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


Just Slots Secures €1.125 Million Investment from Yolo Investments

Just Slots, a dynamic gambling software developer, has successfully received a €1125 million ($135 million) investment from Yolo Investments in a strategic move that has the potential to completely change the online gaming industry Yolo Investments, which specializes on seed and A-stage investments in the fintech and gaming industries, is well..
2 years ago

GG.BET and Team Vitality Extend Esports Partnership Through 2024

In a major development for the esports industry, worldwide esports club Team Vitality and global esports betting giant GGBET have extended their collaboration The agreement has been extended until 2024, demonstrating GGBET's continued dedication to helping Team Vitality's Counter-Strike squad The esports bookmaker GGBET originally partnered..
2 years ago

Best Ways to Play Fortnite on Your iPhone

Fortnite's journey back to iPhone users has been a mix of challenges and new developments The game, once widely accessible on various mobile devices including iPhones, experienced a significant shift when Epic Games chose to bypass Apple's policy of claiming a percentage from in-app purchases This decision led to Fortnite's removal from the Apple..
2 years ago

Blizzard Entertainment Welcomes Johanna Faries as President Between Leadership Transition

With the sudden retirement of Mike Ybarra, Blizzard Entertainment has appointed Johanna Faries as its president, ushering in a new era for the company Faries has extensive background in both the gaming and sports industries He was once the general manager of Activision's Call of Duty franchise Faries highlighted the varied qualities of..
2 years ago

GiG’s Shows Strength with QMRA in Germany

The Gaming Innovation Group, or GiG, has opted to comply with the QMRA Compliance Procedures in quick reaction to the recent introduction of QMRA, a project by BetterWorldCasinoscom and Game Lounge The point of emphasis GiG's dedication to ethical and legal iGaming activities is demonstrated via a dedicated website designed specifically for the..
2 years ago

World’s Elite Teams Descend on Manchester for BLAST R6 Major Debut

Even with the optimistic forecasts, there are still apprehensions, especially from independent casino owners who are worried about how online sports betting would affect their businesses However, the task force study highlights the possibility of drawing in new sports wagerers who are drawn to online platforms because of their accessibility and..
2 years ago

Microsoft Gaming Cuts Workforce by 1,900

Microsoft Gaming recently announced a major reduction in its workforce, affecting 1,900 employees This move impacts various roles within Activision Blizzard King, Xbox, and ZeniMax Media This decision represents an 8% cut of Microsoft Gaming's 22,000-strong team In an internal memo, Microsoft Gaming's CEO outlined the decision, acknowledging..
2 years ago

Esports Leadership Group Forges Global Collaboration in the World of Gaming

The Esports Leadership Group (ELG) is a new organization that has arisen as a result of the historic Memorandum of Understanding signed by the presidents of the Global Esports Federation (GEF) and the International Esports Federation (IESF) This cooperative effort aims to bring in a new age of collaboration within the quickly changing esports..
2 years ago

FaZe Clan and Rollbit Come Along for Global Esports Partnership

The well-known gaming group FaZe Clan and Rollbit, a top online casino, have signed an innovative sponsorship agreement The world's leading Counter-Strike squad, FaZe Clan, has designated Rollbit as its global partner through this strategic arrangement In the midst of esports' explosive growth, FaZe Clan has inked a significant sponsorship..
2 years ago

Blizzard and ESL FACEIT Group Forge Partnership for Overwatch Champions Series

Blizzard Entertainment, Inc, the creative minds behind Overwatch 2, and ESL FACEIT Group (EFG), a pioneer in the world of esports and video game entertainment, have announced a multi-year partnership in an incredible partnership Through the Overwatch Champions Series (OWCS), this strategic alliance hopes to revitalize Overwatch 2 esports and usher..
2 years ago

OG Esports Launches into Rocket League with Star-Studded North American Roster

OG Esports, a well-known European esports company, will debut in the 2024 Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) and is expected to cause a stir in the Rocket League scene With a formidable group of players from North America, the club is ready to show off its skills in the forthcoming competitive season OG Esports' Rocket League lineup..
2 years ago

Donald Trump and Congressman Tom Emmer Unite Against Digital Currencies

Congressman Tom Emmer has sided with former President Donald Trump's position on protecting Americans' financial privacy in an effort to present a unified front against the impending threat of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the United States "I agree with President Trump; CBDCs pose a serious threat to Americans' right to financial..
2 years ago

Official Data from GRID to Power E-GO App’s eSports Fantasy Ecosystem

E-GO App, an emerging name in esports entertainment, has partnered with GRID, a leader in in-game data provision This partnership aims to enhance E-GO's fantasy esports offerings by integrating GRID's live data from League of Legends Esports GRID is known for its specialized platform catering to in-game data assets It provides infrastructure..
2 years ago

PUBG Esports 2024 Showcases 4 PGS Events Plus Riyadh Exclusive

The much awaited PUBG Esports Roadmap for 2024 has been unveiled by Krafton, who has also unveiled an exciting schedule of tournaments and events Along with a unique event that takes place in conjunction with the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, the roadmap adds a number of competitions, including as the Nations Cup, the PUBG Global Championship..
2 years ago

Record-Breaking Participation in World Esports Championship 2024 National Qualifiers

The World Esports Federation (IESF) is pleased to announce a historic turnout of 130 registered Member Federations for the National Qualifiers of the World Esports Championship (WEC) 2024 This is a ground-breaking milestone With a total of 609 teams competing for victory across five game titles to represent their respective countries, this is a..
2 years ago

FACEIT Elevates Call of Duty Competitive Scene in 2024 Challenger Season

For the 2024 Challenger Season, the competitive Call of Duty community will gather at FACEIT, a top online multiplayer competitive gaming platform, to participate in Challenger & Elite Qualifiers This collaboration with Activision Blizzard, which helps ambitious players reach the esteemed Call of Duty League, marks a dramatic change in the..
2 years ago

Egypt Targets 2030 for E-pound Launch to Boost Currency Competitiveness

Egypt is planning to adopt a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), also called the e-pound, by 2030 as a calculated effort to bring its national currency into the digital era Presented in the "Document on the Most Important Strategic Directions of the Egyptian Economy for the New Presidential Period (2024–2030)," the bold plan aims to simplify..
2 years ago

Details Out for Chrono Odyssey’s Release Date and Cross-Platform Adventures

Within the world of massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs), there is a great deal of excitement about NPIXEL's 2023 release of Chrono Odyssey Promised as a vast, open-world massively multiplayer online role-playing game, it boasts state-of-the-art visuals and an infinitely explorable setting, all thanks to Unreal Engine 5 With..
2 years ago

Boban Totovski Reappointed as General Secretary by IESF Board

At a recent Board Meeting, Boban Totovski, the General Secretary, was reappointed by the International Esports Federation (IESF) This was a big announcement The board acknowledged Totovski's outstanding accomplishments and efforts over the last three years, which is reflected in this decision The board held talks emphasizing the gains and..
2 years ago

Sri Lanka to Implement Increased Casino License Fees

The Ministry of Finance has announced a considerable rise in licensing costs for both current operators and possible new entrants, causing significant changes in Sri Lanka's casino business The government is making this step as part of its attempts to modernize the casino industry and increase income Current casinos may now anticipate paying a..
2 years ago