Leonid Shmatenko, Peter & Kim

<p>Video Games used to be a niche interest for computer enthusiast who were lucky enough to have rare access to a university computer lab.  Decades later they are as complex and dynamic as they are ubiquitous!  They are so popular that entire industries have sprung up around them, one of the most interesting ones is the world of E-Sports, and in particular, E-Sports Law!</p> <p>This week’s guest Leonid Shmatenko has been one of the early adopters in this space and has become a thought leader on the topic.  We talk this week about how got involved with E-sports, where he thinks the field is going, and how the average lawyer can get involved and have a tangible impact.</p> <p>So, Player One, get ready, and enjoy our conversation!</p> <p> </p> <p>TIME STAMPS:</p> <p>Opening Notes – :30</p> <p>Interview Starts – 2:27</p> <p>Personal Interest – 40:50</p> <p>Closing Notes – 55:50</p> <p> </p> <p>BOOKS: Dictatorland: <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Dictatorland-Men-Who-Stole-Africa/dp/1784972134'>The Men Who Stole Africa: Kenyon, Paul</a> MEDIA: RingFit by <a href='https://www.elcorteingles.pt/gaming/A32488830-ring-fit-adventure-nintendo-switch/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwxJqHBhC4ARIsAChq4au5TrWtD2-UMjCUM2WKau3oTh20H5OWh2_SQzTnB3y0ryf62D4D0UgaAgv2EALw_wcB'>Nintendo</a></p> <p>MUSIC: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-IYebYXJ4U'>Metallica </a></p> <p> </p> <p>International E-Sports Federation (IESF) <a href='https://iesf.org/'>Website</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Feedback and Comments can be sent to <a href='mailto:TalesOfTheTribunal@Gmail.com'>TalesOfTheTribunal@Gmail.com</a></p> <p> </p> <p>None of the views shared today or any episode of Tales of the Tribunal is presented as legal advice nor advice of any kind.  No compensation was provided to any person or party for their appearance on the show nor do any of the statements made represent any particular organization, legal position or view point.  All interviewees appear on an arms-length basis and their appearance should not be construed as any bias or preferred a