The EU Digital Content Directive will have severe implications on the video game and esports market that will affect their business model.
The reasons for the decision against Google for breach of the Italian gambling advertising ban unveil new elements to be considered during marketing activities on the Internet.
What are the main regulations imposing restrictions on loot boxes? And why are they so much under the radar of authorities?
Cheating activities in Esports can lead to the breach of tournaments' rules, but also to copyright infringement with strategies aimed at maximizing the issue of sanctions.
A recent decision outlined new grounds to challenge software cheating of videogames due to breach of contract and copyright infringement.
The growth of revenues generated by the esports industry is leading to new legal issues that in our predictions are likely to be addressed with different solutions in 2020.
The eSerie A of esports has now been launched, unveiling new questions on potential legal issues relating to advergaming.
There are prominent differences between contracting esports and sports players, which might have long term negative consequences, if not considered.
Loot boxes shall display odds to gain the approval by the major video game console manufacturers to be on their platforms.
There is no enough evidence that video gaming loot boxes are gambling in the UK, but gambling rules might apply to eSports venues in Japan.