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QYUKI launches ‘STOK’: Revolutionising comedy entertainment with the finest and emerging comedians
Mumbai: Qyuki Digital Media is delighted to introduce “Laughter Brewery Stok,” a revolutionary Intellectual Property (IP) solution designed for STOK to deliver unparalleled moments of laughter through the comedic genius of India’s top comedians, both seasoned and emerging.
Stok, curated by Qyuki, goes beyond conventional comedy platforms by featuring established comedic talents and handpicking some of the best-emerging comedians. This ensures a house of laughter and joy as audiences are treated to a diverse range of comedic styles, perspectives, and fresh voices
in the world of humour.
“As the COO of Qyuki Digital Media, I am thrilled to unveil the STOK YouTube channel, a vibrant space where chill meets entertainment. Our curated content, featuring emerging and established comedic talents, is not just about sips and giggles; it’s a celebration of life’s moments. Join us on this exciting journey as we redefine relaxation and laughter on YouTube. With STOK, we’re not just raising the bar; we’re raising your spirits. Let’s ‘Live the Chill’ together!” expressed QYUKI Digital Media COO Juhi Mehta.
Stok aims to be a laughter-packed destination that entertains and serves as a launchpad for emerging comedians. By fostering a dynamic mix of established and new talents, Stok ensures its audience a vibrant and engaging comedy experience. And was especially created with the tagline in mind “Live the chill” and what better way to chill after a stressful day than with laughter with the best of the industries.
The first wave of creators set to bring the house down on Stok includes Anirban Bhattacharya, Siddhartha Shetty, Rivu Ganguly, Nitin Mandal, Govind Menon, Andy Reghu, Aditya Gundeti, and Karunesh. Each of these comedians brings a unique flavour of humour to the platform, promising an unforgettable and laughter-filled experience for Stok’s audience.
While the specific dates for publication are tentative, the Stok team is working diligently to deliver the first wave of laughter-inducing episodes to the audience at the earliest convenience.
Gaming
Nodwin Gaming partners with Runestone for esports data and integrity solutions
South Asian esports leader joins forces with Czech tech firm to enhance tournament operations.
MUMBAI: Nodwin Gaming has just levelled up its game by bringing in a specialist to keep the scoreboard honest and the fans fully engaged. The leading South Asian esports and gaming company has announced a strategic partnership with Runestone, a Prague-headquartered esports technology firm specialising in real-time data and engagement solutions for tournament organisers and publishers.
The collaboration aims to strengthen competitive integrity, improve operational oversight, and deliver more interactive viewing experiences across Nodwin’s properties. It will initially focus on the Nodwin Clutch Series for Counter-Strike 2, a Tier 2 tournament that provides emerging teams with consistent competitive opportunities and helps build the talent pipeline.
The latest edition of the series recently concluded with Big defeating ECSTATIC 2–1 in the grand final of the $50,000 online event.
Nodwin Gaming chief business officer at MENA and global head of data monetization Teemu Koski said, “Integrity and transparency are fundamental to sustainable esports ecosystems, especially in Tier 2 competition where the next generation of talent emerges. Runestone’s expertise complements our experience in building scalable esports IPs.”
Runestone head of partnerships Michael Schwartz added, “Nodwin Gaming has built one of the most dynamic esports ecosystems across emerging markets. We’re thrilled to collaborate on supporting tournaments with greater transparency, deeper fan interaction, and scalable tools.”
Both companies are exploring opportunities to extend the partnership across additional titles, including mobile-first competitive ecosystems, and to develop new products for publishers, tournament operators, and event promoters.
In the rapidly growing world of esports, where fair play and fan excitement are equally crucial, Nodwin Gaming and Runestone are teaming up to ensure every match is not only competitive but also transparent and engaging. This alliance could well become a game-changer for Tier 2 tournaments across South Asia and beyond.
