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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  • Gaming
  • Esports

Simon's latest articles


Cristiano Ronaldo Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over Binance Promotion

The plaintiffs in a proposed class-action lawsuit against well-known soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo claim they suffered damages as a result of their sponsorship of the complexly regulated cryptocurrency exchange Binance Ronaldo was accused of actively supporting the sale of unregistered securities in partnership with Binance in a filing made..
2 years ago

Data.bet Named Exclusive Commercial Sponsor for ICE Esports Arena & Esports Betting Conference

Renowned esports player Databet has teamed up with Clarion Gaming to improve the esports experience at the ICE Esports Arena, which is set to take place at ExCeL London from February 6–8, in addition to the Esports Betting Conference, which is set to take place on February 8 at the ICC Capital Suite, ExCeL London Head of Esports at Clarion..
2 years ago

OPAP and OpenBet Elevate Retail Betting Experience in Greece

OpenBet's innovative goods and technology platform have been smoothly incorporated into OPAP's wide retail network, a determined strategic step Approximately 20,000 terminals that utilize OpenBet's extensive array of premium betting technology and trade content are part of this progression, which extends to over 3,000 OPAP outlets..
2 years ago

PAGCOR Achieves Record Score in Governance Recognition

With an exceptional score of 9946% in the yearly Performance Evaluation System (PES) for 2022, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has received a commendation from the Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) During the first year under Alejandro H Tengco's leadership as Chairman and CEO, PAGCOR has achieved one of its greatest..
2 years ago

HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar Bin Sultan Al Saud Assumes Presidency of IESF

At a critical juncture in the International Esports Federation's (IESF) history, HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud has assumed the role of President, in an unprecedented step The election, held during an emergency general meeting in the energetic city of Busan, South Korea, received 71 votes in favor, providing a resounding support..
2 years ago

Latest PS5 Ad Features Japan’s Rock Sensation King Gnu

Sony Interactive Entertainment Japan Asia recently launched a new commercial for the PlayStation 5, collaborating with the popular Japanese rock band King Gnu This advertisement, which showcases King Gnu's latest song "):Asura:(," is a creative blend of music and gaming In this unique commercial, each of the four King Gnu band members..
2 years ago

Planetarium Labs Brings Nine Chronicles to Mobile Gamers

Planetarium Labs, a company specializing in web3 gaming, has recently launched their open-world fantasy game, Nine Chronicles, for mobile devices Now available on Apple's App Store and Google's Play Store, this game invites players to delve into various environments, gather resources, craft items, personalize avatars, interact with others, and..
2 years ago

Catena Media Sells Italian Assets, Streamlining Focus and Boosting Financial Position

Catena Media plc has reached agreements to sell its online sports betting and casino operations with an Italian focus for a total of EUR 198 million, marking a calculated strategic move The transactions denote the company's withdrawal from the Italian market and involve two different purchasers The decision of Catena Media to divest itself of..
2 years ago

Global Valorant Showdown, Red Bull Campus Clutch 2023 Announces Top Contenders

Teams from all over the world faced off in Istanbul, Turkey, for the Red Bull Campus Clutch World Final—the ultimate student VALORANT competition—in an exciting exhibition of skill and strategy Teams were competing for a piece of the €20,000 prize money as well as the coveted title of Red Bull Campus Clutch 2023 Champions, so the stakes were..
2 years ago

Mexico Implements Sweeping Changes to Gaming Laws

The administration of President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has made a momentous decision by approving a groundbreaking decree that modifies the Federal Law of Gaming and Sweepstakes in Mexico The change, which took effect from November 17, specifically eliminates raffles held using slot machines The decree, introduced in September and..
2 years ago

Nakamoto Games Launches Cutting-Edge Multicoin Wallet on Telegram

Nakamoto Games has released its Multicoin Wallet on the popular messaging app Telegram, a ground-breaking move that is poised to completely alter the online gaming and cryptocurrency scene A new age of accessibility for gamers worldwide is ushered in by this, which represents a major advancement for the Play2Earn gaming community The Genesis of..
2 years ago

Animoca Brands and Ubisoft’s Strategic Innovation Lab to Power Web3 Initiatives

Animoca Brands, a leader in digital property rights for games and the open metaverse, has partnered with Ubisoft's Strategic Innovation Lab in a calculated effort to support Web3 efforts Through this partnership, Animoca Brands' premier membership project, Mocaverse, will be used to support Ubisoft's Web3 initiatives Mocaverse is a..
2 years ago

Promod Faces Bankruptcy, Riot Games Ends Partnership

The formal bankruptcy filing of UK-based event organizer and esports business Promod is a major blow to the esports industry The devastating news that the whole crew had been laid off was initially posted on social media by former workers It was also revealed by reports that during the time of the bankruptcy proceedings, Promod Esports owed money..
2 years ago

League of Legends Worlds 2023 Shatters Viewership Records

As attendance records were shattered in the thrilling League of Legends (LoL) Worlds Grand Final, spectators witnessed history being made In particular, the opening game drew almost 59 million viewers, smashing the previous record When T1 and DRX faced off in the Worlds 2022 Grand Final, there were over 400,000 more spectators than here The..
2 years ago

League of Legends World Championship 2024 Grand Finale Set for London’s Iconic O2 Arena

The League of Legends World Championship 2024, the ultimate LoL competition, will take place in Europe in a historic announcement The world-famous O2 Arena in London will host the grand finale This is League of Legends' historic return to the UK following this year's triumphant Mid-Season Invitational A Grand Stage at The O2 Arena The world's..
2 years ago

Bazooka Tango Raises $5 Million for Shardbound’s NFT Game Revival

Bazooka Tango, a game studio established by ex-developers of the fantasy MOBA game Vainglory, recently announced a successful funding round, securing $5 million This funding, led by Bitkraft Ventures, will be instrumental in the revival and completion of the studio's game, Shardbound The round also saw participation from W3 Ventures, Sfermion, and..
2 years ago

Blockchain Gaming Hits New Milestone with 1 Million Daily Wallets

The landscape of crypto gaming is experiencing a significant uptick, as evidenced by recent data from DappRadar This surge in blockchain gaming activity is paralleled by an increasing number of developers grappling with the challenge of bot interference Last month, crypto games achieved a notable milestone by registering one million daily..
2 years ago

Disguised Esports Introduces Ambitious Expansion into Fighting Game Esports

With a strategic expansion planned for 2024, the esports organization Disguised Esports, also known as DSG, has its sights set on the thriving realm of fighting game esports With this big transaction, DSG's already wide portfolio—which includes well-known games like Valorant and League of Legends (LoL)—gains even more depth Despite being..
2 years ago

Guild Esports Introduces New Counter-Strike Roster: Guild Eagles

By announcing the Bad News Eagles, their most recent lineup, Guild Esports has made a big splash in the Counter-Strike esports scene The group, which included Dionis "sinnopsyy" Budeci, Flatron "juanflatroo" Halimi, Sener "SENER1" Mahuti, Rigon "rigoN" Gashi, and Genc "gxx-" Kolgeci, made history in 2022 by being the first team from the..
2 years ago

German Fans Flock to Esports Tournaments

Esports has grown in popularity in Germany, with millions of fans eagerly tuning in for major events like the "League of Legends" world championship A recent survey by game – The German Games Industry Association, in partnership with YouGov, reveals the staggering extent of this phenomenon Approximately 16 million Germans, nearly a quarter of..
2 years ago