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Fandifi Technology Teams Up with Esports Awards
Fandifi Technology Corp has announced that the company is teaming up with Esports Awards to present day #1 of LVL Up Las Vegas. LVL Up Las Vegas is taking place December 11-13 coinciding with the 2022 Esports Awards.
LVL Up is the ultimate esports business arena. On stage, during these rich and intense two days of networking, conferences, and sessions, attendees will see top executives from endemic and non-endemic brands share their experiences, discuss strategic development in esports, and more. Attendees from around the world will meet leaders in esports, future partners, and peers in one of the most astounding locations possible, Resorts World Las Vegas.
âWe are honoured and excited to be participating in the LVL Up esports business arena. Being able to network with leading brands, influencers, platforms, publishers and other esports industry leaders will provide us a fantastic opportunity to raise brand awareness and market positioning for Fandifiâs fan engagement platform. Weâre looking forward to connecting with new and prospective partners while showcasing the Fandifi platform,â David Vinokurov, President and CEO of Fandifi, said.
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HAWKS TALON GC ADVANCE TO ROUND FOUR IN BRACKET PLAY OF SLAM OPEN
Hawks Talon GC, the official NBA 2K League affiliate of the Atlanta Hawks, advanced to the fourth round of bracket play in the SLAM OPEN after a 3-1 victory over the No. 19 seeded Gen.G Tigers on Thursday night.
Talon took game one 21-19, followed by wins of 22-13 and 22-9 in games three and four to close out the series. Mark David âMDSâ Smith lead the way, netting 16 and 10 points in games three and four. âMDSâ averaged 9.5 points on .700% from the field (14-20 FGM) and .770% from deep (10-13 3FGM) and 4.0 assists over the four games.
âThe team is really working as a unit right now, and that includes all five guys and not just the three playing,â said Hawks Talon head coach Ismael âMAELOâ Diaz Tolentino. âTheyâre communicating constantly, and Iâm really happy to have a group of guys like this.â
The No. 22 seeded Talon advanced with victories over No. 11 Bucks Gaming (3-0) last Friday night, No. 27 Rim Runners (3-1) on Wednesday night, and No. 19 Gen.G Tigers (3-1) Thursday night.
Hawks Talon will face No. 2 Lakers Gaming in round four on Friday at 7:30 p.m.
In the double elimination bracket format, Hawks Talon will advance to the semifinals portion of the bracket with a win against Lakers Gaming tomorrow night or will bump down to the losers portion of the bracket with a loss, where all games would be single elimination. All semifinals and finals games will be played on Saturday afternoon
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The Worldâs Best Street Fighter 6 Players Are Set to Clash at Red Bull Kumite New York on March 16th & 17th â Hereâs Everything You Need to Know!
- The two-day event will be held at the historic Greenpoint Terminal Warehouse, New York, March 16 & 17, 2024.
- The Main Event on March 17 will be in single elimination format, where 16 players, including an invitee and the Play-In winner, battle through a bracket drawn during the opening ceremony in first-to-five matches.
- Confirmed fighters include renowned players such as reigning champion Adel “Big Bird” Anouche, Valentin “Valmaster” Petit and Lin “Oil King” Li-wei.
- Commentary lineup features Michael “Yipes” Mendoza, Femi “F-Word” Adeboye, and others for expert insight and analysis.
- AOC returns as the Official Monitor Partner with PlayStation as the Official Console Partner and Vitrix as the official partner of peripherals.
- The tournament will be streamed live on twitch.tv/redbull and youtube.com/@redbullgaming.
Red Bull Kumite, the eminent Street Fighter 6 tournament, is set to take place this weekend in New York with the full roster of fighters announced and ready to duke it out for the title of Red Bull Kumite 2024 Champion. Hereâs everything you need to know!
A highlight in the Fighting Game Communityâs calendar, the two-day event will take place at the historic Greenpoint Terminal Warehouse, a fitting venue for what will be one of the most memorable FGC events of 2024. Bringing a rich and immersive storyline to this yearâs tournament, fans will play witness to the villainous Battle Kingâs scheme to rule the underground world of Street Fighter, with only one hero set to emerge victorious.
Confirming the final players who complete the exciting lineup, Red Bull Kumite New York features notable talent such as French competitor Valentin “Valmaster” Petit and the 2023 EVO JP Champion, Lin “Oil King” Li-wei. Since January, fierce competition has also been unfolding on local battlefields, with numerous contenders vying for the last two coveted spots in the Grand Final. Last yearâs champion Adel “Big Bird” Anouche will be returning to the iconic cage to defend his title in the ultimate Street Fighter showdown. Players from Japan, Italy, USA, Canada, and France have been competing for the final play-in spots and will be in with a chance to overthrow the pros in what would surely be one of the biggest upsets in FGC esports.
Red Bull Kumite New York kicks off with the Play-In on March 16th, featuring a double-elimination, first-to-three tournament between the eight players who have come from World Qualifiers. The winner will then qualify for the Main Event on March 17th.
The Main Event is a single-elimination tournament featuring 16 players, including 14 that have been directly invited, and winners of the Last Chance Qualifier and Play-In. The bracket draw will take place at the opening ceremony, preceding the action kicking off from round one all the way to the Grand Final, all played in a first-to-five format (BO9).
With the stakes at their highest, the event promises a stellar showcase of unbridled talent, complemented by a distinguished commentary team. Renowned players Joe “LI Joe” Ciaramelli and host Rob âRobTVâ Burney will join forces to guide viewers through the thrilling matches. The commentary lineup also includes Michael “Yipes” Mendoza, reporter Zhi Liang Chew, Femi “F-Word” Adeboye, Logan Sama, and Samantha “Persia” Hancock, all returning for another year to provide expert insight and analysis.
Confirmed players for Red Bull Kumite 2024 are as follows:
- Victor “Punk” Woodley (USA)
- Saul Leonardo “MenaRD” Mena II (Dominican Republic)
- Tsunehiro “Gachikun” Kanamori (Japan)
- Adel “Big Bird” Anouche (United Arab Emirates)
- Wong “Chris Wong” Yuk-cheung (Hong Kong)
- Derek “iDom” Ruffin (USA)
- Hibiki The Beast (Japan)
- Masato “Bonchan” Takahashi (Japan)
- Lin “Oil King” Li-wei (Taiwan)
- Valentin “Valmaster” Petit (France)
- Hajime âTokidoâ Taniguchi (Japan)
- Du “NuckleDu” Dang (United States)
- Shin “Leshar” Moon-sup (South Korea)
- Rob “Broski” Livingston (United Kingdom)
Play-in competitors vying for a spot in the grand final:
- USA: Noah “NoahTheProdigy” Solis
- USA: Sean âShineâ Simpson
- USA: Alan âNephewâ Sun
- USA: Stephen “Space Boy” Agyemang
- France: Nathan “Mister Crimson” Massol
- Italy: Andrea “Garnet” Parlangeli
- Japan: Ryukichi
- Canada: Kuang “Zhen”
Red Bull Kumite New York is joined by three amazing partners for 2024 including AOC as the Official Monitor Partner, bringing exceptional visual clarity and ultra-high refresh rates to competitors, while PlayStation kicks into gear as the Official Console Partner. Red Bull Kumite New York will also be partnering with world-leading peripherals and accessories manufacturer, Victrix, to provide unique and accessible gear to the gaming community.
Watch Red Bull Kumite New York live on March 16 and March 17 via twitch and youtube.
Please see below for a recap:
- Red Bull Kumite, the prestigious fighting game tournament, will take place in New York and kick off on March 16 & 17, 2024 at Brooklynâs historic Greenpoint Terminal Warehouse
- AOC will be this yearâs official Monitor Partner, bringing exceptional visual clarity and ultra-high refresh rates to competitors. Playstation joins Red Bull Kumite for the first time as Official Console Partner with Victrix joining as official partner of peripherals.
AOC
Founded in 1967, AOC is a globally leading monitor and IT accessories brand and a subsidiary of TPV Technology Limited, the worldâs largest LCD manufacturer. AOCâs comprehensive product portfolio provides innovative, ergonomic, environmentally conscious and stylish solutions for professional as well as personal applications. The sub-brand of AOC, AGON by AOC, offers one of the strongest portfolios of high-performance gaming monitors in the world and a complete ecosystem of gaming accessories grouped in three categories: AOC GAMING for core gamers, AGON for competitive gamers and AGON PRO for esports enthusiasts and professional esports players. Since 2020 AGON by AOC has been one of the leading gaming monitor brands and a top choice of gamers worldwide.For more information please refer to AGON by AOC’s official website or follow AGON by AOC on Facebook, X or Instagram.
PlayStation
PlayStation Tournaments enables gamers of all levels to compete, win prizes, and connect with others worldwide, directly from their PlayStation consoles. PS5 Tournaments are available in a diverse range of games, fostering a community where participants can showcase their skills, enjoy competitive play, and take-home incredible prizes.
Victrix
PDP Gaming is an industry leader providing high-quality licensed peripherals and accessories for all major video game platforms. PDP believes that design-forward, high-performance gear should be as unique and accessible as the gaming community itself. From beginner to professional, PDPâs product lines offer uncompromising performance and striking designs that transport gamers into seamless, immersive experiences where competition, connection, and personal expression are limitless. Victrix by PDP is purpose built for Esports athletes and enthusiasts looking for unmatched performance and competitive advantage. For over 25 years, PDP has been supplying video game peripherals and accessories to major retailers across the world, including the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. For more information, visit PDP website and VICTRIXPRO website.
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HAWKS TALON GC HOSTS RAPTORS UPRISING GC FOR LIVE GAME; CONCLUDES GROUP PLAY OF SLAM OPEN
Hawks Talon GC, the official NBA 2K League affiliate of the Atlanta Hawks, hosted Raptors Uprising GC for the final group play game of the SLAM OPEN, falling 1-3.
It marked the fourth live game ever hosted at âThe Lab presented by Diggi Games by Georgia Lotteryâ, and the first of two live games Hawks Talon will host this season.
âIt was super fun to see the support we got tonight,â said Hawks Talon rookie Tyler âBaitpickkâ Montague. âHaving fans cheer for us, cheerleaders, the DJ, it was a really cool first live game experience as a rookie.â
Talon finished the group play portion of the SLAM with a 1-3 record and 10 group play points. They will now advance to the bracket play portion of the SLAM OPEN, where all 25 NBA 2K League teams and seven community teams will advance to a 32-team double elimination bracket, which will take place over two weeks.
âThe games that matter start now,â said Hawks Talon head coach Ismael âMAELOâ Diaz Tolentino. âWe have to regroup, log back in, and make sure weâre ready to play our best brand of ball heading into bracket play.â
The bracket for the SLAM OPEN will be released at a later date.
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