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High taxes and policy uncertainty drive Real Money Gaming operators offshore

Skillhub Online Gaming Federation (SOGF) has initiated efforts to promote Rummy—a card game—as a competitive sport.

Real Money Gaming (RMG) was the largest contributor to the gaming sector in India, comprising 83-84% of overall revenue in FY22, according to a report by Grant Thornton Bharat titled Guardians of Safe Play: Ethical Gaming for Vibrant Bharat.

EGF collabs with MIB to launch City Quest

The game launched by Anuraag Saxena, CEO, is designed to celebrate and educate players about Bharat's diverse urban landscape and development.

The game is aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision around urban planning determining the fate of our cities in Amrit Kaal.

‘India still needs to deliver broadband to homes’, says Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang

Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, during a closed door media session spoke extensively about India's growing influence on AI globally.

Huang also pointed out that India has a huge potential to become a very successful gaming market.

IESF, SOGF bet big in India, proposes to establish self-regulatory esports body

The IESF, which includes 146 member countries, including India in collaboration with SOGF will host the International Esports Masters in India, scheduled for March 2025.

Storyboard18 had first reported about the meeting of Boban Totovski, General Secretary of the IESF, and Shankar Aggarwal, President of the SOG Federation with Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports

Gaming destinations inspire 57% of Indian travellers: Skyscanner

Gaming is a huge hit with Gen Z, with nearly two-thirds (62%) saying it's their go-to leisure activity and 57% feeling inspired to book a trip based on a location featured in a video game.

67% of Indian travellers take a video game console away with them on holiday.

EXCLUSIVE: IESF, SOGF meet Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, secures green flag

A source close to the matter said, “Dr. Mandaviya patiently listened to both the IESF and SOGF representatives and gave his approval to support initiatives aimed at expanding esports in India."

Boban Totovski, General Secretary of the IESF, and Shankar Aggarwal, President of the SOG Federation, met with the Minister and submitted a representation letter.

Indian Esports industry to piggyback on Saudi Arabia’s billion dollar gaming investments

The newly assembled team, which had a combined prize pool earnings of approximately INR 2.5 crores ($276,703) in FY23.

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is emerging as a new global player with its Vision 2030 plan, aiming to develop 30 competitive games and establish itself as a global gaming hub by 2030.

American Universities to set up AVGC institutes in Telangana

Ranjan stated that the 1.6 million sq. feet facility called 'Image Tower' is all set to be set up in Hyderabad for AVGC sector by the end 2025.

There are already about 25 institutions in Hyderabad including one state-run university, offering programs in game development, among other such courses.

Pokémon Company seeks media, creative agencies in India as it gears up for major expansion

Susumu Fukunaga, Corporate Officer at The Pokémon Company; Pikachu wearing a saree; Genelia Deshmukh; Pikachu wearing a kurta; Yuki Kawamura, Senior Director, Strategic Partnerships and Special Projects at Niantic

The Pokemon brand is also looking to collaborate with multiple licensing agencies for deeper reach in the country.

‘We will soon have a Human Cybercrime Protection Policy’, says Brijesh Singh, Principal Secretary, Maharashtra Govt

“We must implement proactive measures, including contextual warnings on apps, to safeguard users from falling prey to these threats. Our responsibility is to create a safe and secure online environment for everyone," Singh said further.

Singh suggested that for better law enforcement, the real time flow of information must be available with law enforcement agencies.