Esports data platform, GRID, has joined the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) as a first esports-focused Associate Member. This signifies a pivotal moment for esports integrity, aligning GRID with IBIA and its globally recognized integrity-focused members, who monitor over $300bn in sports bets per annum and have a growing focus on esports betting.
GRID and IBIA are committed to collaboratively addressing any integrity issues in esports, fostering trust across stakeholders, and setting a benchmark for excellence in the ecosystem. GRID has been a certified member of IBIA’s Data Standards Program since 2022, actively contributing to the development of tailored esports integrity protocols.
Since 2018, GRID has operated an internal integrity department pioneering official data-driven solutions for esports. This makes GRID one of the first companies to monitor tournament and data integrity in the competitive sports sector and actively flag and report suspicious behaviour.
Moritz Maurer, CEO of GRID, says: “By joining IBIA as an Associate Member, we are taking a definitive step toward establishing esports as a trusted and credible industry.
“This partnership enables us to further our efforts in promoting transparency, reducing risks associated with esports betting, and strengthening operational practices across the ecosystem.’’
Khalid Ali, CEO of IBIA, adds: “This partnership is a landmark for the esports sector and reflects our commitment to expanding our integrity initiatives into new markets.
“GRID’s expertise in esports data monitoring and integrity standards is an invaluable asset in our shared mission to combat betting corruption globally.”
