HOW WILL ESPORTS CREATE A NEW GLOBAL OLYMPIC ARENA?

During this session, H.R.H. Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud the eSports popularity and engagement, user experience, and application of gaming technologies across industries.

Discussion touches on the growth and mainstream acceptance of esports, comparing it to traditional sports like the NFL, World Cup, and Olympics in terms of viewership hours. The conversation highlights the strategic investments being made to position the gaming industry as a leader over the next decade, drawing parallels to Amazon's early focus on user experience. H.R.H. Prince Faisal continues on the importance of community and user-centric approaches for sustaining innovation and growth in the esports sector—both of which areas he believes are underscored.

Lastly, to showcase the technological advancements driven by gaming, the conversation touches on the integration of gaming engines in various industries, including real estate and defense, and the use of AI in training both top-level players and specialized workforces.