The online gaming landscape is constantly evolving, with the development of cutting-edge technologies opening up new possibilities for gamers, which could potentially increase cybersecurity risks.
To protect online gaming, it's important to understand how Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning models can help strengthen cyber security.
Revolutionizing Anti-Fraud Measures
Fake and duplicate accounts are ... Read More
12
Sep2023
12
Sep2023
On Thursday, Nazara Technologies announced that SBI Mutual Fund will be investing Rs 410 crore through the issue of equity shares. The funds will be invested through SBI Mutual Fund's Multicap Fund Scheme, the Magnum Global Fund Scheme and the Technology Opportunities Fund Scheme.
The company announced that it's offering 57,42,296 ... Read More
05
Sep2023
As you can imagine, in today’s world, technology is changing in many ways to connect with more people all over the world. ChatGPT is one of the new players that is going to change the face of online gaming. ChatGPT is an AI language model created by OpenAI. It has ... Read More
04
Sep2023
Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha brokerage firm, is now looking to invest in Nazara Technologies, one of the largest gaming and sports media companies in India, according to a CNBC report. Kamath is reportedly looking to buy a 3.5% stake in Nazara Technologies.
Nodwin Gaming is a leading esports organisation in ... Read More
31
Aug2023
The Supreme Court of India has recently directed the High Court of Andhra Pradesh to re-examine the eligibility of Online Rummy as a game of skill or game of chance after the report of the committee mandated by the High Court was submitted.
In the absence of any information about Online ... Read More
29
Aug2023
Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge has asserted that the implementation of a 28% GST on online gaming will result in a decrease in talent and capital inflows if the government does not engage in a dialogue with gaming companies to resolve the issues facing the sector.
“I have written to the ... Read More
28
Aug2023
The Indian gaming industry, which is made up of more than 900 small and mid-sized gaming companies, could experience a shake-up soon if the government continues with its anti-business policies and heavy taxation, Roland Landers, CEO, AIGF said.
The industry apex body claims that there are currently more than 900 gaming ... Read More
23
Aug2023
In the past few years, the gaming industry has gone through a massive transformation that has forever altered the way we enjoy digital entertainment. One of the key players in this transformation is Virtual Reality, a technology that has revolutionized the global gaming industry. And nowhere is the impact of ... Read More
22
Aug2023
The gaming industry is seeing some amazing tech changes that are changing the way players play in virtual worlds. Cloud gaming, VR/AR, ray tracing, cross-platform games, and the esports scene are all changing the gaming experience. Plus, mobile gaming is taking off, especially for online slot fans. Let’s look at ... Read More
22
Aug2023
On 21 August 2023, the Madras High Court resumed the hearing in the matter of the challenge against the online gaming ban. The senior counsel of AIGF, Aryama Sundaram, made rejoinder submissions. He argued that the concerns of the state government regarding regulating the time and place of operation of ... Read More
21
Aug2023
The GST Council recently decided to levy a 28% tax on the total face value of online gaming transactions. This has caused a lot of worries among industry stakeholders, who are worried about how it could affect the industry's growth, investments, and jobs.
India’s online gaming industry has seen tremendous growth ... Read More
17
Aug2023
Nazara Technologies Limited, a multi-faceted gaming and sports media platform, has invested approximately ₹4.15 crore through its wholly-owned Singapore subsidiary, Nazara Private Limited, in Snax Games Limited, an Israeli-based game developer, the company announced through an exchange filing.
In addition, Nazara Technologies has signed a publishing deal with Snax Games, granting ... Read More
08
Aug2023
Two years ago, the biggest thing in gaming was next-gen consoles. Now that they're all gone, it's all about online gaming. The competition to be the king of virtual gaming is heating up.
Companies that once dominated the market are losing out to new startups. Things that were once thought to ... Read More
08
Aug2023
The recent proposal to impose a 28% GST on online pay-to-play games will not affect the taxation of esports titles such as FIFA, League of Legends or major titles on platforms such as PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo.
The increased tax will only be applied to pay-to-play games where you can monetary ... Read More
08
Aug2023
The Web 3.0 revolution is shaking up the gaming world with a lot of advantages for game developers and gamers. Web 3.0 is the next step in the internet, and it's all based on blockchain technology, which means decentralised apps (dApps). Blockchain technology has lots of benefits, like being secure, ... Read More
08
Aug2023
New GST Rule:
The new GST rule could cost companies and gamers more money, and make online games less appealing to players. But the gaming industry may adjust to the new rules and keep growing.
What is New GST Rule?
The online gaming tax has just gone up to 28% from 18%. This ... Read More
03
Aug2023
The clarification made by the GST Council on Wednesday that a 28% tax would not be imposed on all subsequent competitions, but on the initial amount deposited by gamers on an online platform to engage in gaming activities, may provide some relief to bigger gaming companies.
Smaller startups and firms, however, ... Read More
03
Aug2023
All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) said on Wednesday that small companies involved in online pay-to-play gaming will be unable to survive under the high GST rate of 28%.
Nirmala Sitharaman, the finance minister, said that a 28% Goods and Services Tax (GST) will be applied to all online games from October ... Read More
01
Aug2023
At its next meeting, the Good and Services Tax Council is expected to set out the details of the proposed tax on online gaming, as well as define what constitutes an online gaming activity.
“What exactly would constitute online gaming for the purpose of tax is likely to be clarified by ... Read More
01
Aug2023
The Centre has made a significant decision to transfer online content providers, such as online gaming services and online advertising, to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B), as part of the Government’s efforts to better regulate and manage the ever-changing digital environment.
The gazette notification, issued by President Draupadi Murmu ... Read More
28
Jul2023
The sports department of Madhya Pradesh's government has extended the registration date for the E-sports Jr Championship due to an overwhelming demand for admission into India's first online gaming academy. The previous deadline of July 27 has been pushed back to August 1 to accommodate the 40,000 registrations received for ... Read More
18
Jul2023
The online gaming industry in India, which was hit hard by the 28% Goods and Services Tax (GST) proposed last week by the GST Council, may have a ray of hope. The Minister of State for Electronics & Information Technology (Meity) Rajeev Chandrasekhar said that he will "request the GST ... Read More
17
Jul2023
Indian online gaming companies and associations have appealed to the government to reconsider its recent GST decision on face value. The companies claimed that the decision has put the industry in a state of “significant distress” and that it could have “devastating implications” for them, including the closure of their ... Read More
06
Jul2023
Redseer's latest report has revealed that revenue generated by Indian fantasy sports platforms during the 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) increased by 24% compared to the same period of the previous year. The total gross gaming revenue generated in IPL 2023 was Rs 2,800 Crore as compared ... Read More
06
Jul2023
The initial six months of 2023 have been a thrilling ride, marked by the rapid integration of generative AI, AI chatbots, and digital advancements. These developments are driving improved operational efficiencies, robust strategies, and a heightened focus on fostering strong connections with stakeholders and consumers. Aligning with the present market ... Read More
03
Jul2023
HiScore is one of the most widely used Indian online gaming platforms, offering a wide variety of games, including Poker, Rummy, and Fantasy Sports. While it is already renowned for its Poker and Rummy offerings, HiScore is rapidly gaining traction in the Fantasy Sports segment. With a vast selection of ... Read More
03
Jul2023
Zupee, an online gaming platform, has appointed comedian Kapil Sharma as its brand ambassador, as the company seeks to broaden its reach in the gaming sector. Previously, Zupee had entered into a celebrity partnership with actor Salman Khan.
The online gaming platform has also launched its campaign “India ka Apna Game”, ... Read More
23
Jun2023
Gaming-focused venture capital firm Lumikai launches a $50M gaming, interactive media fund for gaming companies which includes Krafton (BGMI developer), Nazara Tech, Take-Two Interactive, Jon Vlasopulos (CEO of Napster) and Supercell.
According to Invest India, a national investment promotion agency, India's pay-to-earn industry has raised a whopping $2.8 trillion from both ... Read More
22
Jun2023
Mobile gaming has evolved along with the mobile device. From the days of ‘Snake’ on Nokia phones, to next-gen smartphones with high-end graphics and an immersive gaming experience that rivals even the best console games, mobile gaming has gone through a lot of changes. The mobile gaming segment thrived during ... Read More
22
Jun2023
India's gig economy has been hit hard by the economic slowdown and cost cuts, especially in the e-commerce sector. But with the rise of online gaming, new opportunities have opened up for these affected professionals. WinZO, India's top vernacular gaming platform, is responsible for creating over 1 lakh jobs in ... Read More
22
Jun2023
Online gaming has grown exponentially in recent years. With the advent of new technologies and the increasing accessibility of gaming, the importance of online gaming in entertainment and culture cannot be overstated. This article seeks to provide an overview of the various online gaming platforms available, ranging from consoles and ... Read More
30
May2023
With the Indian Premier League (IPL) season ending, India's fastest-growing online fantasy gaming platform, PlayerzPot, announced a unique campaign called #TalentKiValue along with its brand ambassador Rashmika Mandanna, to capture the hearts and minds of fantasy gamers across India.
Drawing on the strong bond between the star and her fans through ... Read More
29
May2023
The Indian Ministry of Electronics and IT has introduced new rules to safeguard online gamers from dangerous content through a self-regulation model, overseen by SROs.
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued new guidelines to protect online gamers from dangerous content. For the internet pay-to-earn sector, a self-regulation ... Read More
29
May2023
The government will establish three self-regulatory organisations (SROs) to licence games that correspond to the country's operating requirements, according to Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology.
The Indian government enacted regulations to regulate the online pay-to-earn industry, prohibiting pay-to-win games involving actual money. Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Minister of ... Read More
29
May2023
Poker is one of the most popular skill-based sports in India. It has been gaining popularity in the country since the beginning of the 21st century. Nowadays, it has become a serious profession. Players can use their brain power to ace their way to the top. Poker is becoming more ... Read More
29
May2023
Gaming has been a fast-growing industry for decades, and with the advancement of technology, it’s only going to keep growing. One of the key demographics that’s driving the industry’s growth is Gen Z, which stands for digital natives. Gen Z are changing the game industry in many ways, so let’s ... Read More
26
May2023
Online fantasy sports have been gaining popularity in recent times with millions of players participating in various online fantasy sports games and tournaments in India. Now with the advent of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), new companies are entering the market to improve their players’ gaming experience.
NFTS is a type of digital ... Read More
26
May2023
India's top legal expert, Dr Kislay Panday, has approved the new IT regulations for online gaming. He says they'll help the industry grow and create a more structured online gaming business through self-regulated organizations. He also says the new rules will encourage fair play and make the gaming experience better, ... Read More
24
May2023
About the PlayerzPot and the idea behind its inception
It all began in 2015, in a small garage in the city of Airoli, Navi Mumbai, with a simple mission and vision: to become a one-stop gaming platform for India’s online gaming community. Considering our nation’s obsession with cricket and our love ... Read More
23
May2023
The gaming and esports sector has been booming for a while now, and it's not going to slow down anytime soon. Thanks to new tech and how we're consuming media, it's only going to get bigger and better over the next few years. India's gaming market is estimated to be ... Read More
23
May2023
Joydeep Mukherjee has been appointed as the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Deltatech Gaming Limited (DGL). The objective of this appointment is to enhance the brand narrative of Adda52 poker and Adda games. Joydeep Mukherjee will lead DGL's marketing strategy and activities. He will also be responsible for building a ... Read More
23
May2023
Online gaming platforms are not allowed to deduct tax at source on withdrawals made by players, as long as the withdrawal amounts are less than Rs.100 per month and meet certain criteria, according to the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) said in a set of guidelines issued on Monday.
According ... Read More
23
May2023
PokerStars India, a country-specific subsidiary of the world-renowned poker giant, achieved a milestone of five years of operation in April. During this time, the company has successfully built a loyal fan base among tournament and cash-game players through a variety of attractive promotional initiatives.
PokerStars India offers ₹2.5 crores worth of ... Read More
22
May2023
India's gaming scene is catching the world by storm, and this digital revolution is unstoppable.
First and foremost, India's esports industry is exploding, with revenues predicted to reach $40 million in 2022 and $140 million by 2027. That's a staggering 32% CAGR, women gamers outnumber males by 11.2 hours per ... Read More
17
May2023
According to a recent report, the Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the world's largest sporting events, and its economy is predicted to rise significantly this year.
As per the “IPL analysis, 2023” analysis from consultancy firm Redseer, gross gaming revenue from fantasy sports during the IPL is also predicted ... Read More
17
May2023
MPL has officially unveiled its mobile application in Nigeria, its first entry into the continent of Africa. This expansion brings the total number of MPL locations to four continents: Asia, North America, Europe, and Africa.
The MPL application provides a platform for gamers, both in Nigeria and abroad, to monetise their ... Read More
17
May2023
Nazara Technologies, a diversified gaming and esports company, has joined the AIGF (All India Gaming Federation) as a principal member in the skill gaming industry, showing the growing ambition of the company in the fast-growing pay-to-play space.
Nitish Mittersain, founder of Nazara Technologies, will join the executive committee of AIGF, while ... Read More
15
May2023
Vivson Games Pvt. Ltd., a leading online gaming company, was felicitated as the “Top Emerging Brand of Online Gaming” at the prestigious Global Excellence Awards 2023. The award recognizes the company’s efforts and contributions in the field of online gaming as well as its commitment to excellence and innovation. The ... Read More
15
May2023
The Karnataka High Court, on May 11 held that a game of skill, whether played with stakes or not, was not gambling.
The main question or issue that arose for consideration in a batch of petitions was whether offline or online games like Rummy, which were primarily, predominantly, or substantially based ... Read More
15
May2023
Societe Generale (SocGen), a France-based investment company, has acquired 5.9 lakh shares in online skill gaming and tech firm Nazara Tech for Rs 33.83 crore, which roughly amounts to a 0.9% stake in the company.
The acquisition was done through bulk deals on Friday along with a few other firms on ... Read More
12
May2023
According to the latest report by MoEngage, in collaboration with AppsFlyer and AppsTweak, mobile gaming in India is expected to reach $8.6 billion by the end of 2027, owing to increased smartphone penetration, the availability of smartphones at a reasonable price, and the availability of more affordable data plans.
The paper, ... Read More
12
May2023
Web 3.0 is predicted to increase the number of Indian gamers. The gaming industry has been transformed by Web 3.0 technologies. As society increasingly goes online, the gaming industry is growing. Because of the introduction of Web 3.0, the gaming industry is undergoing major change. With the arrival of decentralisation ... Read More
11
May2023
A gaming technology company, Witzeal Technologies, has achieved a milestone of 35 million registered users in the online gaming sector. This achievement is largely attributed to the brands' consistent commitment to offering new games and features to their audience every quarter. In the most recent fiscal year, the company launched ... Read More
11
May2023
The Poker Sports League (PSL) in India is back with its fifth edition and it looks like it's going to be bigger and better than the last few seasons. To make things even more exciting, the league announced that Pocket52 will be the title sponsor of the league.
The announcement was ... Read More
10
May2023
Zupee is a mobile online gaming platform that offers a variety of skill-based games that can be played and won. Players can participate in different games like Ludo, Snakes & Ladders, and Cricket Trump Cards, and win monetary prizes. Zupee also offers various rewards and bonuses to its users, such ... Read More
10
May2023
After a long journey at India's most prestigious poker series on PokerBaazi, the National Poker Series, India (2023), the winners of 107 tournaments were crowned by India's proud queen of boxing, Mary Kom, along with the CEO of AIGF Roland Landers at the debutante 'Night of Glory', held at Novotel ... Read More
09
May2023
In the past couple of years, there has been a huge surge in the popularity of fantasy games and esports as well as pay-to-play gaming in India. In fact, according to a recent industry report, India’s gaming population is expected to grow from 420 million players in 2022 to 500 ... Read More
09
May2023
Poker has always been seen as a game for the rich in India. It used to be played by the king and prince of the country. Nowadays, gaming has changed a lot. Indian players have switched to video and 'online' poker games. They follow the same rules and strategies, but ... Read More
08
May2023
Reportedly, AI-powered vocal intelligence is revolutionizing gameplay
Artificial Intelligence is a new-age technology that has not only revamped the country’s major industry but also aided the sectors, which were in their infancy, to become prevalent, and gaming is no exception. With the development of technology, India’s emerging gaming sector has seen ... Read More
08
May2023
This shift in consumer behaviour comes when India’s infrastructure and payment systems are improving, making high-speed data and low-cost payments available to most users.
At least 67 per cent of gamers are willing to pay for gaming subscriptions, indicating a growing willingness among Indians to pay for high-quality gaming experiences, according ... Read More
08
May2023
On Thursday, the gaming industry expressed its support for the new online gaming regulations. According to them, these regulations will encourage innovation, increase investor confidence, and eliminate gambling platforms. Additionally, these regulations are expected to promote a more stable business environment and reduce regulatory fragmentation at the state level. The ... Read More
02
May2023
As the world shifts to digital, esports gaming is becoming more and more popular. With competitive video gaming becoming more popular, India has the opportunity to become a major player in esports gaming and engagement. But it won't be easy - it'll take everyone working together, from gamers to game ... Read More
02
May2023
The Indian government has notified the amendments to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code), Rules, 2021 in order to provide, inter alia, a comprehensive regulatory framework for "Gaming Rules" for the online gaming industry. While the majority of the provisions of the final framework are in ... Read More
28
Apr2023
In a landmark judgment on NFT and Web 3, Hon'ble Justice Amit Bansal of the Delhi High Court dismissed a plea by Rario against Web 3 fantasy platform Striker and digital gaming platform Mobile Premier League (MPL), to prevent Striker from using public information available on cricket players.
The Delhi High ... Read More
28
Apr2023
In a change of stance, the Centre has decided to pitch for differential taxation of online gaming, with “games of chance” to suffer a higher incidence of goods and service tax (GST) compared with “games of skill”.
According to an official source, all online games should not be considered games of ... Read More
28
Apr2023
As expected, the All India Gaming Federation, along with several gaming operators, namely, Gameskraft, Games24x7, and Head Digital Works, filed writ petitions challenging the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling & Regulation of Online Games Bill 2022 in the Madras High Court on April 26, just five days after the ... Read More
27
Apr2023
Before we jump into how artificial intelligence will impact online gaming, let’s first understand AI and how it works. AI includes creating machines or software that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, for example, decision-making, learning, and problem-solving. In online gaming, AI can be utilized to simulate the ... Read More
27
Apr2023
All India Gaming Federation (AIGF), a skill gaming industry body along with pay-to-play gaming firms Gameskraft, Games24x7, and Head Digital Works moved to the Madras High Court, challenging the constitutionality of the Tamil Nadu government's online gambling law that became effective on April 21, Moneycontrol has learnt.
AIGF in a writ ... Read More
25
Apr2023
While discussing at Consilience 2023, a conference for online gaming organizations held on April 24, Indian gaming organizations strongly condemned the 30% commission charged by the Google Play Store for in-application purchases.
Who said what:
It deprives Indian developers of revenue to invest in game development: While a 30% commission ... Read More
25
Apr2023
“A 12-year-old me playing Counter-Strike with his elder brother didn’t know he’d be playing the same game in 2023 on a TV show with thousands of eyes on him and winning a part of the Rs 50 lakh pot—that’s the beauty of the rise of esports in India,” said 24-year-old ... Read More
20
Apr2023
The All India Game Developers' Forum (AIGDF), representing Indian online game developers, will host an inaugural gaming conference, Consilience 2023, in collaboration with the Law and Technology Society at the National Law School of India University in Bangalore. The conference is set to happen on April 21st at the Bangalore ... Read More
20
Apr2023
Online gaming has arisen as a most desired calling in India lately, particularly during the pandemic and giving abundant opportunities to proficient gamers.
In India, this quickly developing gaming industry is anticipated to create thousands of jobs for gamers, content creators, streamers, and tournament organisers.
Therefore, the number of individuals turning towards ... Read More
18
Apr2023
Poker’s popularity in India has gone far beyond expectations. Because of its mind-sporting nature, Poker has secured its place in the online gaming ecosystem in India. To know more about Poker let’s have a look at the exclusive interview of Varun Ganjoo, Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer, of Baazi Games.
In ... Read More
14
Apr2023
Online gaming is enjoyed by millions of adults from all walks of life and nationalities, and there are unquestionably a lot of options available. To say the gaming industry is doing well would be the ultimate understatement. By 2028, video games are projected to become a $400+ billion market.
There’s ... Read More
13
Apr2023
When people hear the word "automation," they might picture an assembly line with various pieces of machinery carrying out distinct operations. This is the broad definition of automation, but it also holds for software.
Nowadays, computers and machines carry out the laborious and time-consuming tasks that humans frequently fail to complete. ... Read More
13
Apr2023
As a sector of organized, competitive video gaming, esports in India is gaining traction. Esports in India has emerged as the latest frontier for gamers and players alike to demonstrate their worth in organized tournaments on global platforms due to the country's large youth population and rapid adoption of mainstream ... Read More
13
Apr2023
The truth is that AI gives virtual games new life and makes a computer or video game harder to play. To put it more succinctly, AI environments are currently incorporating both augmented and virtual reality to strengthen and optimize the future of gaming.
In the industry, there are numerous opportunities for ... Read More
13
Apr2023
Around half of the world's three billion gamers are located in Asia-Pacific. With 270 million gamers, the video game market in Southeast Asia alone is worth $5 billion. There is still a lot of room for expansion given the region's young population, improved internet infrastructure, rising technological literacy, and affordable ... Read More
13
Apr2023
In addition to supporting various industries, artificial intelligence is now establishing itself as a foundation in esports.
The esports industry has made significant progress in recent years, but the road has only sometimes been smooth. Some of the market's growth has been slowed by a lack of tournament infrastructure and organizations. ... Read More
13
Apr2023
With the commencement of the 16th season of IPL, the excitement of cricket fans was already high. To make it a more entertaining and exciting fantasy gaming platform PlayerzPot raised the bar of entertainment in the online gaming industry.
The fantasy gaming platform is raising the bar of entertainment and excitement ... Read More
13
Apr2023
When Tamil Nadu State Governor RN Ravi sanction the online gaming ban bill, the gaming industry body, All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) reported that they will challenge the legitimacy of the law.
AIGF CEO, Roland Landers, proceeded to say that skill games like online rummy ban random number generation to make ... Read More
11
Apr2023
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on April 6, informed the amendments to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, for online gaming.
Recently, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that gamers will pay a 30% tax on their yearly rewards. This comes after challenges ... Read More
11
Apr2023
A young India, with more than half of the 1.4 billion people below the age of 40, is asking for growth and change. The government is piloting the economy through three key pillars—digital technology, infrastructure, and sustainability.
It is through this lens that the recent rules by the Ministry of Electronics ... Read More
06
Apr2023
Redseer Consulting has assessed that in this IPL season, the Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) from fantasy sports could go up to Rs 2,900 - 3,100 crore with a growth rate of 30-35% from 2022.
The number of transacting users in this IPL season is supposed to be around 68 million, a ... Read More
05
Apr2023
A recent interview with Mr Ankur Singh, Founder and CEO of Witzeal Technologies a gaming company that is disturbing the online pay-to-play gaming industry in India.
Below are the insights.
How has the journey been from being bootstrapped to being profitable? How did you overcome the initial challenges?
I come from ... Read More
05
Apr2023
Adda52's annual poker championship - Adda52 Champions Leaderboard (ACL) 2.0 - successfully ended recently. The second season of the championship 'ACL 2.0' was won by a Goa-based attorney Ram Kakkar.
Ram Kakkar, who took an Adda52 contract worth INR 20 lakhs, will join the current three Adda52 game ambassadors and will ... Read More
05
Apr2023
India is one of the world's quickest developing economies. With a populace of almost 1.4 billion out of which half of India's populace is under the age of 40 years. India has set out a way to change its economy through three fundamental pillars — digital technology, infrastructure development, and ... Read More
05
Apr2023
Online gaming platform Mobile Premiere League (MPL) released its new ad starring Indian cricketer Virat Kohli with the motto “Darr Ko Hatao, Bada Khel Jao” meaning play without worrying about cheaters.
In the ad film, the Indian cricketer was uncovering various duplicates of him as a cheater. Virat, who is additionally ... Read More
04
Apr2023
Those needing some activity apart from the TV showing the 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which started last week, can flaunt their skills on fantasy sports platforms. Furthermore, going by the sheer frenzy of activity, from increased investments to the arrival of new players in the online ... Read More
04
Apr2023
Pay-to-play gaming and esports have become well-known in recent years because of the accessibility of modest mobile internet and the penetration of smartphones.
With the ascent of fantasy sports and other pay-to-play gaming products, the industry has turned into a major contributor to the Indian economy, generating employment and getting billions ... Read More
30
Mar2023
For quite a long, players in Pay-to-Play Gaming roped male entertainers as their brand ambassadors like Hrithik Roshan, Salman Khan, Shahid Kapoor, Shahrukh Khan and so on who have been featured on different platforms.
Thus, the segment has been ruled by males for a long while now
Nonetheless, a fascinating way to ... Read More
30
Mar2023
In the world of video gaming, violence, and guns are no longer the only options. Women are also taking to gaming as a form of relaxation, a means of social connection, and even as a profession because it attracts people of all ages and genders. Women account for as many ... Read More
30
Mar2023
If you're a serious gamer, you probably already know how to play your favourite game to a certain level. However, the road to professional gaming is a long one! There are several strategies you can employ if you really want to improve your gaming skills and become an even better ... Read More
29
Mar2023
The gaming industry has gone through a huge shift in the past few years, from the pay-to-play model to the free-to-play model, and presently, to the ascent of Paid Competitive Gaming (PCG) as most would consider reaching $16 billion by 2024, according to a report.
"Global Paid Competitive Gaming Report 2023," ... Read More
29
Mar2023
The idea of responsible gaming has developed in the online skill gaming community in India in the last 10 years.
At first, responsible gaming was not a main focus in the Indian online skill gaming industry, with many gaming organizations zeroing in exclusively on boosting benefits. Nonetheless, with the rising awareness ... Read More
29
Mar2023
India is home to the most enthusiastic cricket fans on the planet, while enthusiasm for art is as yet bound to a niche crowd. Earlier, innovation and art were viewed as two different fields, ‘cricket art’ is making ready for a blend of the two. With fantasy sports, particularly fantasy ... Read More
29
Mar2023
The Indian online gaming industry is at the edge of development. The main factor adds to the ascent of the online gaming industry, making it one of the biggest and most gainful sectors globally. Amid these is the prominent flood in digitization, supported by the far and wide extension of ... Read More
28
Mar2023
How far mobile phones have come is a remarkable aspect of modern technology's development. Not too long ago, phones could only offer a low-resolution, two-dimensional experience that was far from as good as the video game consoles of the day. However, significant players like Shadowgun, Real Steel, and Dead Trigger ... Read More
27
Mar2023
Due to various obstacles and challenges, the gaming industry lost 176 million users last year, and online games played a role in this decline. Even though there were 27.5 million fewer online gamers in 2022, the market as a whole is expected to recover this year and see impressive user ... Read More
27
Mar2023
I recall meeting a lot of computer engineering students in India who applied to an MBA program even before completing their engineering coursework. In any case, there was never a shortage of IT jobs in India. However, the majority of students in the country used to find it difficult to ... Read More
24
Mar2023
The Indian gaming environment, which flaunts over 1,100 startups and 40 crore-solid gaming networks, is flourishing more than ever. With their unique contributions, for example, NFT-based games, fantasy sports, pay-to-play games and monetary rewards, domestic firms have acquired popularity globally. North of 86 Indian firms has gotten $1.4 billion investment ... Read More
24
Mar2023
Ashneer Grover, Co-Founder and ousted CEO of fintech startup BharatPe, announced his new venture CrickPe, a fantasy cricket platform via Twitter.
This news comes a year after Madhuri Jain, his wife, and he started their firm Third Unicorn, situated in Delhi. The name 'Third Unicorn' came after Ashneer Grover helped ... Read More
24
Mar2023
Organized by Asia Gaming Brief, the ASEAN Gaming Summit 2023 ended yesterday in the Philippines, Manila, a three-day event inviting almost 1,300 attendees, and a record number of partakers.
The current year's edition not only saw huge participation, yet additionally a diversity in the segment of members, hailing from Macau, Armenia, ... Read More
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Mar2023
India's top multi-gaming platform, A23 (Head Digital Works), released another set of brand films under its 'Chalo Saath Khelein' campaign presenting Rakul Preet Singh. With the underlying leg of these ad films, the brand shows different online rummy formats accessible on the A23 Rummy app on which users can play ... Read More
23
Mar2023
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council will probably hold its next meeting in June when the long forthcoming issue of taxation of online gaming will be taken up.
While no particular date has been chosen at this point, official sources showed that June is the most probable time for holding ... Read More
21
Mar2023
Esports gives an incredible method for mastering a few significant skills. Gamers should have the option to analyze rapidly and make choices to succeed.
Gamers need strong focus and concentration to perform during intense matches. Through Esports, gamers can foster skills that will help them both on and off the field. ... Read More
21
Mar2023
The online gaming sector is a quickly developing industry that has the capability of contributing to the country's motive of turning into a USD 1 trillion digital economy, generating employment, and growing innovation, a report said. Regulation of online gaming won't just open up economic opportunities yet, in addition, address ... Read More
21
Mar2023
WinZO Games, a social skill gaming platform with more than 100 games like Ludo, Pool, and Racing Games, said it will invest about $50 million, or Rs 415 crore, across startups. The Delhi-based gaming startup declared the fourth version of its Game Developer Fund, with the biggest-ever corpus of $50 ... Read More
20
Mar2023
Esports has been perhaps the quickest developing industry recently. The ascent of the gaming industry has been fuelled by the development of digital technology and the internet, which has empowered the formation of virtual gaming communities and the creation of new game titles. The esports industry enjoys taking benefit of ... Read More
20
Mar2023
West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS) will set up a centre for technology, gaming and sports laws for which it will before long sign an MoU with an online gaming platform has given a grant of Rs 1 crore for a reason.
The centre will explore the field of ... Read More
17
Mar2023
The central government's recent decision to officially recognize competitive video gaming has been welcomed by the electronic sports or esports industry, which now anticipates additional investments in the emerging sector.
On December 27, the Indian government recognized esports as a part of a "multisport" event and integrated them with traditional sports. ... Read More
16
Mar2023
The year 2023 is a successful year for esports- competitive tournaments and leagues in India as the government of India has officially acknowledged 'E-Sports' (Electronic Sports) as a part of multi-sports events. All things considered, esports players prepared thoroughly for rivalry and emphasised mental as well as physical preparation, particularly ... Read More
15
Mar2023
Online gaming has evolved significantly owing to mobile phone technology, which is also mainly responsible for the existence of online gaming as we know it today. While mobile technology cannot be directly attributed to the rise in popularity of gaming, mobile phones are unquestionably to credit for the size and ... Read More
14
Mar2023
Online skill-based gaming platform Zupee declared the inception of a paid period leaves policy for its female workers, the organization said.
The period leave policy can be used once a month, whether working from the office or home.
It is a step to battle the well-established stigma around menstruation, the new policy ... Read More
14
Mar2023
Online games have become famous lately, with a great many players everywhere. The ubiquity of online games can be credited to different variables, for example, the comfort and accessibility of playing games from any place and at any time. Also, online games have become engaging and vivid, with better graphics, ... Read More
14
Mar2023
The Union Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, introduced the objectives and design principles of the Digital India Act during the Digital India Dialogues in Bengaluru on March 9.
The minister introduced the goals and ideas behind this Act, as well as referenced this being the first ... Read More
13
Mar2023
According to Vickram Bedi, Senior Director of Personal Systems, HP India Market, gaming has experienced tremendous growth worldwide over the past few years. There are numerous career opportunities in the gaming industry; Find out more in a recent interview, where he shares his insights about the gaming industry.
What do you ... Read More
10
Mar2023
Online poker platform PokerBaazi enters the list of top 10 online poker sites around the world, according to the worldwide poker listing website Poker Scout. The news comes when PokerBaazi is hosting the 2023 edition of the National Poker Series India (NPS), a poker tournament series.
Showing his eagerness, Navkiran Singh, ... Read More
10
Mar2023
As the Women's Premier League series currently going full speed ahead, and the Indian Premier League is ready to take off, online platforms and TV traffic is being controlled by cricket. Also, gaming organizations and allied agencies are taking advantage of it.
As per the Pitch Madison Advertising Report 2023, while ... Read More
10
Mar2023
Witzeal, one of India's most quickly growing gaming technology organizations, collaborated with global risk intelligence company SHIELD for actionable insights into the potential and arising extortion threats.
Witzeal’s Big Cash gaming platform has distinguished itself through the introduction of creative and use-driven elements like referrals, gifting, and social sharing. The platform ... Read More
09
Mar2023
The Rise Of Women Gaming Creators: How They Are Leveraging Brands And Changing The Esports Landscape
The gaming industry has seen a critical ascent in the number of female creators who are changing the realm of Esports. For quite a while, gaming has been viewed as a male-ruled space, however, this is changing as an ever-increasing number of females reach out and do something worth remembering. ... Read More
09
Mar2023
The enormous disturbance in online gaming is bound to emerge from India and all the more precisely, Bharat. With a huge number of daily dynamic gamers in the nation, fabricating a profoundly accessible gaming platform is key to victory in this emerging industry. Here are some key strategies for creating ... Read More
08
Mar2023
The gaming area has seen more women participation, as players as well as developers and engineers, be that as it may, the portrayal of women in leadership roles stays less and should be more inclusive, experts said on the occasion of International Women's Day 2023.
"Women are not just limited to ... Read More
08
Mar2023
“You play like a girl” can be an awkward jibe heard on gaming platforms globally. But few of them are turning that jibe into a commendation. Saloni Pawar is among them, an Indian woman gamer making her mark by breaking the ranks of men ruling the emerging field of eSports ... Read More
08
Mar2023
If you are looking for a foreign girlfriend, then you definitely have come to the right place. There are many techniques to locate a girl from another nation online and fulfill her, but additionally, there are some ... Read More
06
Mar2023
One of the biggest engagement platforms in India, MyGov, run by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), is looking for firms to develop online and mobile games for their gaming platform.
As per the most recent release, "MyGov is looking to develop mega (large scale) and mini (small scale) ... Read More
03
Mar2023
The flourishing online gaming industry was mentioned in the Union Budget 2023, which came with proposed TDS changes.
Examining the changes in TDS, the tax law firm Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan (LKS) appreciates the government’s drive to give clarity on direct taxation of online gaming, highlights the expected difficulties, and their impact ... Read More
03
Mar2023
The accessibility of affordable internet and smartphones has fueled India's gaming sector's remarkable development. Over time, gaming has evolved from a source of entertainment to a mainstream industry. Being on the cusp of outstanding growth, the gaming sector is supposed to develop by 20–30% by fiscal 2023 and arrive at ... Read More
02
Mar2023
India has emerged as one of the quickest-developing gaming markets globally. As per industry projections, India's online gaming population is anticipated to increase from 481 million players in 2022 to more than 657 million users by 2025. These days, accessibility is much easier than before because of the 4G and ... Read More
02
Mar2023
PlayerzPot, a leading fantasy gaming platform, launched #CelebrationKaSeason, a campaign that offers an opportunity to win enormous prizes and indulges in the biggest celebration on the platform. Featuring its brand ambassador, an Indian women's cricketer and presently a representative of Royal Challengers Bangalore in the forthcoming Women’s Premier League, Smriti ... Read More
28
Feb2023
Esports is a rapidly developing industry in India, with a fan base that is supposed to reach 100 million by 2025. As the esports industry in India keeps on growing, there are a few trends that are forming the industry, including trends related to content, community, experiences, and engagement.
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While a ... Read More
28
Feb2023
Have you ever heard of the terms "game of skill" or "game of chance"? Generally, these terms are used in social media advertisements for online games. While lottery games are based on one's instinct, online strategy games such as rummy require knowledge, practice, and experience to win.
Following is a discussion ... Read More
27
Feb2023
The prospects for mobile gaming are still bright. Newzoo's projections indicated that the global games market as a whole would generate nearly $197 billion in 2022. Mobile, which accounted for more than half of the market, was the primary driver of this expansion.
Even though it is now more difficult to ... Read More
27
Feb2023
The gaming industry is growing, and numerous nations all over the planet are adopting it. There's no denying the way that individuals are attached to playing games on their desktops and mobile phones. Lately, mobile gaming has encountered monstrous development and is set to grow enormously in 2025.
Two nations that ... Read More
27
Feb2023
It is not as beneficial to provide strategies and approaches to develop healthy gaming habits and to develop young people's self-awareness and self-control to support their gaming and all aspects of their lives into the future as it is to provide parents and children with a specific "length of time" ... Read More
24
Feb2023
The Indian gaming market, the quickest developing globally, will cross $10 billion by 2030, as per a report by Kalaari.
The report says that Indians spend more time on mobile gaming than on different types of entertainment, including OTT and music streaming.
Gaming, according to the report, is no longer exclusive to ... Read More
24
Feb2023
VCs have been playing big in the gaming business for quite a while, worldwide. A few examples incorporate Andreessen Horowitz, which invested in Roblox, an online gaming platform that went public in March 2021 and, as of now, has a market valuation of more than $45 billion. Likewise, Sequoia Capital ... Read More
23
Feb2023
Adda52 concluded its biggest poker championship, the Adda52 Champions Leaderboard (ACL) 2.0, on February 19th, 2023. Goa-based attorney Ram Kakkar (39 years old) arose as the victor of the ACL 2.0 and took home an Adda52 contract worth INR 20 lakh. The culmination of this year-long leaderboard program saw an ... Read More
23
Feb2023
The 2022 India Gaming Report recommends that the industry is developing at an extraordinary rate. As per the report, there is an increase in user engagement and brisk investment in the nation's gaming industry.
This growth isn't, as it were, novel to India. Other places all over the world have likewise ... Read More
22
Feb2023
Many people have played sports and adventure games from the comfort of their own homes since the early days of video games, but not in the same way that we can now. Players now have access to organized events with opponents from all over the world, allowing them to participate ... Read More
22
Feb2023
The National Poker Series (NPS), India's most desired poker tournament, hosted on PokerBaazi, has announced its 2023 edition with its most recent campaign, "Ab India Khelega Glory Ke Liye."
The current year's edition will award gold, silver, and bronze medals to podium finishers in a total of 107 tournaments, and the ... Read More
20
Feb2023
Entertainment has forever been a basic component in our lives, giving comfort, a rush, and a reprieve from the dreariness of regular presence. In this exceptionally competitive digital landscape, various types of entertainment compete for our attention. But gaming has claimed the throne of digital entertainment. By 2022, the gaming ... Read More
17
Feb2023
With each major technological development, online gaming has grown significantly. Its innovations are connected to certain online gaming characteristics that continue to advance with technology. These innovations made it possible to play games online.
Headset Technology
The headsets that gamers use are cutting-edge, and they will include a variety of features that ... Read More
17
Feb2023
You are aware that winning at mobile games is not as simple as it sounds, whether you play casually or professionally. There are more online players than ever before, and mobile phones are easier to access. This makes online game competition and winning even more difficult. Now, some may argue ... Read More
17
Feb2023
The Indian gaming industry has recently seen tremendous growth and youth involvement, with approximately 420 million unique gamers and a digitally dynamic audience of 500 million people aged 15–35. Besides, the industry saw a flood during the worldwide pandemic. India is currently poised to become perhaps the fastest-developing sector in ... Read More
17
Feb2023
Online gaming is a quickly developing industry, and India has emerged as a notable player in this field. With the rising demand for skilled experts, there is a requirement for quality gaming courses that can assist students with fostering their skills and making lifelong careers in this field. Let's have ... Read More
16
Feb2023
Gone are the days when one needed to remove the cassette from a console, clean it from time to time, and fix it again in the console and wish for something to show up on the TV screen. If you don't have a clue, you are from an age where ... Read More
14
Feb2023
One of the key questions surrounding online dating is whether these platforms lead to long-term relationships. Some 53% of adults under 30 have ever used a dating site or app – including a quarter who have used one in the past year. This compares with 37% of those ages 30 ... Read More
13
Feb2023
India's gaming market, which remained at $2.6 billion in 2022, is anticipated to develop at a CAGR of 27% to reach $8.6 billion by 2027. However, mobile gaming accounts for the lion's share of the gaming market.
As per the "India Gaming Report FY 2022" delivered by Lumikai, India turned into ... Read More
13
Feb2023
The Indian gaming industry has seen unusual development lately, upheld by the further development of infrastructure, internet penetration, and smartphone adoption. As per a new report, the number of gamers in India has risen from 250 million in 2018 to 507 million in 2022.
The report by Mobile Premier League (MPL), ... Read More
07
Feb2023
Last year in October, the Center issued a strict advisory against showcasing betting advertisements on over-the-top (OTT) platforms, such as Netflix, Hotstar, and Amazon Prime Video, as well as on private satellite TV platforms, expressing that non-observance of the advisory may invite penal action under the applicable laws.
On February 5, ... Read More
06
Feb2023
With 507 million players as of today, India has reached a significant milestone for the gaming industry.
Observing Indian gaming trends, almost a quarter of the 120 million users are paying customers, earning $20 per user.
The information comes from Lumikai, the only gaming-focused venture capital fund in India, which recently unveiled ... Read More
06
Feb2023
For many online gamers in India, gaming has become a viable full-time career option in recent years. However, gamers claim that very few have received any kind of training and that if there were options for formal training, they would perform better.
There should have been some training available, which would ... Read More
30
Jan2023
The growth of the Indian economy has continued to be healthy despite a slowdown in the global economy. This is largely attributable to India's resilient technology industry, which is well on its way to becoming a digital economy worth a trillion dollars. Health tech, fintech, ed-tech, and agri-tech are just ... Read More
23
Jan2023
The government's decision to regulate e-sports and impose stricter due diligence requirements on online gaming companies is good news for the sunrise sector because it will likely encourage more entrants, increase investor confidence, and generate new jobs.
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has been designated as the primary ... Read More
20
Jan2023
While the proposal of the self-regulatory organization (SRO) has taken centre stage in drafting online gaming rules, the government might consent to have multiple SROs.
Though the government is probably going to set up stringent rules and regulations for the legal responsibilities of SROs, The rules will incorporate dos and don'ts ... Read More
20
Jan2023
With the ascent of the gaming populace in India, a few changes have been proposed to direct the online gaming industry.
These changes incorporate the proposed draught gaming rules by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY), which is appointed as the nodal ministry for online gaming, and a change ... Read More
19
Jan2023
Techbeliever Technologies owns a pay-to-play gaming platform, and KhiladiAdda will have a new game very soon. It has collaborated with Rein Games to bring to its users the long-awaited card game Rummy. On the platform, it will be named Rummy Adda.
Rein Games is an online gaming development organization specializing ... Read More
18
Jan2023
On January 17, the government extended the deadline for receiving stakeholder recommendations on the proposed gaming rules until January 25 and stated that the new rules would be ready by January 31.
The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MEITY) has fixed January 17 as the last date for public comments on ... Read More
18
Jan2023
According to industry sources, the stakeholders of the gaming industry suggested a self-declaration mechanism for registration and a graded approach to KYC in a meeting with the IT ministry on Tuesday.
"The industry largely stated that powers given to the self-regulatory body will lead to significant delays to the launch of ... Read More
18
Jan2023
The online gaming industry has urged the government to not lessen the current tax deducted at source (TDS) of Rs 10,000, which is supposedly being reviewed by the finance ministry.
In the meantime, the crypto industry has requested that the government decrease the 1% TDS on digital transactions and review income ... Read More
18
Jan2023
Ready to bring revolutionary development across industries, the 5G network launch has been one of the most anticipated innovations in India's new history. The 5G technology addresses significant potential in connecting people and, more importantly, clearing the way for newer applications in industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and entertainment, among ... Read More
17
Jan2023
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) called for another public consultation on online gaming rules on January 17. Sources said that all major industry bodies, policy advocacy groups, and industry stakeholders will deliberate on the recently released policy.
The ministry earlier this month released draught amendments to the IT ... Read More
17
Jan2023
Recently, in a historic move, the Government of India officially acknowledged eSports in the country. Esports, also known as electronic sports, will currently be a part of the "multisports event" classification in India under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. Expenditure on the Department of Sports under the Ministry ... Read More
16
Jan2023
Responsible gaming is a wide concept that contains several policies and requirements that apply to pay-to-play to make sure they respect the highest standards of quality and offer a safe user experience that protects people from financial losses.
Rajeev Chandrasekhar, minister of state for electronics and IT, said it was ... Read More
16
Jan2023
The Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, announced on Friday that the Digital India Startup Hub would set up the first Center of Excellence (CoE) for online gaming through the Software Technology Parks of India.
The Digital India Startup Hub will set up the CoE through the ... Read More
16
Jan2023
From video games to virtual reality, how we play games is changing drastically. All credit goes to the progression of innovation. Furthermore, we can't forget the impact of the Coronavirus on the development of the online gaming industry. The online gaming industry saw massive development during the COVID flare-up when ... Read More
16
Jan2023
Uttar Pradesh has emerged as the top destination for mobile gamers, trailed by Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Bihar, and West Bengal, as per the India Mobile Gaming Report 2022 released on Sunday by gaming platform Mobile Premier League.
Odisha, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Himachal Pradesh have seen the highest number of mobile ... Read More
13
Jan2023
Commenting on the pre-budget expectations for the industry, Mr. Roland Landers, CEO, of All India Gaming Federation, said, "AIGF is determined to implement the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision for the online gaming sector through the continued expansion and transformation of this industry in India." "We have seen a lot of ... Read More
06
Jan2023
Recently, we told a tale about the Indian government regulating online games among kids. Thus, here's a detailed explanation of why we think the centre is proposing a regulatory framework like this and what the Indian gaming industry thinks about it.
To begin with, why?
How is India planning to regulate online ... Read More
05
Jan2023
Electronic sports, or "esports," which are competitive video game tournaments held on online gaming platforms, have overwhelmed the world and are viewed as one of the most promising industries in India. This sector is likewise expected to grow further before very long because of affordable mobile data and the introduction ... Read More
03
Jan2023
The Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has announced an e-gaming policy, proposing self-regulation, mandatory player verification, and additional due diligence. The user base of online gaming is expanding, and the users need assurance against potential harm, the ministry said.
MeitY has been made the nodal agency for online ... Read More
03
Jan2023
Scaling unusual heights and creating record-breaking revenues in 2022, the Indian eSports industry went through extreme changes and flourished into a billion-dollar industry. With more than 507 million gamers, the nation's gaming market reached a $2.6 billion imprint this year and will develop at a CAGR of 27% to reach ... Read More
03
Jan2023
India has proposed a body for the online gaming industry to regulate itself as there have been rising concerns over the habit-forming nature of games and patchy state regulations that disrupt business, in draft amendments to its information technology rules published on Monday.
The proposal comes after a government panel proposed ... Read More
29
Dec2022
This year saw the gaming industry in India arrive at new levels, with the nation getting its most memorable bronze medal in the first esports tournament this year hosted by Commonwealth Games, and this is only the start, experts say.
“2022 indeed has been a game-changing year for our industry. The ... Read More
29
Dec2022
Think Change Forum (TCF), an independent think tank committed to producing groundbreaking thoughts and tracking down solutions for exploring the post-pandemic world, delivered proposals based on a roundtable on 'What is the right taxation approach for a sunrise sector like Online Skill-Based Gaming?’
The event had five eminent panelists: Mr. Rohan ... Read More
29
Dec2022
While the pandemic year gave a truly necessary lift to the gaming market in India, the previous year saw Indians ready to pay to play. The year added 24 million Indians to the payment-linked gaming market, say experts.
In fact, Yash Srivastava, Managing Director (APAC) of the gaming platform - Coda ... Read More
29
Dec2022
Social structures and norms profoundly affected women as a gender group in the past. To break this, there have been a few "equalizers" in the form of access that have changed the worldview.
In the gaming space, the arrival of the internet and mobile networks is gradually changing a male-dominated bastion ... Read More
29
Dec2022
The traditional way of investing has always been more appealing, but only a few know about the other pathway of investing that not only increases your profits but offers you a level of awareness that other formats could not. Poker is one such pathway that doesn't lend its elements to ... Read More
29
Dec2022
Gaming has for some time been a common pastime for many individuals. It has arrived at new levels because of the pandemic, the introduction of smartphones, and their availability. Due to its popularity, gaming has acquired a significant following. Furthermore, online gaming promotes a sound and competitive atmosphere and works ... Read More
29
Dec2022
Online gaming is at another level of popularity than ever, and players expect a more fantastic experience from it. This is because of the technological advancements that have made gaming more vivid and engaging than at any other time.
However, as their popularity has grown, gamers' expectations of user interactions have ... Read More
29
Dec2022
The consistent development of the online gaming industry as of late has given a captivating insight into steadily developing customer behavior. Propelled by current favorable circumstances such as the high reception rate of smartphones, digital payments, accessible technologies, and the internet, and the availability of a skilled workforce, new-age entrepreneurs ... Read More
29
Dec2022
Whether you play Fortnite Battle Royale and World of Warcraft, League of Legends and Candy Crush Saga, or eSports for recreational games, you can rely on the fact that cybercriminals have something for gaming applications and communities.
Cybercriminals, similar to every other person, love playing games and joining gaming networks. This ... Read More
29
Dec2022
Esports competitions date back to the 1970s (though they did not appear to be what they are today), but they have yet to reach their full potential. Not a long time ago, esports tournament organizers began moving video game competitions from small gaming cafes to stadiums loaded with onlookers. Even ... Read More
27
Dec2022
The Indian government has assigned the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) as the nodal ministry to supervise the country's nascent but developing online gaming industry, preparing for a hotly anticipated uniform regulatory framework to direct the country's nascent but developing industry.
The government has been considering plans to manage ... Read More
27
Dec2022
Now is the ideal time to review the most significant industry developments as the year 2022 is ending. Adgully is reviewing the year 2022 for the M&E, advertising, digital, marketing, PR, and communications, alongside leading names in the industry as part of our annual Rewind series.
Recapping the year 2022, Krishnendu ... Read More
27
Dec2022
Online gaming has forever been seen as a type of entertainment. However, with the development of the tech industry, it is likewise being recognized as a tool for learning.
The explosion of Web 2.0 innovation boosted the opportunities to engage with technological applications in a collaborative and participatory manner that have ... Read More
27
Dec2022
Should India support, by policy, games in which chance assumes a significant part? The law sees pay-to-earn with a beady eye, and how relevant that is, is itself up in the air.
The extent of pay-to-earn that goes on, corresponding to cricket matches or electoral results, not to talk about the ... Read More
21
Dec2022
Online gaming is quite possibly one of the key testaments that innovation has improved entertainment. The worldwide market for online gaming is expected to surpass two or three billion bucks in the coming future because of the new blast in the popularity of online gaming.
A variety of attributes have fuelled ... Read More
20
Dec2022
As indicated by a Business Standard story, a legal structure for online pay-to-win is probably going to incorporate child lock, age verification technology, and KYC (know your customer) guidelines for pay-to-play games. As per the source, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has almost finished the draft, which ... Read More
20
Dec2022
RummyCulture, an online skill-based rummy platform, has collaborated with former India cricketer-turned-commentator Harbhajan Singh for their most recent campaign, which was delivered on different social media such as YouTube, Facebook, and OTTs with an aim to reinforce the brand's belief that anybody can succeed by using their ability, skills, discipline, ... Read More
15
Dec2022
A couple of years ago, different media sources showed that China and the US were critical Esports income providers.
India had a significant sum; however, after the BGMI restriction, the numbers have fundamentally diminished. The world has already moved to Web3 gaming; however, we are as yet attempting to construct esports ... Read More
15
Dec2022
India now has around 350 million online payment users across e-commerce, shopping, travel, hospitality, and OTT, and the number is set to double by 2030, as per the latest report.
There are around 40–45 million mature users (over half) who spend a significant portion of their wallets online.
"We expect online transactions ... Read More
14
Dec2022
Pay-to-play gaming firm Zupee appointed Maneesh Goel as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) on December 13.
Maneesh Goel would assist in driving profitability with scale and strengthening controls and governance processes in this ongoing position.
"As we rapidly grow our business, Manish’s proven experience, track record of financial acumen, and strategic thinking ... Read More
13
Dec2022
With digitized entertainment, there is a seamless flow of exciting content across media because of innovative headway. We have social platforms that put us on a wheel of difficulty through reels, GIFs, live streams, and, in particular, hashtags for instant association with the world. Streaming platforms are close behind, as ... Read More
13
Dec2022
The online gaming industry is one of the most rapidly growing and disruptive industries, with a positive impact as it expands.Being a multi-million dollar worldwide industry, it has seen a dramatic development during the pandemic, and research shows a predominant ascent in revenue generation as well as in the number ... Read More
09
Dec2022
Baazi Games, one of the leading online gaming startups in the nation, in its undertaking to strengthen its marketing and communication outlook, appointed Mr. Himank Tripathi as its Chief Communications Officer and Spokesperson.
The senior appointment aims to further develop Baazi Games' leadership role in the pay-to-play segment by unpinning the ... Read More
08
Dec2022
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) recently asked private TV channels, digital news distributors, and OTT platforms to abstain from showing ads for online pay-to-earn and surrogate ads. In a letter to a major tech platform, the ministry said such sites pose significant financial and socio-economic risks for consumers, ... Read More
07
Dec2022
According to a government document and three sources, India’s proposed regulation of online pay-to-win would cover all pay-to-play games after the PM's office overruled a proposal to just regulate games of skill and leave out games of chance.
In India, all pay-to-play games will be regulated.
The most anticipated regulations are expected ... Read More
07
Dec2022
India has requested that Google stop showing surrogate ads for overseas pay-to-earn companies in search results and on YouTube.
The most recent request comes two months after the government asked broadcasters and video streaming services to drop such advertisements.
An individual in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) aware of the ... Read More
05
Dec2022
With the introduction of low- and mid-range smartphones in the market, as well as various data packs accessible at reasonable prices, online gaming is no longer a luxury pursuit for the majority of online gamers in India. Various research reports have disclosed that the accessibility of affordable smartphones combined with ... Read More
05
Dec2022
The Indian online gaming industry has seen outstanding development in the last five years. Presently valued at $930 million (up from $360 million in 2015), the Indian gaming industry is projected to be valued at $3.7 billion by 2024 because of the growth of digital infrastructure as well as the ... Read More
30
Nov2022
Witzeal Technologies is a modern gaming technology company that was established in 2016. It specializes in developing and launching cutting-edge games and features for the pay-to-play market.
The brand's flagship, a multi-gaming platform called "Big Cash," offers 17 skill-based pay-to-play games in the Cards, Fantasy, and Casual segments, all created in-house. ... Read More
29
Nov2022
Big tech companies are laying off thousands of employees, and the online gaming industry in India, which is anticipated to reach $1.9 bn by 2024, could help in lessening the burden.
The online gaming industry presently employs almost 50,000 people as programmers and developers, accounting for 30% of the workforce.
According to ... Read More
24
Nov2022
Gaming has for quite some time been a common form of entertainment for many young and older people. It has arrived at new levels because of the pandemic, the introduction of smartphones, and their accessibility. As a result of its popularity, gaming has acquired a good reputation. Likewise, online gaming ... Read More
24
Nov2022
The Mobile Premier League has announced India's first-ever multi-game loss protection policy, which is designed to protect the players' interests. Moreover, the organization has begun a bug bounty program with the aim of strengthening the security of the users and providing a protected and fair gameplay environment. Here's what Namratha ... Read More
23
Nov2022
Moonshine Technology Pvt. Ltd., which runs the online platform PokerBaazi, said it intends to spend $12 million to $15 million this financial year on advertising and marketing activity, a triple increase from the year before.
Moonshine, which additionally runs applications like CardBaazi and the fantasy cricket game BalleBaazi, is also hoping ... Read More
23
Nov2022
Tamil Nadu law minister S Regupathy has looked at an appointment with governor R N Ravi to talk about the bill prohibiting online pay-to-win and regulating online games like rummy and poker, which was passed unanimously by the legislative assembly a month before. This was to replace an ordinance proclaimed ... Read More
23
Nov2022
FanClash, Asia's biggest Esports Fantasy Platform, has signed Jonathan Amaral as its brand ambassador. Jonathan is one of the greatest stars of Indian esports, and he has more than 10 million followers, making him one of the biggest stars in the Indian esports space to become the platform’s brand ambassador.
FanClash ... Read More
22
Nov2022
The Supreme Court has considered online fantasy sports as a game of skill, but numerous individuals in the public disagree, as per a new survey by LocalCircles.
65% of the survey members said they unequivocally believe that online fantasy sports are a game of chance. A lot of them likewise encouraged ... Read More
18
Nov2022
The gaming industry in India is expected to grow 20–30% and will probably add 1 lakh new direct and indirect jobs by the FY23 end, as per a recent report by the staffing firm TeamLease Digital.
The report titled "Gaming: Tomorrow’s Blockbuster" said that at present, the sector directly employs around ... Read More
11
Nov2022
Surveying two experts in game arts to look at their precious stone balls and foresee the fate of the game design. Zachary Walter, chair of the undergraduate game art program at California College of the Arts (CCA), and Jessica Vazquez, a former gaming journalist who manages CCA’s 4D studio, predict ... Read More
11
Nov2022
PC games have long grown beyond the simple frame of youngsters' entertainment and have turned into an exceptionally worthwhile business. Besides, after a few significant tournaments, this niche has become appealing to all generations, not just millennials.
Therefore, turning into a decent gamer and a professional isn't what it seems to ... Read More
07
Nov2022
For more than 10 years, 29-year-old Mitsu Chavda has been actively engaged in online gaming. Consistently, the Surat-based lawyer plays for at least two hours around evening time, a custom that assists her in reducing stress.
As an active online gamer, Mitsu Chavda figures out the necessities of the gaming industry. ... Read More
04
Nov2022
India's gaming market will be valued at $8.6 billion by 2027 as it tickers a CAGR of 27%, as per the report.
As per the report by Lumikai, a gaming-focused venture capital fund, the number of gamers is expected to touch 700 million by FY 2025, with a CAGR of 12%.
"Industry ... Read More
04
Nov2022
The All India Gaming League (AIGF), the pinnacle body for the online skill gaming industry in India, has onboarded three principal members, specifically: Myteam11, Head Digital, and Glance Gaming.
With this, the AIGF has exceeded 100 members across all gaming formats, including esports, fantasy gaming, card games, casual gaming, e-games, and ... Read More
03
Nov2022
In the last few years, mobile gaming has prospered. As per estimates, 2.5 billion people play games on smartphones around the world. Furthermore, because of innovative progressions, mobile games are progressively ready to match the visual ability of their console and PC partners. This opens up another gaming universe for ... Read More
02
Nov2022
MPL as of late released a host program to encourage "safe and risk-free gameplay." One such drive is the loss protection policy, which, the organization claims, permits gamers to claim a refund of up to 100% of the overall losses that they might have caused in the wake of playing ... Read More
02
Nov2022
A Google Play official said in a blog entry that Indian apps and games saw a 200% increase in monthly active users in 2021 compared to 2019.
Aditya Swamy, Google Play Partnership Director in the blog, said there has been an 80% increment in consumer spending in 2021 compared with 2019 ... Read More
02
Nov2022
Learning a few approaches to playing hands can assist with smoothing the process of online poker strategies. Yet, the main question is when to use which framework. Becoming adaptable while using different poker strategies and tactics frequently turns out to be a priority rather than simply following a particular technique. ... Read More
21
Oct2022
India's top multi-gaming platform, A23 (Head Digital Works), launched the second edition of its 'Chalo Saath Khelein' brand campaign with its brand representative, Shah Rukh Khan. With this campaign, the brand highlights the variety of online games on the A23 application, which users can play online with loved ones.
The new ... Read More
20
Oct2022
Today's gaming industry is a multi-billion-dollar industry that constantly pushes the limits of innovation and entertainment. With the emergence of mobile gaming, cloud gaming, and upgrades to equipment, gaming has turned into a practical type of entertainment for players from various backgrounds and ages, making new sections of game lovers ... Read More
14
Oct2022
Witzeal, one of India's most quickly expanding trendy gaming technology organizations, has effectively outperformed with more than 30 million registered users and reached a new level of achievement by surpassing INR 2 billion in revenue. Today, Witzeal is among the best five pay-to-play platforms that curate, innovate, and introduce new-age, ... Read More
13
Oct2022
According to experts, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting is issuing its second advisory on online pay-to-earn ads in four months due to high ad spending and rampant marketing across television and digital media.
Online pay-to-earn platforms spend Rs 3,500 crore annually on ads across TV and digital media, according to ... Read More
12
Oct2022
Social gaming platform WinZO said that they had reached a milestone of 100 million registered users on its platform, making it the first off-Play store app to do so. This comes four years after the local language-centered application was launched. Around 90% of the organization's user base includes users from ... Read More
11
Oct2022
India's online poker destination announced the 3rd edition of its "Poker Night with Stars" series, welcoming poker devotees across the nation to encounter a special game of their lifetime. This month, Adda52.com has roped in the famous cricketer Kieron Pollard as the newest superstar guest, who will play against seven ... Read More
11
Oct2022
Technology advancement has revolutionized the gaming industry in the past numerous years, and with Web3, we are presently on the verge of one more significant progress in the industry as gaming moves from free-to-play to play-to-earn.
In the world of Web3, gaming will permit players to earn money while playing the ... Read More
10
Oct2022
Mitsu Chavda has been into gaming for over 10 years now. Consistently, the 29-year-old Surat-based lawyer makes it a highlight play for no less than two hours around evening time, a custom she says is a "stress-buster." As a gamer, Chavda figures out the nuances and requirements of the industry. ... Read More
10
Oct2022
India is making progress toward turning into a gaming superpower. As per industry reports, there are more than 400 gaming organizations in India, which is home to around 420 million online gamers. The gaming industry at present registers a development pace of 38%. By 2025, the gaming industry in India ... Read More
10
Oct2022
The world has only recently started to observe the development of the gaming sector. The timing couldn't be more ideal for experts and freshers hoping to build a fruitful career in this powerful industry. The incredible growth was a shocker not only for organizations but also for experts. It highlighted ... Read More
06
Oct2022
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has issued an advisory instructing private TV channels, digital news publishers, and OTT platforms to avoid showing commercials of online pay-to-earn sites and surrogate ads.
The ministry issued an advisory on the ads for online pay-to-earn platforms on Wednesday. In the advisory, the ministry ... Read More
06
Oct2022
The All India Gaming Organization on Tuesday welcomed the new government advisory against showing ads for online pay-to-earn sites on any TV and digital media platforms.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Monday gave two advisories asking private TV channels, digital news publishers, and OTT platforms to shun showing ads ... Read More
04
Oct2022
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting asked private television channels, digital news publishers, and OTT platforms on Monday to refrain from showing ads for online pay-to-earn sites and surrogate advertisements.
In a new advisory, the ministry said such sites pose significant financial and socio-economic risks for consumers, especially youth and children.
On ... Read More
03
Oct2022
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched 5G network services on Saturday, promising ultra-high-speed internet on cell phones, saying it marks the beginning of a new era with limitless possibilities. Later this month, 5G services will be carried out in 13 cities, with the objective of cross-country inclusion in the following two ... Read More
03
Oct2022
BGR's annual BGR Gaming Awards 2022 were held in India. The second edition of the online event was streamed on the official Facebook and YouTube handles of BGR.in and India.com and it focused on perceiving the organizations, products, and individuals who have helped in building a multi-billion-dollar industry and fortifying ... Read More
03
Oct2022
Right now, gaming and esports are some of the fastest-developing industries, overshadowing traditional spaces like films and music. In any case, it's important to try to see some of the driving variables for this entertainment behemoth. More than anything, this blast is driven by advancements in innovation and generally easier ... Read More
28
Sep2022
"The impending 5G innovations in the nation are set to take gaming to another level in India, which as of now has more than 420 million dynamic online gamers and 500 million digitally native youngsters," said industry pioneers.
The next phase of growth for gaming in India will be driven by ... Read More
23
Sep2022
The gaming industry in India is on a steep development curve. As per Invest India, revenue from online gaming grew 28% in 2021 to $1.2 billion and is anticipated to reach $1.9 billion by 2024. There are 303 million gamers in India and growing. India has the biggest fantasy sports ... Read More
20
Sep2022
The board involves PM Narendra Modi's top bureaucrats, including the heads of the finance and sports ministers.
The board has prescribed making an administrative body to classify online games based on skill or chance.
The suggestion for making an administrative body classify online games based on skill or chance may finally resolve ... Read More
20
Sep2022
Witzeal Technology is next generation gaming technological organization, laid out in 2016, that specializes in making and presenting modern games and features in the pay-to-play gaming section of India Witzeal has a large number of games that are undeniably evolved in-house, which improves the digital security of the all players, ... Read More
14
Sep2022
The online skill gaming industry has had a moment to celebrate after Google chose to open its Play Store for Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) and Rummy applications. Last week, the tech giant announced a one-year pilot program for DFS and Rummy applications to be accessible on the Google Play Store ... Read More
13
Sep2022
The online gaming industry has seen a whirlwind rise in the last couple of years, powered by young and tech-savvy people, affordable accessibility of cell phones, better internet connectivity, and overall technological development.
Ready to further add to the expanding numbers, online gamers are supposed to reach 510 million by 2025, ... Read More
13
Sep2022
Urvit Goel, VP of global business development for gaming at Polygon, says that games that integrate non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have the edge over traditional games that don't permit users to sell their in-game assets, as per Cointelegraph.
As expressed by Cointelegraph, Urvit Goel talked in Seoul about how Polygon (MATIC) is ... Read More
13
Sep2022
The scenario of eSports in India has changed dramatically in the last couple of years. Regardless of being around for over 10 years, the game needs exposure among the general public, and this is because of myths related to it like "not being a real sport" or the absence of ... Read More
06
Sep2022
A ministerial group designated by the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council on Monday examined the taxation of horse racing, casinos, and online gaming and showed the possibility of taking on various duty regimes for these sections.
Meghalaya's Chief Minister, Conrad Sangma, who chairs the group of ministers, told reporters after ... Read More
05
Sep2022
As per data from research firm Tracxn, Web3 gaming organizations in India have brought in $6.7 million in funding between January 1 and August 30 this year — just a multiple of the $2.4 million brought in in all of 2021. Pretty much every gaming organization in the nation has ... Read More
01
Sep2022
Lately, skill gaming activities like esports and fantasy sports have been flourishing in India. The sector has encountered enormous development in the last 1–2 years. This is generally filled by the rising internet penetration in India and the developing interest of Indians in skill-based games.
As per a KPMG report acknowledged ... Read More
01
Sep2022
With around 420 million dynamic online gamers and a 500-million-strong digitally native populace aged 15–35, India is set to universally become quite possibly the fastest developing business sector. At the new India Gaming Conclave (IGO 2022), eminent industry leaders and stakeholders got together to discuss the future roadmap of the ... Read More
01
Sep2022
The online gaming industry has been promoted as the dawn sector in India and has likewise been recognized by the public authorities as one of the possible sectors for job creation. Pay-to-play gaming contributes 80% of all e-gaming revenues, and recent up-sides coming from different court decisions have given the ... Read More
01
Sep2022
When Sanjiv Mehta, 57, a government employee, reached the pinnacle of boredom during the principal period of the lockdown in 2020, he unconsciously got into a habit-forming diversion activity — playing Ludo Star on his mobile. The online version of his favorite childhood game was an incredible stress buster as ... Read More
30
Aug2022
In India, online gaming is a club together with casinos and horse racing. And as such, it is largely considered to be assimilable to online gaming, including even skill-based games by the center. The GST Council is looking to impose a 28% tax on online gaming, casinos, and horse racing. ... Read More
24
Aug2022
The gaming sector in India has developed huge amounts at a time and is supposed to reach a $3.9 billion market opportunity by 2025. In the wake of noticing the advancements here and analyzing them to assemble insights to keep the club very much educated, ETBrandEquity is virtually coordinating the ... Read More
24
Aug2022
WinZO, India’s largest social gaming platform returned with season 2 of its most anticipated National Level Scholarship program – B.O.S.S (Battle of Super Scholar). With the addition of two new top B-schools IIM Bangalore and IIM Lucknow along with IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Calcutta, the second edition was even bigger ... Read More
23
Aug2022
The online gaming industry has encountered vulnerability for nearly 10 years, yet keeps on making presentations to the governments, and industry bodies for an administrative structure.
The industry is additionally certain of the public authority taking a gander at online gaming, whether it is genuine cash gaming or casual games, to ... Read More
23
Aug2022
The COVID outbreak has optimized the adoption of digital innovation in India. More individuals are currently gaming, shopping online, and streaming their life moments and gaming sessions. The metaverse, as well, has produced huge interest and investments. Dolly Jha, MD of Nielsen India, shares her perspectives on how companies can ... Read More
18
Aug2022
The growth of the online gaming industry in recent months has in numerous ways reflected a human way of behaving. During a pandemic, we saw an increase in online gaming, and thus, there were a lot of users socializing on gaming stages close to OTT. However, presently, with individuals leaving ... Read More
18
Aug2022
PokerBaazi has partnered with SHIELD to protect fair play on their platform and keep giving a protected encounter to users by guaranteeing only certified players approach the platform.
The association will fortify PokerBaazi's current fraud prevention capabilities with SHIELD's real-time risk intelligence. Equipped with SHIELD's Device Intelligence solution, PokerBaazi will want ... Read More
16
Aug2022
With the help from a different segment, each stakeholder in the online gaming industry is endeavoring to assist young entrepreneurs with getting into gaming—subsequently aiding job creation and building a platform to present high-tech solutions in entertainment and online gaming.
Gaming brands trust that the public authorities observe their true potential ... Read More
10
Aug2022
PlayerzPot, India's prime fantasy sports and casual games platform, has recently turned 7! Celebrating the achievement of 7 exciting years, the brand has announced stunning actress Rashmika Mandanna as the brand representative.
PlayerzPot has drawn in gamers across demographics in India with over 15+ games, including Ludo, Carrom, Snakes and Ladders-Ludo, ... Read More
09
Aug2022
The reports of the Group of Ministers (GoM) on online gaming, casinos, and GST have been postponed. The Appellate Tribunals have pushed the goods and service tax (GST) council meeting to September 2022 at this point.
As GoMs are as yet not prepared with their reports, the GST Council is probably ... Read More
05
Aug2022
The India Gaming Conclave 2022, which will take place on August 10th in New Delhi, aims to bring together experiences on the drivers of gaming resolution in 2022 and beyond, with a focus on 5G, cloud gaming, tech innovations, gamification, smartphones, and gaming devices.
Gaming industry is rising as a power-pack ... Read More
05
Aug2022
In the past few years, cloud innovation has been one of the biggest disruptors in pretty much every field. With the reception of the cloud, organizations have significantly had an impact on how they used to work and have reformed by streaming films, paying attention to music, and CRM solutions, ... Read More
05
Aug2022
In a no-holds discussion, Anand Subramanya, Director - Product Marketing, Consumer and Small Business, Dell Technologies, India talks about the Indian PC gaming market at the back of the release of the new Alienware X14 and M15 R7 gaming laptops.
While work from home and online classes took center stage, gaming ... Read More
05
Aug2022
Each individual ought to be informed about the new things going on around the world. There are numerous things an individual can learn. There is no halting of data accessible online. An individual ought to have an open mind to additional opportunities. Each individual needs to browse the choices accessible ... Read More
05
Aug2022
The fame of esports has hit a breaking point, with an expected 29.6 million monthly esports viewers in 2022, up 11.5% from 2021. Furthermore, with a fan base made up primarily of young people and tech-savvy individuals, the esports industry is perfectly prepared to capitalize on the potential of the ... Read More
05
Aug2022
Are you keen on playing the poker game in your spare time? Poker is a game of skill and technique. With the expanded contribution of people, the poker game is consistently gaining importance among Indian poker players. Keeping yourself updated with the poker game news every day guarantees you get ... Read More
05
Aug2022
According to a most recent report India is the world's greatest fantasy sports consumer/user. With an expected populace of 13 crore people, there has been a flood in revenue earned and taxable pay exuding from Esports. Relating to paying, the anticipated income right now is 5,200 crores and this is ... Read More
04
Aug2022
Gen Z—individuals brought into the world between the mid-90s and early 2000s—is a dynamic segment of digital natives whose cultural impact is reshaping traditional beliefs about online entertainment, traveling, shopping, news, and education.
We will spill the tea on Gen Z's relationship and mentalities toward brands, how digital innovation squeezes into ... Read More
29
Jul2022
While everyone is focused on the yet-to-be finalized goods and service tax (GST) rate on online gaming, the GST council's Group of Ministers (GoM) is probably going to impose a 28% tax on gross gaming revenue (GGR), according to reports.
Although the final recommendations are still awaited, the 28% GST only ... Read More
27
Jul2022
With the decision on changing the tax slab on online gaming and other related categories being the talk of the town lately, it is crucial to know the legal aspects related to GST rulings.
In India, until recently, gaming platforms were required to pay GST as they qualify as ‘suppliers’ of ... Read More
26
Jul2022
After the two-day GST board meeting held on July 23-24 in Bengaluru, the GST Council's Group of Ministers (GoM) talked about the tax rates to be imposed on the online gaming industry, ranging from 18% to 28%.
Casinos, horse racing, lotteries, pay-to-play, and other chance-based games are being combined with online ... Read More
22
Jul2022
Ujjwal Chaurasia enjoyed gaming even as a five-year-old when he would play Snakes and Bounce on his older sibling's Nokia telephone. His passion developed throughout the long term, and soon he was watching YouTube videos to get better at it, even though his family wasn't happy with his fixation. As ... Read More
22
Jul2022
While doubters might still accept that the luck factor is too high in poker, the ascent in popularity of the game and the reach-back ends on the skill factor demonstrate a change in this outlook.
Think about this: A MIT report says that poker requires the ability to appropriately understand circumstances ... Read More
20
Jul2022
Gameskraft Foundation, the social arm of the online skill-based gaming and entertainment organization Gameskraft, has associated with Anju Bobby Sports Foundation (ABSF) to help the advancement of ABSF's new high-performance academy in Bengaluru. Through the grant, the Gameskraft Foundation makes its most memorable strides, showing its expectation in sports advancement ... Read More
19
Jul2022
The year 2022 is turning out to be an intriguing one for the Indian online gaming industry. The online gaming sector has technologically progressed so widely with the assistance of AI and scientific data analysts that there has been a monstrous expansion in UI development. As a matter of fact, ... Read More
19
Jul2022
WinZO is a platform for local entertainment that utilizes microtransactions and gives its users the choice of over 100 games in five distinct formats and an excess of ten different local languages. The different game contributions incorporate hyper-casual games like Candy Crush, Metro Surfer, Carrom, Chess, Ludo, and Pool to ... Read More
19
Jul2022
Recently, the ascent of new startups in India's online gaming industry has sped up, decidedly affecting the economic pattern of the country. It has certainly become one of the most lucrative sectors on the planet by filling in as a center point for tech lovers and experts alike. Curiously, online ... Read More
15
Jul2022
Zupee, a skill-based online gaming platform, has announced the appointment of Ashwani Rana as the Chief Public Policy Officer. Ashwani joins Zupee from Meta (Facebook), where he was Director of Public Policy for over six years. Before joining Meta, he was with Bharti Airtel for over 10 years as their ... Read More
06
Jul2022
James Bond highlighted the exclusivity of high-stakes poker in Casino Royale. Indian online poker organizations are endeavoring to bring the card game to the majority. On July 1, PokerBaazi.com released a new brand campaign titled "You Hold the Cards" featuring their recently signed brand ambassador, actor Shahid Kapoor.
Varun Ganjoo, Co-Founder ... Read More
06
Jul2022
The Mobile Premier League (MPL) is releasing a new web3 gaming venture, GGX, as the gaming unicorn taps into the play-to-earn (P2E) gaming sector. MPL is in advanced talks to raise $10–$15 million through a simple agreement for future tokens from investors including Spartan Capital and Polygon, valuing the startup ... Read More
30
Jun2022
The gaming guild peculiarity has developed a long way past the online communities of gamers. These guilds are quickly becoming digital nations. Education platforms, community development, crypto-crowdfunding, and the sky's the limit from there.
Gaming guilds: what they are and how they work.
Traditionally, a gaming guild is an assortment of gamers ... Read More