What’s next for esports cos; IT deal renewals hit

India’s video gaming companies are seeking policy support after the real-money gaming ban. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.

Also in the letter:
■ Boat sails to profit
■ Smartphone loan defaults up
■ OpenAI’s hurdle to hardware

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Freed from real-money gaming shadow, esports companies seek rules, sops to up game

With real-money gaming (RMG) banned and fresh draft rules on the table, India’s esports and video gaming companies are stepping out of the shadows and carving a path of their own.

Driving the news: Gaming companies…