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Why the esports industry is embracing Saudi Arabian investment

In 2024, one of the few institutions still funding esports is Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, which is currently throwing money into the industry from all directions.
June 05, 2024

Why the esports industry is embracing Saudi Arabian investment

In 2024, one of the few institutions still funding esports is Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, which is currently throwing money into the industry from all directions.

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