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BLAST Set the Bar for Esports in North America — All $102 Million of It

BLAST didn’t just break records in Austin — it wrote the playbook for what esports can do to a city’s economy.

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2026 Esports Industry Awards

The 2026 ESTA Esports Industry Awards shine a spotlight on the organizations and individuals proving that competitive gaming — built with intention and integrity — is one of the most exciting spaces in sports and entertainment.
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From scam detection to AI coaching, two innovators reveal how technology is protecting players—and helping them thrive.
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