Thunderpick has officially joined the Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC) as an Anti-Corruption Supporter, signaling a stronger push for fair play and transparency in competitive gaming.

As part of the agreement, Thunderpick will work closely with ESIC to monitor suspicious betting activity, share real-time data, and aid investigations into potential match-fixing and fraud. The betting platform joins a growing network of esports stakeholders committed to protecting the integrity of the scene.

A Step Toward Cleaner Esports

This move comes as the esports betting market continues to expand, drawing both legitimate interest and shady actors. ESIC’s partnerships with platforms like Thunderpick are designed to strengthen the industry’s defenses against corruption. ESIC CEO Stephen Hanna says:

“Thunderpick’s commitment to maintaining high integrity standards within global esports is a welcome addition. Partnerships like this help us strengthen our monitoring capabilities and ensure esports remains a fair and trusted space for competition.”

Thunderpick, known for its fast-paced platform and headline sponsorship of the Thunderpick World Championship, says integrity is at the heart of its mission. Kelly Sanders, Head of Strategy at Thunderpick says:

“Fair play is what makes gaming truly fun. As gamers ourselves, it’s an honor to stand alongside ESIC and champion the protection of esports. Upholding fairness isn’t just important — it’s essential to the future of our industry.”

What This Means for Esports

While match-fixing scandals have rocked scenes like CS2, Dota 2, and VALORANT in the past, partnerships like this are an attempt to draw a hard line. ESIC’s collaborative model relies on betting platforms, tournament organizers, and game publishers working together to share intel and act quickly.

Thunderpick’s inclusion also highlights an increasing awareness among betting sites that long-term sustainability in esports depends on maintaining competitive integrity. With more eyes on the space than ever before, even subtle shifts in odds or performance patterns are under heavy scrutiny.

Looking Ahead

As the esports ecosystem continues to mature, the need for collaborative regulation becomes more apparent. Thunderpick’s decision to join ESIC’s Anti-Corruption Network sends a clear message: the future of esports will be watched, recorded, and protected — and those betting on it will be held to higher standards.