The International Esports Federation (GEF) has launched an Innovation and Analysis Centre in Athens, Greece, in a collaboration with non-profit organisation Socialinnov.
The ability goals to strengthen the native esports ecosystem within the nation, whereas increasing alternatives inside the trade.
Along with the programmes, the Innovation and Analysis Centre (IRC) will allow higher cooperation throughout a number of areas and goals to open the door for funding alternatives that target accountable gaming habits and creating sustainable profession pathways.
“The launch of our Innovation and Analysis Centre in Athens is a milestone within the GEF’s journey to form an inclusive and impactful future for esports,” stated Thanos Karagrounas, Chief Impression Officer on the GEF.
“By combining Socialinnov’s deep experience in digital empowerment with the GEF’s worldwide community, we are going to unlock new alternatives for innovation, schooling, and funding.”
Based in 2013, Socialinnov goals to supply youth and communities with digital abilities, enabling them to upskill and reskill to embark on careers inside digital industries. In April 2025, it secured $100,000 (~£74,334) in a funding spherical.
International Esports Federation in 2025
Over the previous eight months, the International Esports Federation has continued to function numerous initiatives internationally. This 12 months will see Peru host the International Esports Video games occasion to start a multi-year deal between Lima, the nation’s capital metropolis and the governing physique.
The occasion was initially set to happen in 2024, however was pushed again to this 12 months, marking the beginning of the International Esports Tour, which goals to develop esports in new areas.
In August, the Federation revealed that Los Angeles, California, will host the 2026 occasion, with the Los Angeles Occasions Media Group appearing because the host associate.
