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Esports betting platform Midnite has announced the closing of a $16m (~£11.78m) Series A funding round led by The Raine Group, a company that has previously invested in DraftKings. The round was also supported by previous investors in Midnite, such as Makers Fund and Venrex. (ESI Illustration)...

London-based esports organisation LDN UTD has announced The Vamps bass guitarist Connor Ball as its new Co-owner. According to a release, Ball has ‘personally invested’ in the organisation and will become a member of its strategic advisory board. Image credit: LDN UTD RELATED: LDN UTD announces noblechairs partnership Alongside his role as Co-owner,...

EXCEL Esports Co-founder Kieran Holmes-Darby has been appointed as Formula E’s Gaming Director.  As part of his role, Holmes-Darby will oversee upcoming gamified experiences for Formula E and will help grow the electric motorsport’s gaming products.  (ESI Illustration) Image credit: Formula E RELATED: EXCEL partners with sports fashion retailer...