The Esports Integrity Commission announced that Stake is now an Official Tier One Anti Corruption Partner, marking a major expansion of the industry collaboration network that monitors betting integrity across global esports.
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Stake, known globally as an entertainment and technology brand, will now work directly with ESIC to support efforts that protect esports competition. ESIC’s Anti Corruption Supporter program brings together operators, data providers and industry partners who contribute intelligence used to detect unusual betting trends.
The program relies on shared data streams, operational cooperation and continuous monitoring across tournaments and events. By joining as a Tier One partner, Stake will help expand the integrity network ESIC uses to track, analyse and respond to risk indicators in real time.
Stake will contribute to ESIC’s monitoring systems by supplying insights from its betting operations. Officials say this will strengthen transparency and accountability across the industry at a time when esports continues to grow both in audience and wagering interest.
The collaboration reinforces a shared commitment to ensuring that competitive gaming remains credible and sustainable on a global scale.
Stephen Hanna, CEO of ESIC, highlighted the importance of the new addition. He said:
“The addition of Stake to ESIC’s Anti-Corruption Supporter network reinforces the sentiment that integrity is a shared responsibility. ESIC’s Anti-Corruption Supporter program relies on the active collaboration of partners like Stake, whose operational insights contribute directly to our ability to identify and mitigate integrity threats. Together, we are building a stronger foundation of trust and accountability that supports the sustainable growth of esports worldwide.”
Jarrod Febbraio, Director of Stake, outlined the company goals. He said:
“This partnership formalizes Stake’s commitment to protecting integrity and transparency across the global esports ecosystem. As the world’s leading online-first betting operator, supporting the industry is central to our strategy and our scale makes this collaboration with ESIC essential to safeguarding its integrity. Together, we’re ensuring the ecosystem remains fair, transparent, and trusted by fans and participants worldwide.”