05 January 2018
Part One - Let the games begin: German IP law in the world of esports
www.twobirds.com/en/news/articles/2018/germany/german-ip-law-in-the-world-of-esports-part-one

Growing numbers of viewers and rising profits are making esports increasingly interesting for event organizers, sports leagues, sponsors and with traditional sports clubs even establishing their own esports divisions.

09 January 2018
Part Two - Let the games begin: German IP law in the world of esports
www.twobirds.com/en/news/articles/2018/germany/german-ip-law-in-the-world-of-esports-part-two

The use of trade marks on in-game virtual products (e.g. manufacturer logos) is probably permissible in light of the principles established by the German Federal Court of Justice in the Opel-Blitz II decision.