Why Saudi Arabia is spending billions to become a global Esports power?

Saudi Arabia is betting big on the global gaming industry. It's already gobbled up Electronic Arts in a $55 billion deal and the flagship Esports World Cup is now being held outside the country -- in Paris -- for the first time. This is part of efforts to diversify away from its oil and gas driven economy.

Localisation: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Middle East
Source: France 24
Categorie: economy
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:44:11 GMT