Partnership Announcement
Two prominent esports data companies, Bayes Esports and GRID Esports, have joined forces to support the Esports World Cup, a major multi-title esports event taking place in Saudi Arabia throughout July and August.
Official Data Solutions
In a recent announcement, both companies revealed their roles as providers of official data solutions for the Esports World Cup. This collaboration aims to enhance match integrity and boost community engagement on a global scale. The partnership follows Bayes Esports’ recent agreement with the Esports World Cup in June, marking a significant step for both companies, which already serve numerous entities within the esports industry, including publishers, tournament organizers, and bookmakers.
Recent Collaborations
Bayes Esports recently formed a partnership with US fantasy sports provider PrizePicks. GRID, on the other hand, collaborated with Ubisoft to launch the Rainbow Six Siege Esports Data Portal earlier this year. The joint press release emphasized the combined strengths of Bayes Esports and GRID in ensuring the reliability, integrity, and innovation of the Esports World Cup.
Official Statements
Charles Hanley-Nickolls, Chief Procurement Officer of GRID, expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration:
“The Esports World Cup is unmatched in its ambition and scale in our industry, and their vision for the future is equally impressive. It’s a great pleasure to collaborate with Bayes Esports on this project to help provide integrity services and deliver community access to official data from the event. Bayes Esports and GRID both bring unique strengths to the table, and this combined offering will be a first in the industry; we’re excited about the potential of this partnership.”
Amir Mirzaee, Co-CEO and Managing Director of Bayes Esports, added:
“Partnering with GRID for the Esports World Cup marks a pivotal moment in our industry, bringing together the two leading data providers. We want to unite our strengths and tackle integrity and grey market issues. Jointly, the companies can expand on the individual successes of the companies and build an overwhelmingly powerful service portfolio. We are committed to delivering unparalleled data experiences built on fair and transparent practices. In doing so, we will fortify the esports industry as a whole.”
Event Details
The Esports World Cup is set to feature 21 games with a total prize pool of $60 million, the largest in esports history. The event has attracted a range of commercial partners, including Pepsi, TikTok, Adidas, LG UltraGear, and DAZN.
Funding and Criticism
The Saudi Arabian government is funding the Esports World Cup, as part of its significant investment in esports. However, this funding has been met with criticism from segments of the esports community, citing the country’s human rights record.
FAQ
Q: What is the Esports World Cup?
A: The Esports World Cup is a multi-title esports event featuring 21 games and a total prize pool of $60 million, making it the largest in esports history.
Q: Who are the official data partners for the Esports World Cup?
A: Bayes Esports and GRID Esports are the official data partners for the Esports World Cup.
Q: What roles will Bayes Esports and GRID Esports play in the event?
A: Both companies will provide official data solutions to enhance match integrity and community engagement. They will also collaborate on ensuring the event’s reliability and innovation.
Q: What recent partnerships have Bayes Esports and GRID Esports formed?
A: Bayes Esports partnered with US fantasy sports provider PrizePicks, while GRID collaborated with Ubisoft to launch the Rainbow Six Siege Esports Data Portal.
Q: Why has the Saudi Arabian government’s funding for the Esports World Cup been criticized?
A: The funding has been criticized due to concerns about Saudi Arabia’s human rights record.
