Why Saudi Arabia is spending billions to become a global Esports power?
France 24
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Saudi Arabia is making bold moves to establish itself as a global gaming powerhouse, acquiring Electronic Arts for $55 billion as part of efforts to diversify its oil-dependent economy. The nation is hosting the prestigious Esports World Cup, which is being held internationally for the first time.
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Saudi Arabia is betting big on the global gaming industry. It's already gobbled up Electronic Arts in a $55 billion deal and the flagship Esports World Cup is now being held outside the country -- in Paris -- for the first time. This is part of efforts to diversify away from its oil and gas driven economy.
Saudi Arabia is betting big on the global gaming industry. It's already gobbled up Electronic Arts in a $55 billion deal and the flagship Esports World Cup is now being held outside the country -- in Paris -- for the first time. This is part of efforts to diversify away from its oil and gas driven economy.
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