Esports is booming and not expected to slow down anytime soon. As brands discover the loyal fanbase for this new frontier of gaming and turn to the gamification of their ad strategies, many advertisers believe gaming will be the next huge advertising channel. The esports audience is expected to bypass half a billion in 2022, while generating more than $1 billion of revenue. Businesses of all sizes are increasing their investments in esports and its players. But how do brands capture the fleeting and fragmented attention of mobile gamers? Adweek helps you keep up with esports trends, new games, partnerships and platforms. Plus, hear insights from esports executives and marketers on what they’re doing to capitalize on the industry’s growth momentum.

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Amazon Takes Ryan Reynolds’ Advice, Replaces Burger King as Stevenage FC Sponsor

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