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Blockchain tech still far from hitting the esport big leagues, says investor

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Smaller-scale esports organizations have started using blockchain tech for distributing prize pools, but the tech is yet to be adopted by the big tournament organizers. Small esports tournament organizers have started dabbling in blockchain tech to host tournaments and distribute prize pools. However, don’t expect to see it in the big leagues just yet, says an investor. Esports, or electronic sports, is a form of organized competition via video games. Players sometimes referred to as esports athletes usually compete for prize money either individually or as a team. Dave Harris, managing director of esports investment firm Guinevere Capital, told Cointelegraph that he has begun seeing blockchain being used in amateur gaming competitions. In his opinion, however, it will take more time before the big titles and professional tournaments will consider adopting the tech. “There are certainly a lot of places this technology can or is being used in esports, but it will take time for mass ado...