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1. • • The island aims to capitalise on the billion-dollar e-sports sector, banking on its infrastructure investments, status as a global business hub and gaming ecosystem to become South-east Asia's leading destination for the fast-growing sport.
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     Singapore sets sights on becoming world force in e-sports

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   Why is e-sports growing in Singapore?

   • Singapore has been eager to capture a slice of the growing e-sports market, as part of efforts to cement its status as a top global sporting venue. The industry's revenue grew from US$996 million globally in 2020 to US$1.14 billion last year, according to market research firm Newzoo, with the figure projected to hit US$1.38 billion this year.

   Can Singapore achieve its e-sports hub ambitions? - CNA

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   How many esports fans does Singapore have in 2021?

   • In 2021, Singapore had an esports audience of about 700,000, a small figure when compared to Indonesia (17 million), Vietnam (8.1 million), and the Philippines (6.7 million), for example, but quite significant when the city-state's small population of around five million is taken into account.

   What to Know About the Esports Industry of Singapore

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   Can Singapore become a world force in esports?

   • WATCH: Singapore is setting its sights on becoming a world force in esports. (Source: Quicktake) This article is for subscribers only. Singapore may not compete for gold in many Olympic events, but the tiny city-state is emerging as a force in a different kind of sport: mobile and video games.

   Singapore Sets Its Sights on Becoming a World Force in Esports

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   Is the esports industry catching up with the rest of the world?

   • The Singapore esports industry is catching up with the rest of the world. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, the esports industry has slowly been rising amidst technology shifts. Mobile apps and competitive games have also been present amongst their target audience.

   Looking into the growth of Singapore's esports industry

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   Can Singapore be a hub for gaming & e-sports?

   • Gaming grew at compound annual growth rates of 70 per cent annually between 2017 and 2022, ahead of e-commerce and online services. Mr Tan said in his opening speech on Friday that Singapore can be a hub for the gaming and e-sports markets in Asia, which is home to more than half of the world’s gamers.

   Singapore eyes a slice of South-east Asia’s $6.9 billion gaming pie

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   Why do Singaporeans attend e-sports events?

   • Mr Roy Kek, chief executive officer and co-founder of EMERGE Esports, a Singapore-based professional gaming and e-sports talent management firm, said spectators have come from around the world to watch the tournament, giving a boost to local tourism and businesses. "We don't just have Singaporeans who attend our events.

   Can Singapore achieve its e-sports hub ambitions? - CNA

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3. thebeat.asia › singapore › vibeWhat to Know About the Esports Industry of Singapore

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   Feb 28, 2023 · In 2021, Singapore had an esports audience of about 700,000, a small figure when compared to Indonesia (17 million), Vietnam (8.1 million), and the Philippines (6.7 million), for example, but quite significant when the city-state's small population of around five million is taken into account.

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   Jun 13, 2022 · Local e-sports talents, companies and associations interviewed by TODAY were quick to point to several factors that make Singapore attractive to tournament organisers, such as the island’s...

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   Aug 6, 2021 · E-sports, or multiplayer mobile and video games played competitively by professional gamers, has morphed from a niche market into a mainstream phenomenon, turbocharged by rising mobile...

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   Feb 1, 2021 · The Singapore esports industry is catching up with the rest of the world. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, the esports industry has slowly been rising amidst technology shifts. Mobile apps and competitive games have also been present amongst their target audience.

8. www.straitstimes.com › tech › singapore-eyes-a-sliceSingapore eyes a slice of South-east Asia’s $6.9 billion ...

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   Nov 3, 2023 · SINGAPORE - Singapore has set its sights on South-east Asia’s video gaming market, which is now worth US$5 billion (S$6.9 billion) and is backed by 270 million gamers.

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   Aug 5, 2021 · Singapore Sets Its Sights on Becoming a World Force in Esports. Southeast Asia to see fastest esports revenue growth globally; Singapore’s infrastructure and ecosystem put it in the lead

10. www.channelnewsasia.com › singapore › esportsCan Singapore achieve its e-sports hub ambitions? - CNA

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    Oct 26, 2022 · Europe-based OG Esports’ chief executive officer JMR Luna said Singapore has the resources and capabilities to grow its e-sports scene, citing its higher income population, better...