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Farouk Khailann, CEO of Premium Africa Holdings Joins Erez Capital as Venture Partner.

Farouk Khailann is an African Entrepreneur with a strong commitment to Africa’s economic growth. He is the Chief Executive Officer of Premium Africa Holdings, Managing Partner for Akon Lighting, and a Strategic Advisor to the Royal Family of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) The Private Office of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Faisal Al-Qassimi for Strategic Alliances and Policies. The office was established by his Royal Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Faisal Al Qassimi, a member of the ruling family of Sharjah & Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, focusing billions in investment

Team BDS mid laner Xico steals Baron with quick Flash-Smite combo, escapes with Twisted Fate ultimate

Very few League of Legends players can steal a Baron in a pit full of enemies, but even fewer can escape with their health bar still intact. While playing as Twisted Fate, Team BDS mid laner Francisco José “Xico” Cruz Antunes successfully stole the Baron from the hands of the enemy team and managed to escape with his life. His opponents were on the verge of obtaining the team buff just after the 20-minute mark when Xico’s Twisted Fate suddenly appeared in the pit with a blue card in-hand, chosen from

888-ADMIT-IT HelpLine Breaks New Ground with Online Support Program to…

“We want to lead the way for advancing problem gambling support services available in the United States,” said Jennifer Kruse, Executive Director of FCCG. SANFORD, Fla. (PRWEB) September 20, 2021 The Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling (FCCG) is launching a new, no-cost Online Program for Problem Gamblers (OPPG), created with partnership support from the Seminole Tribe of Florida. Floridians can now access online interactive support immediately, on-demand. No insurance is needed and no additional payments for in-person services are charged. Designed using the latest science, combined with data generated from

Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada to Host $10,000 Fortnite…

TORONTO (PRWEB) July 01, 2021 Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada (CLFC) is proud to announce its upcoming Brains and Brawn campaign. The campaign will feature a two-week livestream fundraiser along with a two-day online Fortnite tournament with total prizing of $10,000. CLFC is a Registered Canadian Charity whose mission is to advance the study, treatment, and prevention of the effects of brain trauma in Canadian athletes, military personnel and other at-risk groups. “Teaching young people about brain health and performance, by leveraging the powerful engaging medium of video games, can have

Unity, Sony, IEEE to take the stage at the VR/AR Global Summit ONLINE…

This summit will bring together some of the world’s greatest designers, hardware manufactures, software developers, marketers, end users and entrepreneurs to share ideas, best practices, network, and get business done,” says Nathan Pettyjohn, President of the VR/AR Association. PALO ALTO, Calif. (PRWEB) May 10, 2021 After organizing the virtual VR/AR Global Summits in 2020, the largest global ecosystem of VR/AR companies, brands, and professionals is going virtual again. The theme of the summit is “The Time is Now,” and it will feature thought-leaders and creatives from around the globe in

Overwatch Director Jeff Kaplan Leaving Blizzard Entertainment

Blizzard Entertainment announced Tuesday that Jeff Kaplan, director of Overwatch, is leaving the company. With his departure,  Aaron Keller, one of the members of the Overwatch executive team will be stepping in as the game’s director. As part of the announcement, Blizzard shared a note written by Kaplan to Overwatch fans: “I am leaving Blizzard Entertainment after 19 amazing years. It was truly the honor of a lifetime to have the opportunity to create worlds and heroes for such a passionate audience. I want to express my deep appreciation to

University of Kentucky, Gen.G and ISA join forces to launch student exchange programme in South Korea

The University of Kentucky (UK) has joined forces with esports organisation Gen.G and scholar association International Studies Abroad (ISA) to launch an international esports exchange programme in Seoul, South Korea.  Starting this May, the programme will offer students a four-week stay at Hanyang University or Korea University. KHSAA E-Sports Championship on January 30, 2020. Credit: Pete Comparoni | UKphoto RELATED: University of Kentucky and Gen.G join forces to host invitational tournament According to the release, the programme is an initiative from the university’s UK Student Success and Education Abroad &

Misfits Gaming Group launches ‘Women of Misfits’ platform

Florida-based esports organisation Misfits Gaming Group (MGG) has launched the ‘Women of Misfits’ platform to mentor and inspire women within the sports and gaming sector. The Women of Misfits platform includes a monthly speaker series with ‘industry leaders and visionaries’ which will be broadcast on MGG’s YouTube channel. Moderated by MGG executives, the sessions will focus on mentorship, development, networking, and advocacy. Image credit: Misfits Gaming Group RELATED: Misfits Gaming Group renews SoFi partnership Confirmed speakers include pro tennis player Chris Evert, comedian and YouTube personality GloZell Green, and the first black

Misfits Gaming Group Creates New Advocacy Platform, ‘Women of Misfits’ 

Florida-based esports and entertainment company Misfits Gaming Group (MGG) announced Thursday the launch of a new women’s advocacy program called “Women of Misfits.” With an approach that will focus on the four core pillars of mentorship, development, network and advocacy, the program will bring on a guest speaker each month to educate those in attendance and tell their story. The platform will be curated and led by women executives at MGG. MGG has already confirmed its first four guest speakers which are Chris Evert, 18-time Grand Slam singles champion and