Philippines – Swarmio Media Holdings Inc., a technology company focused on the global deployment of its proprietary gaming and esports platform via its telco partners, together with Globe Telecom, has announced the launch of its Ember gaming and esports platform in the Philippines.
The commercial agreement comes as a result of Swarmio’s previously announced collaborative partnership with TM WHOLESALE, the global and wholesale arm of Telekom Malaysia Berhad), which will see Swarmio’s Ember platform rolled out across Asia. Revenues generated from subscriptions and profit from transactions carried out within the Ember platform through its integrated e-commerce and fintech solutions, Swarmio Store and Swarmio Pay, will be subject to a revenue share agreement between Globe Telecom, TM WHOLESALE, and Swarmio.
Globe Gamer Grounds Powered by Ember was officially launched on April 27th with a high-profile media event. With a combined social media following of millions, the event was attended by a number of national media outlets and notable game streamers. Globe Gamer Grounds customers will be able to compete in events for an incredible selection of games, including Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), PUBG Mobile, CODM, League of Legends Wild Rift, Valorant, Pokemon Unite, and even Genshin Impact when the service launches in the near future.
Ralph Aligada, head of Globe Games and Esports, said that they are pleased to be collaborating with Swarmio and excited to launch Globe Gamer Grounds powered by Ember.
“Gaming has become an exceptionally powerful way for people across demographics to compete, socialise and have fun. Globe Gamer Grounds will nurture and grow the grassroots gamer communities in the country. Our partnership with Swarmio will bring the best gaming experience for our customers across the Philippines,” Aligada said.
Meanwhile, Vijai Karthigesu, CEO of Swarmio, commented, “This is a significant and mutually beneficial partnership that provides Globe with the ability to gain a strong competitive advantage through engaging and monetizing the large and growing gaming community in the Philippines,”
Karthigesu added, “At the same time, it will allow Swarmio to engage directly with over 85 million Globe customers and deliver a best-in-class gaming and community experience.”
