<p>From hosting the first-ever Esports World Cup to announcing plans to build cutting-edge gaming arenas, Saudi Arabia is making big moves in the esports industry. With projections of a $13 billion boost to its economy, CNN’s Eleni Giokos takes a look at how this thriving sector is redefining entertainment and business in a country with a young, tech-savvy population.</p>
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Saudi Arabia’s game plan for a thriving esports economy

From hosting the first-ever Esports World Cup to announcing plans to build cutting-edge gaming arenas, Saudi Arabia is making big moves in the esports industry. With projections of a $13 billion boost to its economy, CNN’s Eleni Giokos takes a look at how this thriving sector is redefining entertainment and business in a country with a young, tech-savvy population.

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<p>From hosting the first-ever Esports World Cup to announcing plans to build cutting-edge gaming arenas, Saudi Arabia is making big moves in the esports industry. With projections of a $13 billion boost to its economy, CNN’s Eleni Giokos takes a look at how this thriving sector is redefining entertainment and business in a country with a young, tech-savvy population.</p>
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