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As the world continues to become more technologically integrated, new markets will start to emerge. The world of competitive video gaming is developing quickly and becoming an international phenomenon. With millions of fans and billions of dollars up for grabs, eSports has investors very excited for what the future of the industry has to offer. Gamers have come together from all over the world, developing from casual players to serious stars who have the ability to rake in seven-figures. A huge chunk of their revenue stems from streaming services, like Twitch, where fans can tune in as their favorite gamer plays. There are new financial commitments every day, and more are trying to get a piece of the pie before it’s to late.