ESL Gaming, a privately owned company based in Germany, was founded in 2020. It employs approximately 490 individuals and reported $281.7M in revenue as of 2023, functioning as a tier 1 media tech buyer. The company specializes in niche sports, operating as an esports company.
On September 17, news highlighted that Riedel technology powered the communications and signal distribution infrastructure for the Esports World Cup production in Paris, with ARRI camera systems supporting the main-stage. ESL FACEIT Group engaged technical service providers, including Charco Gravity Media and Riedel Communications, to deliver the event's infrastructure. The Esports World Cup, held in Paris from July 6 to August 23, 2026, spanned seven weeks across eight stages and broadcast in 35 languages. Previously, on August 26, ESL FACEIT Group offered insights during a webinar that explored AI security strategies for gaming and iGaming platforms, discussing real-world applications of edge computing, anti-cheat, and anti-griefing solutions.