Content creation company ESP Gaming has revealed that it has acquired esports tournament platform Auzom, which provides competitions for PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds in both Europe and North America. This deal means that Auzom will becoming the platform for ESP's own events, and ESP will also help Auzom launch new games and competitions too.
"We're thrilled to welcome Auzom to the ESP Gaming family and look forward to an industry-changing partnership," said Jeff Liboon, President of ESP Gaming. "Auzom has become a clear leader in the online competitive esports community with its tournaments and broadcasts, innovative formats and commitment to excellence. With the acquisition, we are accelerating our ability to produce and host world-class online tournaments and drive further growth and innovation."
Gerard 'Atlas' Kelly has also been recruited by ESP as VP of League Operations to look after logistics, events, player management, and leagues, having worked as co-founder of Team NRG in the past. "I look forward to joining ESP Gaming and to have the opportunity to spearhead the company's league operations," said Kelly. "We will immediately begin work developing esports initiatives that will transform the industry."
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