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ESIC and WIPO launch games and esports tribunal

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Jan 30, 2025


ESIC and WIPO launch IGET esports tribunal
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The Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC) and the Arbitration and Mediation Center of the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO AMC) have launched the International Games and Esports Tribunal (IGET).

The not-for-profit dispute resolution body aims to provide Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) services for stakeholders in the esports and gaming industries.

According to a press release, IGET was designed to effectively accommodate the unique needs of the fast-paced, global esports and gaming industries. The platform addresses a broad range of disputes, including integrity-related matters, commercial disputes, intellectual property (IP) conflicts and contractual disagreements.

ESIC noted that a panel of specialised arbitrators and mediators with an understanding of the industries’ nuances and challenges will be used to resolve disputes swiftly and across the globe, regardless of jurisdiction.

In addition to the tribunal, a series of public webinar information sessions will soon be made available. The webinars will inform stakeholders about IGET’s dispute resolution offerings, the steps involved in bringing a matter to the tribunal as well as how to incorporate the IGET model clause into agreements.

Moreover, attendees will be able to ask questions directly from IGET representatives. Further information on the webinars will be published on the tribunal’s website.

Following the creation of the tribunal, ESIC will immediately transition the functions of its Independent Appeals Panel to IGET, making it the exclusive jurisdiction for all ESIC appeals.

“The launch of IGET is a significant and important milestone for the global video games and esports industries,” said ESIC’s CEO, Stephen Hanna.

“By combining ESIC’s expertise in maintaining integrity with WIPO’s authority in intellectual property dispute resolution, this initiative will ensure that disputes are handled professionally and swiftly, maintaining the integrity that underpins these industries’ growth and credibility.”

Who are ESIC and WIPO

Founded in 2018, ESIC aims to protect youth, promote industry investment and safeguard the sporting integrity of esports by addressing integrity breaches in the industry. This notably includes cheating and match-fixing. To achieve its goals, the commission has partnered with various relevant stakeholders, such as game publishers, tournament organisers, sports governing bodies and bookmakers.

Last year, ESIC launched its esports integrity education platform, FairPlay Academy. The hub provides educational programmes to players, coaches, organisers and fans.

WIPO is a self-funding agency of the United Nations that serves as the global forum for IP services, policy, information and cooperation.

Lea Maas

Lea is a business student with too many passions and too little time. In addition to missing her shots in Valorant, she spends her free time advocating for mental health awareness and fostering inclusive esports communities.

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