{"id":11859,"date":"2026-04-23T14:50:57","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T11:50:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/battlenet.gr\/?p=11859"},"modified":"2026-04-23T14:52:40","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T11:52:40","slug":"esports-summit-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/battlenet.gr\/en\/news\/esports-summit-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Battlenet at the 1st Esports Summit Greece: Actively Supporting the Esports Ecosystem"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- ======================= GREEK VERSION ======================= --><\/p>\n<p><!-- ======================= ENGLISH VERSION ======================= --><\/p>\n<p>Battlenet Gaming Stations will participate in the 1st Esports Summit, taking place on April 24\u201325 at The Ellinikon Experience Park, marking one of the first institutional esports initiatives in Greece bringing together organizations, stakeholders and industry professionals.<\/p>\n<p>This initiative, co-organized by the Municipality of Elliniko\u2013Argyroupoli and the Hellenic Esports Federation, under the auspices of public institutions, represents an important step toward the maturity of the esports ecosystem in Greece.<\/p>\n<h2>Battlenet as an active ecosystem player<\/h2>\n<p>Battlenet\u2019s participation reflects a long-term strategic commitment to the growth of esports in Greece.<\/p>\n<p>As a gaming stations network with presence across multiple cities, Battlenet has built an environment where competitive gaming is part of everyday experience. Through tournaments, partnerships and continuous investment in high-end infrastructure, it serves as a meeting point for players of all levels.<\/p>\n<p>At the same time, through digital tools such as BNETGG and engagement-driven initiatives, Battlenet contributes to a more structured and sustainable gaming experience.<\/p>\n<h2>From community to institutional level<\/h2>\n<p>Participation in events like the Esports Summit highlights the transition of esports into a broader institutional and professional framework.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Partnership development<\/li>\n<li>Digital education support<\/li>\n<li>Opportunities for the next generation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Within this context, Battlenet acts as a bridge between the gaming community and the initiatives shaping the future of the industry.<\/p>\n<h2>Opening presence<\/h2>\n<p>During the opening of the Summit on Friday, April 24 (~10:00), Achilleas Gkatziouras will deliver a short welcome on behalf of Battlenet.<\/p>\n<h2>A step forward for esports in Greece<\/h2>\n<p>The 1st Esports Summit represents an important initiative to highlight esports as a field connected to education, technology and skill development.<\/p>\n<p>Battlenet reinforces its commitment to being at the center of this evolution.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More information:<\/strong> https:\/\/esportssummit.gr\/<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Battlenet Gaming Stations will participate in the 1st Esports Summit, taking place on April 24\u201325 at The Ellinikon Experience Park, marking one of the first institutional esports initiatives in Greece bringing together organizations, stakeholders and industry professionals. 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