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Esports’ popularity forces video game rethink by schools and parents

The explosion in popularity of esports is forcing parents and teachers to rethink their resistance to video games and welcome them into the classroom. For decades gaming was a source of frustration for parents, viewed as an unwelcome distraction for teenagers who spend too much time glued to a screen. The esports juggernaut has burst into popular culture […]

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Gianni Infantino meets FIA President and discusses the fight against online abuse

Gianni Infantino has attended the Formula One Qatar Grand Prix where he held talks with the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the FIA about the fight against online abuse. The two presidents previously met at the Monaco Grand Prix in May, where they also discussed the issue. “It was great […]

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The United Against Online Abuse Barometer Survey: A Benchmark for Research-Led Initiatives

The FIA, in partnership with fellow sporting bodies, makes history with the first of its kind survey dedicated to studying online abuse in sport. Survey findings will support the UAOA campaign by providing an evidential base to lobby key stakeholders for action, advocacy, and investment. The FIA today launches the inaugural barometer under the auspices […]

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FIA President meets with French Minister for Sports to collaborate in the fight against online abuse

Both parties discussed the importance of confronting the issue of online abuse and the need for action to increase prevention from cyber-harassment in sport. During the meeting, Amélie Oudéa-Castéra gave her support to the FIA’s “United Against Online Abuse” charter. She added that the FIA’s initiative is compatible with the actions of the French government […]

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FIA joins forces with FIM in coalition against online abuse

The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) today announces the signing of a Charter for collaboration with the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) as part of the global coalition to counter online abuse in sport. The signing between H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the FIA and his counterpart at FIM, Jorge Viegas, took place at […]

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FIA announces global research scholarships

H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the FIA announces the launch of six fully-funded scholarships as the United Against Online Abuse campaign continues to gather momentum. The scholarships will invite researchers worldwide to collaborate remotely against the global scourge of online hate speech in sport whilst earning a Master’s by Research degree title. The programs fall […]