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How fighting-game community rallied around MD player detained by ICE
The fighting-game community rallied to raise money to retain an immigration attorney and secure the release of a Maryland man detained by ICE.
Esports seen as pathway to boost diversity in STEM careers
A growing effort to channel students' enthusiasm for esports toward preparing them for jobs in STEM could address the lack of racial diversity in STEM careers.
Esports video games hold vast betting potential, experts say
Competitive video games hold vast economic potential, participants in an industry conference said.
Baltimore ranked as 4th best city in U.S. and Canada for gamers
A recent report listed Baltimore as the fourth-best city in the United States and Canada for gamers.
Esports giant Riot settles discrimination case for $100M
Riot Games agreed to pay $100 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging pay disparity, gender discrimination and sexual harassment.
UMBC duo wins ‘Fortnite’ Esports Invitational, $5K grand prize
A team of two competitors from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) defeated Cal State Fullerton of the Big West Conference to become the first champion of the Collegiate Esports Invitational featuring […]
Cordish, Comcast plan esports arena for Philly
The Baltimore-based Cordish Companies and Comcast Spectacor today announced plans for a $50 million esports and entertainment venue at the Philadelphia Sports Complex. What the companies called a first-of-its-kind venue will seat […]
Md. college campuses a part of growing esports trend
The newest athletes on college campuses these days do not throw a ball, run sprints or carry a stick. Instead they sit in front of a computer for hours, honing […]
Md. esports shooting survivor tells story, files lawsuit
Jacob Mitich had made it to Round Two of the Madden NFL 19 tournament in Jacksonville, and had almost scored a touchdown when the shots rang out.
