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Born in India in 1958, Kohli showed an early aptitude for maths and science, earning a place at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) to study electrical engineering

The gaming market has demonstrated remarkable growth over the past three years, with revenues climbing steadily from $281.77 billion in 2023 to $310.97 billion in 2024.

Thought leader Oluwaleke Fakorede talks us through how blockchain technology is transforming gaming economics and user experience.

The Microsoft Excel World Championship 2024 was a global competition testing Excel skills, with participants competing in online and live rounds.

This is the fifth time the team has won the World Championship and the fifth for famous T1 player Lee Sang-hook, better known as "Faker."

Global betting in Esports is enjoying an unprecedented surge in sales, with experts predicting it could reach $35.6 Billion by 2031

In 2017, franchise teams invested $20 million each for a slot in the Overwatch League, with eight expansion slots later sold for $35 million each.

Saudi Arabia are keen on making its nation a leading hub in the world for esports whilst also taking the industry to new heights with greater rewards.

The virtual driver beat out some of the world's best esports racers in the first-ever edition of the sim racing competition which took place this past weekend.

Racing Prodigy edges towards merging virtual racing with real-world racing as they ultimately aim to foster more opportunities for emerging motorsport fanatics.

A study by Uswitch has revealed the most profitable games to compete in, with Nick Baker highlighting the importance of a good internet connection for gamers.

Research carried out by BesteOnlineCasinos has revealed the countries with the largest difference in earnings between male and female eSports players.

Research findings from King Casino Bonus have revealed insight into the world's richest eSports gamers, with Dota 2 players featured heavily.

Why are the two industries interested in each other?

More virtual races could be organised this season as a replacement for the eight races that have already been suspended

Gamers can bet on their own abilities in games like Fortnite, PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds and League of Legends.

Professional Fifa gamers are now earning more money than a quarter of professional footballers in the top four divisions of English football.

The answer may be found in Turkmenistan...

Paris bid co-president talks up competitive gaming.

Your weekly pick of the biggest gaming stories from the past seven days.

Professional gaming heads to the BBC in first deal of its kind signed by the corporation.

Blizzard reveals more about its ambitious esports competition.

MLB applies for extension on time limit to oppose trademark application.

Prize pot races past $20.8 million mark as The International 2017 breaks last year's record.

Mike Ashley latest high street investment joins his stakes in Debenhams and French Connection.

With city-based teams fostering local support, Overwatch League could be the future of pro gaming.

IBTimes UK speaks to Overwatch League commissioner Nate Nanzer.

IBTimes UK visits Alexandra Palace to see how drone racing went from hobby to international sport.

UK competitor Matthew Evans shares top tips with IBTimes UK ahead of the 2017 DRL Allianz World Championship.

Teams hoping to impress the pro league will get their chance in this online-only tournament.