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World Poker Tour® Extends Partnership with 888poker for WPTDeepStacks™ to Close Out 2021

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The World Poker Tour and 888poker announce that they are partnering for a new WPTDeepStacks online series, featuring 28 events and more than $3 million in guaranteed prize pools.

The highlight of the festival is the $1,050 buy-in WPTDS Main Event. With ten starting flights, players will have the opportunity to grab their share of the $1 million guaranteed prize pool.

“The World Poker Tour is excited to partner with 888poker again to give players around the globe the opportunity to take down a WPTDeepStacks title,” said Angelica Hael, WPT Vice President, Global Tour Management.

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The festival begins on November 28 with the $525 buy-in Opening Event, which comes with a $200,000 guarantee. Buy-ins range from $55 for the Mini Main Event up to $5,200 for the Super High Roller. Satellites for all events begin at just $0.01.

Fans from around the world will be able to tune in online to watch final tables from six of the events on the schedule beginning with the Opening Event final table on Monday, November 29. The final tables of Event #9 ($525 PKO), Event #11 ($2,100 High Roller), Event #17 ($888 Crazy 8), and Event #25 ($200,000 Big Shot) will also be streamed before the WPTDeepStacks Main Event final table on Tuesday, December 21. WPT talent including Matt Savage and Tony Dunst, as well as 888poker’s David Tuchman and Nick Wealthall, will call the action.

Expected to be in the field for a number of events on the schedule are 888poker brand ambassadors Dominik NitscheSam AbernathyVivian Saliba, and Sofia Lovgren.

“This will be another fabulous festival for 888poker and WPT,” said Dominik Nitsche, 888poker brand ambassador and WPT champion. “The beauty of events like this is that they provide genuine opportunity for casual players to win big starting from one cent buy-ins, all from the comfort of their own home. With an increasing number of online poker players emerging over the last year, I’m looking forward to witnessing the exhilarating action and the next WPTDS champion emerge.”

This marks the second time in 2021 that 888poker has played host to a WPT event. The most recent WPTDS event on 888poker drew 1,087 entries to create a $1,087,000 prize pool with Brazilian ‘paulinhoo00’ earning $233,705 as the champion.

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“We’re delighted to partner with WPT to launch another WPTDeepStacks series. Responding to the ever-changing needs of our players, the festival provides the prestige and the feel of the live circuit on the mobile or laptop and gives a shot of poker glory to casual and professional players alike,” said Amit Berkovich, Head of 888poker.

 

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Atlaslive Strengthens Global Position with New Appointment of Dmytro Matiiuk as Head of Delivery

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Atlaslive, a leading B2B software development company specializing in the iGaming industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dmytro Matiiuk as the new Head of Delivery. This strategic move underscores Atlaslive’s commitment to excellence and innovation in delivering top-notch software solutions to its global partners.

In his new role, Dmytro Matiiuk will be pivotal in ensuring the successful execution and delivery of projects within Atlaslive’s professional services organization. With a robust background in project management and a deep understanding of leading methodologies, Dmytro brings a wealth of experience in technical requirements development, project planning, customer reporting, and resource management. His expertise spans managing both remote and in-office developers, creating user stories, conducting daily planning and demo meetings, preparing retrospectives, and developing departments from the ground up.

 

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Maxim Slobodyanyuk, CEO of Atlaslive, expressed his enthusiasm about the new appointment: “I am delighted to welcome Dmytro as our new Head of Delivery at Atlaslive. In the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of professional software services, the role of a Head of Delivery is paramount to the success and efficiency of an organization. This multifaceted position requires a unique blend of leadership, strategic thinking, and operational acumen. I am confident that Dmytro will prove to be a great asset, driving our projects to new heights of efficiency and excellence.

Dmytro will be responsible for building and maintaining strong partnerships, acting as a crucial liaison between partners and the delivery team. His role involves ensuring that partners’ expectations are consistently met and addressing any issues that may arise during projects. Maintaining a high standard of quality in project deliverables is critical, and Dmytro will oversee the implementation and monitoring of quality assurance processes to ensure all work meets or exceeds partners expectations.

Known for his exceptional leadership skills and organizational abilities, Dmytro is also a creative strategist. His extensive experience in various roles will undoubtedly benefit Atlaslive as the company continues to expand its offerings across multiple markets.

Commenting on his new role, Dmytro Matiiuk said: “I am honored to be appointed as the Head of Delivery at Atlaslive. In this role, I am committed to driving excellence in our delivery processes, ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency. My focus will be on fostering innovation, enhancing customer satisfaction, and streamlining operations to support our company’s growth and success. Together with our talented team, I look forward to leading initiatives that will not only meet but exceed our partners expectations.”

 

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Atlaslive is excited to welcome Dmytro Matiiuk and looks forward to the continued success and growth that his expertise and leadership will bring to the company. Atlaslive, the tech behind the game.

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STAR SPORTS NETWORK ACQUIRES BROADCASTING RIGHTS FOR ESPORTS WORLD CUP 2024

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Inaugural Esports World Cup is a global celebration of competitive excellence and esports fandom,  with a record-breaking prize pool of over $60 million (500 Cr.)

Star Sports Network and the Esports World Cup Foundation (“EWCF”) today announced the acquisition of broadcasting rights for the Esports World Cup (“EWC”) 2024. The tournament, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from July 3rd to August 25th, will unite the global gaming communities and deliver premier competition in a unique format at an unprecedented scale. Over eight weeks, the EWC will feature the world’s top Esports clubs competing in 21 of the most popular game titles, making it the largest multi-game Esports tournament ever. As the official broadcaster, Star Sports is set to deliver comprehensive coverage of the tournament, offering viewers and fans an unparalleled Esports experience with in-depth commentary in English and Hindi. The Esports World Cup will be streamed on Star Sports’ YouTube channel and broadcast on linear TV via Star Sports First and Star Sports 2.

In 2022, BGMI Masters became the first Esports franchise to be broadcast in India by the Star Sports Network, drawing in millions of viewers over its linear television debut. Highlighting the immense popularity of the online multiplayer battle royale game, Star Sports has been instrumental in bringing esports to the mainstream Indian gaming audience.

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Vikram Passi, Head Marketing – Sports, Disney Star, stated, “Esports is rapidly emerging as a significant force, fuelled by India’s burgeoning gaming culture and its recognition on the global stage. The BGMI Masters’ Series, in just a few seasons, has firmly established itself as a premier tournament in India, demonstrating the immense potential for world-class Esports competitions. With the upcoming Esports World Cup broadcast, we aim to expand our audience base, energize the gaming community, and foster greater acceptance of Esports among non-gamers. This event will not only captivate dedicated Esports enthusiasts but also engage a younger demographic across our platforms, driving a broader appreciation for the competitive gaming landscape.”

Ralf Reichert, CEO Esports World Cup Foundation, said “Our partnership with Star Sports brings the Esports World Cup to India’s massive and passionate gaming audience. Having witnessed this firsthand, I’m thrilled to nurture India’s growing esports scene and inspire future champions. With the world’s best competing in Riyadh, we hope to spark a new wave of esports fandom in India, and maybe even see an Indian team claim victory.”

The EWC will offer the largest prize pool in esports and feature the most popular esports titles across all major gaming genres. It will welcome a new cross-game competition format, awarding prizes for individual game titles and club performances. This will be a first ever Esports World Cup with a prize pool of more than $60 million (INR 500 crore)

The eight games to be broadcasted on Star Sports Network are Call of Duty: Warzone, Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2, Overwatch 2, Apex Legends, Fortnite, EA Sports FC 24, and PUBG Battlegrounds     .

Specific highlights include:

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  • Opening Broadcast: Week 1 July 3rd at 10 PM on SS First and SS YT Channel with Call of Duty: Warzone in Hindi.
  • Weekly Schedule: From Week 3, starting July 18, EWC will be broadcast at 9 PM on SS2 and SS First along with SS YT Channel
  • Hindi Commentary: Call of Duty: Warzone (Week 1) and Counter-Strike 2 (Week 3) will be shown with Hindi commentary on SS First along with and SS YT Channel

The Esports World Cup broadcast on the Star Sports Network will further solidify esports as one of the fastest-growing sports in India, bringing the best of global esports action to India. The Esports World Cup Foundation is pleased to share Star Sports’ vision in bringing esports to a broader audience as they continue to pave the way for the future of competitive gaming in India

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Stretch Network Announces the Total KO Series with €333,000 Prize Pool

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Get ready to shuffle up and deal because Stretch Network is bringing the heat this summer with the awaited Total KO Series (TKO) Tournament for Stretch’s Global Network with €333,000 prize pool! Running from July 10 to July 28, 2024, this series promises to thrill both seasoned pros and newcomers alike.

Key Events To Know:
● Main Event (€50,000 GTD): Scheduled for Saturday, July 27
● Mini Main Event (€12,500 GTD): Taking place on Friday, July 26
● Main Event Omaha (€5,000 GTD): Omaha enthusiasts won’t be left out, as they can compete for a €5,000 guarantee on Sunday, July 28

Daily Excitement: Throughout the series, Daily Headliners deliver GTDs up to €20,000, ensuring there’s always action no matter when you join the fray.

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Special Features:
● Tourneymania Leaderboard: From July 11 to July 28, players can earn points for knockouts across tournaments. With a €5,000 prize pool up for grabs, it’s not just about winning pots—it’s about accumulating points and climbing the leaderboard.
● Freeroll Tournament: Designed to welcome new players, the €1,000 GTD Freeroll promises an accessible entry into the TKO Series without any buy-in.
Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to stack your chips high at the TKO Series!

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