Stake has joined the Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC) as an Official Tier 1 Anti-Corruption Partner, supporting the organisation’s efforts to maintain integrity standards across the global esports ecosystem. The partnership aligns Stake with ESIC’s ongoing initiatives to monitor and address suspicious betting activity.
ESIC’s Anti-Corruption Supporter programme brings together operators and industry stakeholders who assist in data sharing, investigative cooperation and real-time monitoring. As part of its new role, Stake will contribute to the commission’s integrity network, helping to identify and analyse betting patterns that may indicate potential misconduct.
The collaboration is intended to strengthen transparency and accountability mechanisms within esports and support the long-term credibility of competitive gaming. Both organisations stated that the partnership reflects a shared commitment to safeguarding the sustainability of the sector as it continues to grow.
Stephen Hanna, CEO of ESIC, commented: “The addition of Stake to ESIC’s Anti-Corruption Supporter network reinforces the sentiment that integrity is a shared responsibility. ESIC’s Anti-Corruption Supporter program relies on the active collaboration of partners like Stake, whose operational insights contribute directly to our ability to identify and mitigate integrity threats. Together, we are building a stronger foundation of trust and accountability that supports the sustainable growth of esports worldwide.”
Jarrod Febbraio, Director of Stake, commented: “This partnership formalizes Stake’s commitment to protecting integrity and transparency across the global esports ecosystem. As the world’s leading online-first betting operator, supporting the industry is central to our strategy and our scale makes this collaboration with ESIC essential to safeguarding its integrity. Together, we’re ensuring the ecosystem remains fair, transparent, and trusted by fans and participants worldwide.”
