Description
The global rise of esports has propelled competitive gaming into mainstream recognition not only as entertainment but as a legitimate sporting discipline, bringing with it complex legal and regulatory considerations. A key milestone reflecting esports’ growing legitimacy is its inclusion as an official medal event at major multi-sport competitions most notably at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, and now confirmed for the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya in 2026. This introductory webinar provides a practical overview of the key legal issues shaping the esports industry. Participants will gain an understanding of the esports ecosystem and explore foundational legal topics such as contracts, intellectual property, governance structures, player rights, sponsorships and dispute resolution mechanisms.
Whether you are a legal professional, an industry stakeholder or a student, this session aims to equip you with essential insights into the intersection of law and this rapidly evolving industry.
Learning Outcomes:
(1) Understand the structure of the esports industry;
(2) Identify common legal issues arising in esports, including contracts, intellectual property rights and player relations;
(3) Recognise the unique regulatory and governance challenges in esports compared to traditional sports; and
(4) Apply foundational legal frameworks to real-world contexts.
Speaker
Bryan Boo has been involved in esports since 2012, beginning as a player and a voluntary content editor for a major Dota 2 news and media agency. He continues to be an active gamer and is involved in work relating to the legal and regulatory aspects of esports, including the protection of rights and the professionalisation of the industry.
Bryan regularly advises esports players, streamers, team owners, tournament organisers and sponsors. He was involved in the legal and regulatory work relating to the inclusion of esports as medal events at the Hangzhou 2022 Asian Games and the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games. He also served as the Dispute Resolution Officer for the esports medal events at the Hangzhou 2022 Asian Games and the 3rd Asian Youth Games Bahrain 2025.Bryan was involved in the drafting of an Anti-eDoping Code applied at the Asian Games.
Bryan also regularly consults for the Asian Electronic Sports Federation on matters relating to commercialisation, governance, protection of stakeholder rights and interests, tournament rules and regulations, and dispute resolution.
Terms and Conditions
Event Policy
Places are limited and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration for this webinar will close on 10 Feb 2026 (Tuesday), at 12:00 pm.
For events with registration fees, all payments must be made in advance, including bank charges. Registration will be confirmed once proof of payment is provided by email or fax, and full payment is received.
The organiser reserves the right to modify, cancel or postpone the event, should circumstances arise that make such action necessary, whereupon all registration fees paid will be refunded.
Cancellation
Cancellations must be made in writing. Please note that there will be no refunds for cancellations, but substitutions are allowed. Kindly inform us in writing with the relevant details at least three days in advance. If you have failed to inform the organiser on your cancellation for three consecutive times, you may be blacklisted for future events.
Transferral
You are allowed to transfer your place to another participant, but you must notify the organiser with the necessary details at least three days in advance.
Attendance
CPD points for CPD Scheme will not be awarded to lawyers and pupils in chambers from Peninsular Malaysia who arrive more than 15 minutes late, are not present throughout the event, or leave before its scheduled end.
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Disclaimer
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