“Before us, esport content providers operated out of college dorm rooms,” says GAMURS CEO

By James Harkness · 10 August 2017 · Entrepreneur

“Before us, esport content providers operated out of college dorm rooms,” says GAMURS CEO

The Esports Revolution: From Dorm Rooms to Global Phenomenon

Get ready to dive into the explosive world of esports, where a 53% growth forecast is just the beginning. One industry expert reveals the shocking truth about its massive audience and untapped potential.

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Summary

Esports, also known as competitive video gaming, is – in the words of GAMURS co-founder and CEO Riad Chikhani – a “ridiculously big industry… still in its infancy”. Worldwide, there are 191 million esports enthusiasts plus another 194 million occasional viewers… and it’s forecast that by 2020, this combined audience will have risen 53% [1]. […]

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