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


Bandai Namco Comes Up With Full Details of Tekken World Tour 2024

Bandai Namco enthralled fans with a major news - the introduction of TEKKEN WORLD TOUR 2024 - during an exhilarating crescendo during the 2023 finals There is a lot of excitement building as the tournament prepares to launch on April 13th, the first day of the eighth version of the popular series Say goodbye to Tekken 7 as the highly..
2 years ago

Kia Europe’s Extended Journey with League of Legends EMEA Championship

Kia confirms its commitment to the League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC) as the Main Automotive Partner as the esports industry continues to grow rapidly This three-year extension will take the cooperation into the esports space until 2026, when it will have been working together for six years in a row League of Legends is the most watched..
2 years ago

Binance Research Forecasts Trends for 2024

Binance Research has highlighted key themes that might influence the course of Bitcoin (BTC) and the larger cryptocurrency industry in a thorough research for the year 2024 The upcoming Bitcoin halving event is one of the patterns that is emphasized; in the past, it has been associated with significant market dynamics The analysis does, however,..
2 years ago

Valve Updates Policies on AI Content, Opening Doors for Developers

The firm that created the well-known gaming platform Steam, Valve, has taken a major stand on games that use artificial intelligence (AI) technology The change was brought about by Valve's decision to reevaluate its stance after a game developer had earlier said that Steam would not allow games that included artificial intelligence The most..
2 years ago

Sorare Rivals Hits the Play Store and App Store

Following a protracted beta testing period, the popular NFT fantasy sports platform Sorare has finally introduced Sorare Rivals, a dynamic head-to-head fantasy football game mode, for both the iOS and Android platforms With no card transactions required, football fans now have other ways to participate in exciting fantasy football leagues This..
2 years ago

DATA.BET Boosts Esports Extravaganza with Arena Sponsorship

As the sole sponsor of the ICE Esports Arena, DATABET, a top source of eSports data, will be the center of attention during ICE London 2024 The exhibition, which takes place in London, United Kingdom, on February 6–8, is the result of an innovative partnership between ICE London and DATABET All participants are invited to an immersive..
2 years ago

Vanguard Resist Spot Bitcoin ETF Trading Despite SEC Approval

Major financial firms, including as Vanguard, are avoiding these products even though the US SEC just approved spot Bitcoin ETF trading While some exchanges immediately launched trading for spot Bitcoin ETFs on January 11, Vanguard, the second-largest asset management globally, voiced a hesitation to adopt these financial products Due to a..
2 years ago

ASA Cracks Down on Danish Bingo Operator’s Marketing Tactics

The UK's steadfast defender of advertising ethics, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), has just used its regulatory gavel to chastise Happytiger ApS The investigation stemmed from claims that the gaming operator unlawfully used a person under 25 for marketing purposes One single complaint that echoed the strict..
2 years ago

Crypto Firms Faced $5.8 Billion Fines in 2023, Outdoing Traditional Finance

The banking Times claims that in 2023, the fines imposed on fintech and cryptocurrency companies would be more than those imposed on the whole traditional banking system, based on data painstakingly gathered by software supplier Fenergo The data highlights the industry's battle with security failings, anti-money laundering measures, and failures..
2 years ago

Apple Vision Pro Launch Date Revealed for Mixed-Reality Marvel

Apple has made a significant statement by revealing the date of release for the Apple Vision Pro, the highly awaited mixed-reality headset With only a turn of a dial, this innovative gadget, which is scheduled to launch in the United States on February 2, promises to completely transform consumer spatial computing It allows users to effortlessly..
2 years ago

Nebraska Regulator Rejects Calls for New Racetracks

In a recent development, the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission has issued a comprehensive report addressing the potential expansion of horseracing tracks across the state Contrary to expectations, the regulator asserted that Nebraska "has no need for additional horseracing tracks beyond the ones already licensed" According to the..
2 years ago

Ranking the Most-Followed eSports Players Online

In the fast-paced world of eSports, an athlete's fame is frequently reflected in their social media skills As to a recent survey conducted by Winzio, Kyle Giersdorf, popularly known as Bugha, is the most followed eSports player on Twitch, Instagram, Twitter, and Youtube With an astounding 16 million fans on various platforms, Bugha's impact goes..
2 years ago

Mythical Games Launches Offense-Centric 2nd Part of NFL Rivals’ Cold Snap Program

Mythical Games, the innovators behind the blockchain sports title NFL Rivals, have officially kicked off the second part of their highly-anticipated Cold Snap program Unlike the initial phase, which centered around defensive strategies, Part 2 takes a dynamic turn, putting the spotlight on offense This shift introduces exciting opportunities for..
2 years ago

Riot Games Introduces Ambitious Changes to League of Legends Esports Landscape in 2023

In a bid to elevate the intensity of League of Legends competitions, Riot Games is set to implement significant changes in the 2023 season, reshaping the format for both the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) and the World Championship (Worlds) The goal is to establish a more profound connection between these two pinnacle international..
2 years ago

Sorare Introduces Manager ID Feature for Enhanced User Experience

A game-changing feature has been added to Sorare, the fantasy sports app for fans of MLB, NFL, and the NBA, with the goal of improving user experience An eye-catching symbol, the Manager ID attests to each Manager's abilities, choices, and experience on the platform Revolutionizing the Manager Experience Sorare has redesigned its My Club game,..
2 years ago

Comstock Holdings Gears Up for Legislative Battle in Fairfax County

The increasing attention given to Bitcoin's historical market data is a clear indication of its normalization inside institutional circles Alden contends that Bitcoin exhibits endurance over protracted periods of time, in contrast to conventional market bubbles, highlighting how the cryptocurrency's special qualities diverge from the conventional..
2 years ago

Upcoming 2024 Video Games Release Dates

We have collected a list of video games scheduled for release in 2024, with known release dates This list serves as a valuable guide for gamers to organize their gaming plans for the year Covering a wide range of platforms such as PC, consoles, VR, and mobile devices, the list is subject to updates, as changes in release dates are a common..
2 years ago

Sorare’s NBA Side Introduces Collection Game for Fantasy Sports Fans

The NBA is one of the league's most popular fantasy sports platforms, Sorare, has officially launched the Collection Game This novel feature attempts to incentivize fans to put up Collections with their favorite clubs and players Starting in Game Week 19, managers will be able to take advantage of incentives for putting together strong Collections..
2 years ago

PlayStation Plus Announces New Free Games for January 2024

Evil West A Plague Tale: Requiem Nobody Saves the World Sony has provided the new lineup of PlayStation Plus free games for January 2024, offering a diverse range of gaming experiences Starting from January 2 until February 5, subscribers of all tiers - Essential, Extra, and Premium - can enjoy these titles The lineup kicks off..
2 years ago

Wemade and Whampoa Digital Launch $100 Million Blockchain Gaming Fund

South Korean video game developer Wemade has teamed up with Whampoa Digital, a Singapore-based investment firm, to create the Wemade Web3 Fund With an impressive $100 million, this fund is designed to invest in blockchain gaming ventures, focusing especially on the Middle East The goal is to boost the use of blockchain technology in..
2 years ago