Runestone announced as the Title Partner of Global Esports Industry Week 2026

Runestone, the esports data and integrity infrastructure provider, has been announced as Title Partner of Global Esports Industry Week 2026. The partnership highlights Runestone’s growing role as a trusted data partner for publishers and tournament organisers, enabling new revenue opportunities while protecting the integrity of competitive play.

Runestone provides end-to-end infrastructure for real-time data collection and distribution, advanced integrity monitoring, and enhanced fan engagement through data-driven experiences. Following a year of rapid growth, supporting more than 60 global events and analysing over 10,000 maps in 2025, the company is set to scale significantly in 2026, more than doubling covered events. Recent milestones include its appointment as Official Data Partner for PGL’s Cluj-Napoca 2026 event, alongside partnerships with StarLadder and the Roman Imperium Cup.

Shane Clarke, Runestone Managing Director, stated: “Runestone’s mission is to strengthen the foundations of esports by making official data more secure, more accessible, and more valuable for the entire ecosystem. From grassroots competitions to the biggest international events, we’re focused on helping organisers protect competitive integrity, unlock new commercial opportunities, and deliver richer experiences for fans. Becoming Title Partner of Global Esports Industry Week 2026 is an important milestone for us. It reflects the momentum we’ve built over the past year and our growing role in supporting the industry at scale”.

Sam Cooke, CEO of The Insights Group (The Esports Radar), said: “We’re delighted to be working with Runestone, who’ve been ramping up activity in regards to key and targeted rightsholder partnerships in esports, and more broadly scaling the business since their launch last year. There’s a lot more to come and we’re excited to have them on board with us for Global Esports Industry Week this year.”

Amongst the attendees gathering at the Global Esports Industry Week 2026 include the likes of ESL FACEIT Group, the Esports World Cup Foundation, ENorth Media, MOONTON, NODWIN, Starladder, Corsair, BLAST, ESBD, MSI, HEROIC, World Intellectual Property Organisation, AOC, NES (Nesma Esports), Riot Games, Ubisoft with many more to be announced.

About Global Esports Industry Week

Global Esports Industry Week is an annual international gathering for those operating in and around the esports sector. From conference and expo, to evening socials, dinners & brunches, to padel tournaments, workshops, community events and more, and always alongside a major tournament finals, there’s plenty to keep you occupied and entertained at GEIW. Organised by The Esports Radar and ESIC, GEIW is designed to support sustainable growth, collaboration, and innovation across the global esports ecosystem, alongside celebrating excellence and ambition.

About Runestone

Runestone is a data and engagement infrastructure that transforms live esports into interactive, data-driven experiences. Using real-time in-game information sourced directly from tournament organizers and publishers, Runestone delivers fast, accurate overlays and analytics that elevate broadcasts, deepen fan engagement, and unlock meaningful operational insights. Committed to transparency and competitive integrity, Runestone also monitors matches for suspicious activity to protect fair play and strengthen trust across the esports ecosystem.

About The Esports Radar & The Insights Group

The Insights Group is a media and events company dedicated to the digital entertainment, sports and tech sectors. Included in its media and events services is The Esports Radar, which provides daily multimedia coverage and in-depth analysis into the evolving world of esports and gaming, and Esports Leaders, an event brand which connects senior decision makers.

About ESIC (Esports Integrity Commission)

ESIC is the recognised guardian of the integrity of esports and works to disrupt, prevent, investigate, and prosecute all forms of cheating and malpractice in esports. Its overarching objective is to protect youth, promote industry investment, and safeguard the sporting integrity of esports. By addressing issues such as cheating, match-fixing, and doping, ESIC works to ensure fair play and integrity across all esports competitions. It collaborates with publishers, tournament organizers, and other stakeholders to establish unified standards for competition integrity, fostering a safe and equitable environment for all participants in the global video games and esports ecosystem.