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Xsolla Announces Five-Year Partnership with the Global Esports Federation
Xsolla and the Global Esports Federation have announced a landmark five-year strategic partnership to power commerce, payments, wallet, loyalty and distribution across GEF’s global ecosystem. The partnership will support the Global Esports Games, Global Esports Tour, GEFcon and 180+ Member Federations across more than 200 markets, launching at the Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games as GEF marks 100 days to go.
15 hours ago3 min read
One #worldconnected Community. One Purpose. Supporting Venezuela.
In times of crisis, the strength of our #worldconnected community is measured by how we come together. Through GEF Social Impact Initiative, we invite our global community to support the World Food Programme's emergency response, helping provide life-saving assistance to families affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
Jul 61 min read
Global Esports Federation Announces Multi-Year Partnership with Pinion to Advance Global Youth Opportunities
The Global Esports Federation has announced a multi-year partnership with Pinion to expand education, scholarship, internship, and career opportunities for youth across the global esports ecosystem. As a GEF Global Impact Partner, Pinion will support talent discovery and international student recruitment, advancing youth empowerment and opportunity across GEF’s #worldconnected community.
Jun 42 min read
Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games: Building the Next Global Stage
With 200 days to go to the Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games, the Global Esports Federation reflects on the journey from Singapore to Mumbai and now to Los Angeles, as it builds a new global model at the intersection of sport, culture, technology, and media for a truly #worldconnected future.
May 183 min read
Features
Game On, Los Angeles. The World is Already Here
As America celebrates 250 years of independence, Los Angeles prepares to welcome more than 115 nations for the Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games. More than an international esports competition, the Games celebrate connection, creativity and the shared experiences that unite us all.
3 min read
Beyond Competition
As gaming, technology, and digital platforms continue to reshape how people connect, learn, and work, esports has the potential to create both social value and economic opportunity. Thanos Karagrounas explores why responsible growth must go beyond competition, empowering young people through skills, inclusion, innovation, and pathways to participation in the digital economy.
3 min read
Content is the New Stadium
As sport evolves beyond physical venues, content has become the new stadium. The Global Esports Federation explores how content and distribution now define scale, engagement, and value, shaping a future where communities are built not by location, but by connection.
2 min read
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