Solidifying its status as an epicenter for the esports and entertainment industries, the Saudi capital, Riyadh, will host the second New Global Sports Conference (NGSC) from August 24 to 25, 2024. This pivotal event will delve into the profound impact of esports on multiple sectors and contribute to the realization of Saudi Arabia's ambitious Vision 2030. Themed "The Future of Fandom," the conference is set to explore new dimensions in the landscape of esports and entertainment with a focus on in-depth analysis of how fans interact with esports and the impact of this interaction on the wider industry.
Set against the backdrop of the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh, the conference will open its arms to more than 1,000 top-tier esports and gaming industry leaders. With over 60 international speakers from diverse backgrounds, the event promises to be a dynamic platform for industry discourse, especially considering Saudi Arabia's high esports engagement rate, with approximately 67% of the total population in Saudi Arabia playing video games. The conference will feature a stellar lineup of global figures in the gaming and esports industry, including H.
E. Abdullah Alswaha , Minister of Communications and Information Technology; HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan , Chairman of the Saudi Esports Federation; Brian Ward , CEO, Savvy Games Group; Arnold Hur , CEO, Gen.G Esports; Mike Milanov , Chairman - Advisory Board, Gaming & Esports at Qiddiya; Ralf Reichert , CEO of the E.