Team GER Esports crushes Team POL Esports 13-3 in IEM Cologne Major showmatch

The IEM Cologne Major 2026 proceeded without any blockchain sponsors, signaling a complete divorce between crypto firms and esports. This shift indicates a transition toward more sustainable and traditional funding models, reducing the industry's reliance on volatile markets. This change also impacts how crypto companies engage with younger audiences, as the sector moves away from previous sponsorship trends in favor of stabilized financial sources within the competitive gaming landscape, marking a quiet exit from the industry.