory at the PGL Major Copenhagen 2024, PGL is now aiming to dedicate themselves full-time to the Counter-Strike professional scene The well-known event planner has revealed intentions to hold an amazing schedule of eleven tier-one competitions in 2025 and 2026 This action represents a substantial departure from PGL's prior..
2 years ago

Mythical Games Launches NFL Rivals Combine Program Phase 3: Vertical Jump

Mythical Games, the creative minds behind the popular arcade mobile game NFL Rivals, kickstarted the third phase of the 2024 Combine program, themed "Vertical Jump," following the conclusion of Phase 2: 40-Yard Dash The announcement, made on March 28th, ushered in a new wave of excitement among gaming enthusiasts and NFL fans alike Set to run..
2 years ago

Tamatem Games Moves Headquarters to Abu Dhabi

In a strategic move to bolster the burgeoning gaming landscape, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) has announced its support for Tamatem Games, a leading Arabic mobile games publisher, in relocating its headquarters to Abu Dhabi This step is poised to propel Tamatem Games into its next phase of growth while fortifying the Emirate’s gaming..
2 years ago

Hisense Ventures into Esports with King Pro League Sponsorship

With the announcement of a sponsorship agreement with China's top Honor of Kings tournament, the King Pro League (KPL), the multinational Chinese company Hisense Group Holdings (Hisense) created a stir in the esports world With this collaboration, Shanghai Volkswagen, PUMA, and other prestigious companies are positioned alongside Hisense as..
2 years ago

Liquidnitro Games Raises $5M with Nexus Ventures at Helm

Liquidnitro Games, which offers a range of services to game producers, has secured $525 million in a seed fundraising round led by Nexus Venture Partners, and is starting a path towards transformation With a strategic infusion of capital, Liquidnitro Games is poised to expand its horizons and bolster its capabilities across various domains,..
2 years ago

Cybercriminals Steal Bitcoin from Call of Duty Players

In an unsettling twist for gamers, a group of cybercriminals has launched a malware attack specifically aimed at players who use cheats in the popular video game Call of Duty The attack has resulted in the theft of bitcoin from some gamers, with the total number of affected players rising into the hundreds of thousands This information comes from..
2 years ago

Apeiron’s Nova Tournament Presents $30,000 PVP Extravaganza

The creative force behind the cutting-edge god game Apeiron, Singapore-based Foonie Magus, has revealed an intriguing new partnership with Los Angeles-based United Esports and Hong Kong-based Talon esports platform Through this agreement, leading players from the web2 and web3 gaming communities will be able to experience the Apeiron Nova..
2 years ago

Earn MEOW Points in Nyan Heroes Demo on Epic Games Store

The Epic Games Store recently unveiled the early access demo of Nyan Heroes, a cat-themed hero shooter that incorporates blockchain technology through Solana This game combines the engaging gameplay mechanics of popular shooters like Overwatch and Titanfall with a unique twist: players control mech suits piloted by cats and have the opportunity to..
2 years ago

Secure Your Spot at EVO Japan 2024 as Registration Extended

The fighting game scene is buzzing with activity this year, with major circuits hosting tournaments year-round However, among these, the EVO events remain the pinnacle, overshadowing even renowned circuits like the Capcom Cup As anticipation builds for EVO Japan 2024, it's poised to elevate the series' status as a highlight of the year, following..
2 years ago

Details Announced for First Tekken World Tour 2024

Within the ever-evolving fighting game genre, many of games compete for top rank, but only a handful become industry titans that command large circuits of competition The Tekken World Tour 2024 marks the start of a new era in the franchise by providing fans with a full tournament experience for the most recent entry The much awaited Tekken..
2 years ago

GRID and Ubisoft Introduces Revolutionary Rainbow Six Siege Data Portal

GRID and Ubisoft have made history in the R6 esports space with the launch of the Rainbow Six Siege Data Portal (R6DP), a game-changing development in data accessibility for competitive gaming As the only product of its type designed just for Rainbow Six Siege, the R6DP is an extensive database of information that is essential for traversing the..
2 years ago

9 Lives Interactive Raises $3 Million for Blockchain Shooter Game Nyan Heroes

Singapore's 9 Lives Interactive recently wrapped up a $3 million funding round to launch Nyan Heroes, a new hero shooter game featuring blockchain-based assets This game, set on the Solana blockchain, will soon make its debut to the public Mechanism Capital led this round of investment, with additional support from entities like Sfermion,..
2 years ago

Carbonated Inc Bags $11M for Innovative MadWorld Game

Carbonated Inc recently secured a significant $11 million in funding, with Com2uS leading the Series A round to advance the development of their innovative title, MadWorld This game represents a new direction in gaming, combining the thrill of shooter gameplay with the cutting-edge technology of Web3 on a post-apocalyptic Earth The funding..
2 years ago