‘Time to tap potential of esports hotel industry’


Tee (right) visiting the first esports hotel in Johor in Senai, Kulai. With him is the facility’s chairman Tommy Chieng.

VIDEO games are no longer just entertainment to pass the time as the activity has grown into a multibillion dollar industry worldwide, says Datuk Tee Siew Kiong. The Johor Digital Economy Centre (JDEC) adviser said the rise of digital economy had made it possible to develop competitive video games or esports coupled with other elements into a whole new venture and bring new business opportunities.

“The esports hotel industry is one good example.

The Star Festive Promo: Get 35% OFF Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Metro News

Stress-free Ramadan buffet spread awaits in Bangi resort
No such thing as free parking
Mark of faith and felicity
Gunners’ high-stakes derby
No to foreign traders at festive bazaars
Penang model for national blueprint on animal farms
Ipoh traders warned not to sublet lots at Ramadan sites
City look to keep pace as Newcastle bring real threat
Sweet bliss in green rice discs
Workshops to move out of housing areas

Others Also Read