Gaming and esports are no longer viewed solely as entertainment industries, they are increasingly becoming serious business environments where brands, investors, telecoms, retail, and national development initiatives intersect. This panel explores where investment and corporate capital are flowing within gaming today, which business models are gaining traction, and how expectations from investors and strategic partners continue to evolve.

In an industry defined by rapid change, global expansion, and constantly evolving business models, a new generation of leaders is redefining what influence looks like in esports. This panel brings together voices who are not waiting for permission to lead, they are actively shaping the future of competitive gaming through strategic leadership, international growth, and sustainable ecosystem building.

As the esports industry continues to mature, data and analytics are becoming essential tools for turning popularity into measurable business value. This panel explores how advanced audience insights, partnership analytics, and engagement metrics are helping brands, investors, and organizations view esports as a scalable and sustainable investment opportunity.

The Sharks of Sunset brings together some of the region’s most promising sports, esports, and tech startups for a live pitching session in front of VC funds, private investors, and industry leaders. During the program, selected teams will present their ideas, products, and business models to both a live audience and an expert panel searching for the industry’s next breakout success story.

Beyond the opportunity to showcase their projects and receive direct investor feedback, participants will also gain valuable networking opportunities with key players from the startup and gaming ecosystem.

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How are AI tools changing the way we build products, grow communities, and run sports businesses? This interactive workshop offers a practical introduction to the world of “vibe coding”, a new approach to creating digital solutions with the help of AI, without requiring a traditional developer background.

During this session, participants will explore how AI can enhance operations across sports and gaming industries, from ideation and automation to building new digital experiences and tools. Designed for curious professionals, creators, and innovators, the workshop aims to showcase how emerging technologies can become practical business assets in the evolving sport tech landscape.