Burning Enthusiasm! PT KBI Holds KBI 5th ESport Championship Again

05 Sep 2024

Jakarta, September 5, 2024

The Indonesian Esports world is roaring again with the presence of the KBI 5th Esport Championship this year! Known as one of the most prestigious BUMN events in the Esports scene, the KBI 5th Esport Championship is ready to present exciting action and fierce competition from the best amateur teams in the country. With full support from various parties and extraordinary public enthusiasm, this competition is a stage for new talents to show their abilities.

PT Kliring Berjangka Indonesia (PT KBI), which is a member of the Danareksa BUMN Holding, has held this ESport tournament for 5 (five) consecutive years as a form of its support for the development of sports in Indonesia. In addition, this ESport event is also a medium for PT KBI to strengthen relations with stakeholders in the Futures Trading Industry including regulators, partners, and the wider community.

The tournament, which is held online, will take place from August 13 to September 7, 2024, with a focus on Mobile Legends matches. This year, the number of registered participants reached more than 3,000 participants from various regions and backgrounds. Compared to 2023, the number of participants increased significantly, namely by 29%.

President Director of PT KBI, Budi Susanto, stated, "We are very excited to hold the KBI 5th Esport Championship. We are committed to providing an unforgettable experience for participants and also as a means to develop the hidden potential of amateur players so that they can enter the world of professional Esports. With full support from various parties and extraordinary enthusiasm from the Indonesian Esports community, we are sure that this tournament will be one of the most memorable in the history of Mobile Legends."

It should be noted that Indonesia not only plays an important role in the development of the Southeast Asian Esports industry, but also has a significant influence on the global stage. As a country with the largest player base in Southeast Asia, this year Indonesia has experienced a significant increase of 30% in its active players compared to neighboring countries. "PT KBI will continue to support government programs to develop Esports in Indonesia. As an institution under the auspices of a State-Owned Enterprise, we are committed to always providing benefits to the community. This is also in line with our Vision and Mission, especially in the form of social responsibility for the community."