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World Series of Poker® Main Event ® to Return
The World Series of Poker (WSOP) announced plans to host 2020’s hybrid online and live version of the $10,000 No-Limit Hold-Em World Championship, known better to poker players and fans as the Main Event. The Main Event will begin for international players on Sunday, Nov. 29 and domestically on Sunday, Dec. 13.
Due to travel restrictions and out of an abundance of caution for player safety, this year’s format will be unique, where early round play will begin online with one entry on WSOP.com or GGPoker.com, before shifting to a live setting for final table action on two continents. Each “bracket” will pay out prize money to tournament entrants independently. The final table will be a world’s first, as an ultimate heads-up duel for the World Championship, where $1 million in prize money will be on the line courtesy of Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) and GGPoker. The Main Event will be held consistent to the traditional “freeze-out” standards of the Main Event, offering only single entry, as well as the longest levels and deepest stacks ever offered on the online platform.
All in-person tournaments, domestic and international, will be subject to special COVID rules and procedures, the details of which will be published at a later date and will require players to undergo a required health screening prior to live participation. All participants must agree to abide by all applicable rules.
U.S. residents will be able to play the Main Event on the WSOP.com platform in either New Jersey or Nevada beginning on Sunday, Dec. 13. The $10,000 event is expected to take two full days to reach the final table, with play being suspended for an overnight break after approximately 12 hours of action. The tournament will be paused when play hits the final table, with the final nine players traveling to Las Vegas for the TV taping and culmination of the tournament to take place at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, subject to applicable regulatory approval.
Dates for Domestic Tournament:
Day 1 – Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020
Day 2 – Monday, Dec. 14, 2020, Play down to 9 players
Final Table – Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Monday, Dec. 28, Play continues to a winner; prize monies paid
International residents eligible to use GGPoker’s popular online poker platform will have three dates from which to choose their starting flight. Similar to the traditional offline events, players may only choose one date of play. Similar to the domestic flight, and subject to casino availability, play will be paused for the final nine contestants who will report to King’s Casino in Rozvadov, Czech Republic to play their final table in a live TV taping. Should travel restrictions or a casino shutdown prevent the live portion from moving forward in December, organizers reserve the right to continue the tournament play online or reschedule to a later date.
Dates for International Tournament:
Day 1A – Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020
Day1B – Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020
Day 1C – Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020
Day 2, Play down to 9 players, Monday, Dec. 7
Final Table – *King’s Casino, Tuesday, Dec.15, Play down to a winner
*Subject to local regulatory approval
Finally, the winner of the Domestic Tournament and the winner of the International Tournament will meet at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, subject to applicable regulatory approval, for a televised showdown on Wednesday, Dec.30, 2020. In addition to any prize monies won by entrants in their respective tournament, WSOP and GGPoker have committed an additional sum of $1 million to the winner of the Heads-Up match along with the Main Event championship bracelet and the title of 2020 World Champion. *Note, should the international winner be under the age of 21 and thereby ineligible to play in the state of Nevada, organizers reserve the right to change the date and location of the Heads-Up match.
Heads-Up Championship of Domestic Winner vs International Winner:
Wednesday, Dec. 30
Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas*
A comprehensive list of satellite events allowing qualification for as little $1 will be available on both WSOP.com and GGPoker.com. There will also be weekly free-rolls offering $10,000 seat entry for multiple weeks leading up to the tournament.
To welcome visiting players, Caesars Entertainment will offer special Main Event room rates at several resorts in Nevada and New Jersey. Additionally, new options to deposit money into a WSOP.com account and cash out in person will be available for the first time at Silver Legacy Resort Casino in Reno, NV. For more information about special hotel rates, and cash at the cage locations, visit wsop.com/mainevent.
Note, players are allowed to create and/or fund their online poker accounts prior to arriving within the state borders of Nevada and New Jersey. However, they must be geolocated through a CPU of mobile device to be within the state borders to be able to commence any gaming activity. New players may require document verification and are highly encouraged to register early.
As has been the case each year since 2003, ESPN will air coverage of the 2020 WSOP Main Event featuring Lon McEachern and Norman Chad.
“There must be a World Champion in 2020,” said Ty Stewart, Executive Director of the World Series of Poker. “Poker’s history is too important. It’s a unique format for the Main Event, but this is a unique year. We want to keep players’ health and safety top of mind and still deliver a great televised showcase for the game we love.”
Added GGPoker Head of Poker Operations Steve Preiss, “We’re very happy to continue to deepen our relationship with WSOP. It was a huge summer of record-setting action on GGPoker and we’re excited to offer players access to the biggest tournament of all.”
To stay up to date on the latest WSOP news, visit: www.WSOP.com.
SOURCE Caesars Entertainment, Inc.
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Blueprint Gaming secures Switzerland market entry with Swiss Casinos partnership

Blueprint Gaming™, the leading UK slots developer and member of the Merkur Group, has entered the regulated iGaming market of Switzerland after securing a major agreement with leading operator Swiss Casinos.
The landmark launch sees a host of the supplier’s top performing games made available to a new wave of slot enthusiasts through Swiss Casino’s online offering, including its branded library which features the likes of Rick and Morty™: Strike Back, The Flintstones™ and ted™ Afterparty.
Swiss Casino is one of the largest land-based and online operator groups in Switzerland. Its online slot library is set to be elevated by the addition of Blueprint’s internationally recognised titles that are proven to attract a wide audience and deliver high quality entertainment.
Entering the Swiss iGaming market underlines Blueprint’s continued ambition to expand its global footprint, offering its captivating portfolio to a growing number of partners and players in regulated markets worldwide.
Samuel Haggblom, Director of Key Accounts at Blueprint Gaming™, said: “We are excited to partner with Swiss Casinos and mark our entry into Switzerland’s prosperous iGaming market, bringing our iconic and ever-expanding portfolio to a new pool of players.
“Launching with the country’s leading operator demonstrates our ambitious plans for 2025 as we seek to elevate Blueprint’s global footprint. We believe our diverse portfolio of games will resonate with a wide range of players, delivering increased engagement for Swiss Casino.”
Patrick Mastai, Director Online Casino at Swiss Casinos, said: “Integrating Blueprint’s content onto our online platform is extremely exciting as it sees us gain a host of the most beloved games collections from the industry.
“As an industry leader ourselves, it remains a priority to provide our players with engaging content that drives acquisition and retention rates, and we look forward to gauging the reaction from our player bases.”
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Thunderkick consolidates position in Italy with Domusbet deal

Latest agreement expands provider’s footprint in key market
Independent slots studio Thunderkick has partnered with Italian operator Domusbet, extending its reach in the established European market.
The partnership, which will provide Domusbet with access to a selection of Thunderkick’s most popular titles, marks the latest step in the Swedish studio’s commercial strategy in Italy.
Thunderkick committed to market penetration with the appointment of its dedicated native Italian account manager, and has since targeted significant expansion in the jurisdiction through deals with CasinoMania and Netwin.
As one of Italy’s premium casino brands, Domusbet has consistently upgraded its portfolio to appeal to a broad audience, and the integration of Thunderkick’s content will elevate its offering further.
Among the games set to launch with the operator are slots from the Esqueleto Explosivo, Midas Golden Touch and Pink Elephants series, which have gained widespread recognition for their creative artwork and entertaining gameplay.
Andrea Brioschi, Key Account Manager at Thunderkick, said: “Thunderkick has made real strides in the Italian market over the past 12 months, collaborating with some of the nation’s most prominent and respected operators to amplify our audience reach.
“The partnership with Domusbet further highlights our targeted approach in the market, where our games have already proven a resounding success.”
Salvatore Grippaldi, Casino Manager at Domusbet, added: “Thunderkick is quickly establishing itself as one of the leading suppliers to the Italian iGaming market, with its portfolio resonating with the country’s players.
“Domusbet consistently strives to diversify its offering with class-leading content, and the addition of Thunderkick’s games will ensure we continue to deliver players the optimal gaming experience with a broad array of interactive and immersive titles.”
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INSPIRED LAUNCHES CATCH OF THE DAY EXTRA SPINS™

Inspired Entertainment, Inc., a leading B2B provider of gaming content, systems, and solutions, is thrilled to announce the release of Catch of the Day Extra Spins™ – the latest addition to the popular Catch of the Day™ franchise from Astra Games Studio. Now available in the UK LBO, B3 market, this new release builds on the franchise’s success with even more engaging gameplay.
Catch of the Day Extra Spins is a captivating fishing-theme slot with a 5×3 reel layout and 10-win lines. Packed with thrilling features, this game offers players plenty of opportunities to reel in rewards.
The Free Games feature is triggered by landing 3 or more scatter symbols on the reels. Depending on the number of scatter symbols, players can win 10, 15, or 20 Free Games – 3 scatters award 10, 4 scatters award 15, and 5 scatters award 20 Free games.
During Free Games, the Wild Fisherman becomes a valuable ally. It substitutes for all symbols to help create or enhance wins and collects any fish and Free Games tag values once for every Wild Fisherman symbol in view. If multiple Wild Fisherman symbols appear, each fish and Free Games value is collected again for every additional fisherman.
The Fortune Spins mode offers an exciting way to customise game play. Activating the feature presents the player with a 50/50 wheel, landing the arrow in the green ‘spin’ area, awards one Fortune Spins. During Fortune Spins, landing two scatter symbols triggers a spin of the Free Games Spinner, where players can win between 1 and 10 free games, providing additional opportunities for big wins.
With its combination of Free Games, Wild Fisherman symbols and thrilling Fortune Spins and gamble feature, Catch of the Day Extra Spins provides an action-packed experience that will keep players entertained.
Matthew Crane, UK Market Product Director, said: “We are thrilled to launch Catch of the Day Extra Spins, the latest addition to our hugely popular Catch of The Day franchise. Building on the success of the original and its instant recognition on the high street, Catch of the Day Extra Spins offers exciting gameplay and proven appeal, set to make waves across the market!”
Players can access Catch of the Day Extra Spins in the UK LBO, B3 market.
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