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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Simon's latest articles


Chiliz Welcomes Animoca Brands to SportFi Ecosystem

Animoca Brands has joined forces with Chiliz, enhancing the SportFi ecosystem by becoming a new validator on the Chiliz Chain This partnership is set to transform fan engagement in sports through innovative blockchain technology Chiliz is at the forefront of the SportFi movement, merging the sports industry with blockchain-based financial..
2 years ago

Bandai Namco Drops the Curtain on Tekken 8’s Latest Playable Character ‘Reina’

The last character to be on the Tekken 8 launch lineup has been revealed by Bandai Namco, and she is none other than the powerful Reina This fighter is quite similar to Heihachi Mishima, the late series nemesis whose chapter ended in Tekken 7 Reina; A Unique Blend of Combat Styles In a groundbreaking collaboration with Taido World Champion..
2 years ago

Foresight Ventures Acquires Majority Stake in The Block at $70 Million Valuation

In a huge deal for $70 million, Singapore-based Foresight Ventures has successfully bought the bulk of the cryptocurrency news and data source, The Block With ambitions to use the investment to launch cutting-edge goods and increase its footprint in important countries like Asia and the Middle East, the purchase marks a new chapter in The..
2 years ago

Amazon Cuts 180 Jobs in Gaming Sector, Reflecting Industry Challenges

Amazon has announced a big cut in its gaming division workforce, affecting 180 jobs This move aligns with a broader trend of layoffs within the gaming industry this year The cuts are primarily in two segments: the Crown Twitch channel, set to be shut down, and the game growth teams Christoph Hartman, VP of Amazon Games, conveyed this decision..
2 years ago

Splinterlands Introduces Land Phase 1.5 in the Secret of Praetoria Expansion

The highly anticipated Secret of Praetoria expansion's formal Land Phase 15 launch is scheduled for Tuesday, November 14th, and the Splinterlands team is getting ready for it After the first phase was released successfully earlier this year, this is a major milestone Players who own land claim tokens can now employ their land plots by staking..
2 years ago

Legacy Game Lands on Gala Games, Paving the Way for Strategic Showdowns

The ability for PC and Mac users to play the business simulation game Legacy on the Gala Games platform and immerse themselves in a strategic gaming experience is an intriguing new development 22cans invented Legacy, which lets people take charge of a newly established company To maintain a thriving virtual economy, they can control manufacturing..
2 years ago

Roblox CEO’s Vision for NFTs in an Open Gaming Ecosystem

In a recent interview with CNBC, Roblox's visionary founder and CEO, David Baszucki, hinted at a potential future where Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) find a home within the expansive metaverse of the gaming giant The discussion revolved around the possibility of Roblox's synthetic currency, Robux, transcending its virtual boundaries and NFTs..
2 years ago

Rockstar Games Announces Trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI

The first trailer for Grand Theft Auto V's highly anticipated sequel is about to be released, according to Rockstar Games, the well-known company of the enormously successful Grand Theft Auto franchise The next entry will continue the success of its predecessor, which in 2018 became the most lucrative entertainment product ever The Rockstar..
2 years ago

Sega Sammy All Set to Acquire GAN for US Expansion

Sega Sammy announced today that it will buy GAN, a leading provider of online gambling solutions, for an astounding $197 per share This is a ground-breaking move This action, which represents a significant 121% premium over GAN's closing price on November 7th, demonstrates Sega Sammy's dedication to growing both its gaming division and its whole..
2 years ago

Lionel Messi Joins Krü Esports as Co-Owner

A fascinating development in the world of sports and esports, international soccer legend Lionel Messi has broadened his horizons by joining the ownership of Krü Esports The news was made on Tuesday, and the gaming world is already talking about it The announcement of Messi's co-ownership was revealed in a video uploaded by Sergio Leonel..
2 years ago

Kick Off the Season with NFL Rivals’ Autumn Rush Program

Fall is here, and for football fans and gamers alike, NFL Rivals' Autumn Rush program has sparked a new level of enthusiasm Two brand-new activities, "The Roaster" and "The Gravy Boat," are joining the popular "Costume Party" and "Trick or Treat" events at the Autumn Rush this year, changing things up Let's explore the offerings of these recent..
2 years ago

Microsoft Collaborates with Inworld AI to Revolutionize Xbox Game Development with AI Toolkit

Microsoft, the IT behemoth, is collaborating in a ground-breaking way with Inworld AI, a firm under its M12 venture arm Their objective to lead the development of an AI toolset specifically designed for Xbox game creators, transforming the way AI-powered solutions are used to generate game storylines Empowering Xbox Game Developers with AI Two..
2 years ago

PMGC League Kicks Off with Thrilling Week One; Three Teams Secure Grand Finals Spots

A exciting Week One marked the start of the 2023 PUBG MOBILE Global Championship (PMGC) League, which included Group Green, the first Group Stage There were intense clashes throughout the competition, and Loops Esports, Alpha 7 Esports, and Stalwart Esports came out on top These top teams are guaranteed spots in the PMGC Grand Finals, which will..
2 years ago

Fnatic Triumphs in Red Bull Home Ground Grand Finals with Thrilling Victory

Fnatic defeated Cloud9 3-2 in a thrilling finish to the Red Bull Home Ground Grand Finals, establishing their supremacy in the professional VALORANT Invitational competition High-stakes action filled the fiercely contested final, as Cloud9 took an early lead but was eventually outclassed by Fnatic's growing skill Cloud9 finished in second place..
2 years ago

Epic Games Turns Back Time with Fortnite’s OG Island Map

Epic Games has reignited the excitement of Fortnite fans by reverting to the classic 2018 island map in their latest Chapter 4 Season OG update This nostalgic journey reintroduces beloved landmarks such as Tilted Towers and Loot Lake, where up to a hundred contenders will clash for victory in a revived battleground that first catapulted the game..
2 years ago

IESF Reveals Imparts for Eighth World Esports Summit

In preparation for its eighth World Esports Summit, which will take place in Busan, South Korea, the International Esports Federation (IESF) is getting ready The summit, which brings together important industry personalities, international brands, government officials, and representatives from IESF's vast network of 140 Member Federations, is a..
2 years ago

Upcoming Blockchain Games to Join Immutable zkEVM Network

Three eagerly awaited blockchain games, Cursed Stone, Sailwars, and GensoKishi Online, are about to launch on the Immutable zkEVM network, which is a big step forward for the blockchain gaming sector Immutable zkEVM is an Ethereum scaling network that uses Polygon's zkEVM technology with an emphasis on games Compared to Ethereum's mainnet, this..
2 years ago

Atari Enhances Retro Game Lineup, Acquires Digital Eclipse

Atari has finalized a deal to acquire Emeryville, California-based Digital Eclipse, a company well-known for its expertise in restoring classic video games This acquisition, potentially worth up to $20 million, forms part of Atari's broader strategy to emphasize retro gaming, following its earlier purchase of Nightdive Studios Digital Eclipse's..
2 years ago

Victor Wembanyama’s Digital Sorare Card Shatters Sale Records

Unique Victor Wembanyama Sorare card was auctioned for a record-breaking $110,19979, outdoing the $673k fetched by a signed physical rookie card of the same player in August This sale, which concluded at 12 pm ET on Thursday, 2nd November, marks a new milestone in the value and recognition of digital sports memorabilia The card, showcasing the..
2 years ago

Axie Infinity Creators Partner with Act Games to Japanese Games to Blockchain

Today, Sky Mavis, known for creating Axie Infinity, a leading monster-battle game using non-fungible tokens (NFTs), announced its latest venture in collaboration with Korean gaming company Act Games This alliance focuses on adapting several prominent Japanese video game brands for Sky Mavis's Ronin blockchain The first game transitioning to the..
2 years ago