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Hollywood Mega-Agency UTA Goes to Market for a Foothold in Gaming

Hollywood Agency UTA Goes to Market for a Foothold in Gaming

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UTA represents stars such as Harrison Ford and Bad Bunny, as well as popular pro gamers like Symfuhny. Its new venture reflects the Beverly Hills-based agency's growing interest in esports, as it eyes ways to boost its music stars through collaborations with gaming giants.

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One of the world’s largest talent agencies launched its first SPAC on the Nasdaq exchange on Thursday. United Talent Agency’s UTA Acquisition Corp. raised $200 million in the IPO, fueling its efforts to snap up a “compelling” gaming or creator economy business.

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