Esports betting platform Unikrn had its wagering license approved on the Isle of Man on Tuesday. That decision could clear the way for both spectators and gamers to legally bet on major esports tournaments in countries where sports betting is legal. Several traditional online sports books already run international operations from the island, including PokerStars and 12BET.
Blockchain-based Unikrn was previously only licensed to authorize bets on esports in the U.K. and Australia, but the company has begun to expand its product into countries elsewhere, including South Korea, according to the Associated Press. Esports spectator betting will not yet be available in the U.