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Saudi Arabia Launches Summer 2024 eSports World Cup

Football megastar Ronaldo was in attendance, and was honored to meet His Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

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On Monday, October 23, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia announced the launch of the eSports World Cup. The event will be held annually from Summer 2024 in the Kingdom’s capital, Riyadh.

The eSports World Cup is the largest of its kind and will help to consolidate the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s position as an international pro gaming hub. The event will include games across a wide range of genres, with players competing for the largest pool of prize money ever to be issued at this type of event.

According to Arab News, the newly announced World Cup should boost the Saudi Arabian GDP by over 13 billion USD while creating nearly 40,000 new jobs.

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During the launch, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo, who was invited to the event. The star shared several images on social media and said he was honored to meet the Crown Prince.

The eSports World Cup launch also allowed Saudi Arabian officials to announce the establishment of the eSports World Cup Foundation, a non-profit organization to boost sustainability and cement the Kingdom’s place as a global gaming hub.

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The Saudi government is currently going to great lengths to promote the growth of the local gaming industry through its National Gaming and Esports Strategy.

Saudi Arabia is already home to the MENA’s leading gaming industry. The country has around 21 million gamers (nearly 58% of the population) and is the 19th biggest gaming market in the world, with a projected value of $2.6 billion by 2027 — a growth rate of 7.5% per year.

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Skyloov Shakes Up UAE Real Estate Sector With Record Growth

Launched in October 2024, the property portal is already recording an impressive 2.7 million monthly visitors.

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Skyloov, the UAE’s newest real estate platform, has gained huge traction since launching in October 2024. Focused on “innovation, transparency, and user empowerment,” the startup has quickly positioned itself as a major player in the region’s competitive property market.

In just a few months, Skyloov has recorded an impressive 2.7 million monthly visitors — an indicator of how well it’s resonating with UAE buyers, renters, and investors. The portal already boasts 110,000 property listings spanning all seven emirates, 1,000 licensed brokers, and over 70,000 daily property searches.

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“Skyloov is not just another property portal; it’s a game-changer in how real estate is discovered and sold,” said Dr. Abdulaziz Albwardi, Chairman of the Board at Skyloov. “Our achievements in such a short time reflect our commitment to offering a transparent and innovative platform that meets the evolving needs of property seekers and brokers alike. We are here to challenge the status quo and empower our users to succeed in a competitive market”.

What sets Skyloov apart is its cutting-edge technology and user-centric design. Features like AI-powered property matchmaking and voice-activated search within its mobile app make finding the perfect property simple and intuitive. The platform’s integration with the Dubai Land Department (DLD) also ensures every listing is verified, offering users peace of mind in their search. Meanwhile, brokers benefit from an array of listing and management tools, supported by real-time analytics that the company claims deliver high-quality leads and tangible results.

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Skyloov’s rapid success makes it one of the fastest-growing platforms in the UAE’s real estate market, and the company is already laying the groundwork to become the leading property portal in the entire MENA region. By continuing to prioritize innovation, transparency, and user empowerment, Skyloov is not just competing — it’s setting new benchmarks for the industry.

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