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Sportsbet.io Becomes New Title Partner of Snooker’s Players Championship, Tour Championship and Champion of Champions

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Three celebrated events on snooker’s global tour, renowned for their elite fields, will welcome Sportsbet.io as their new title partner for the next two years. The Sportsbet.io Players Championship will run from March 17-23, 2025, at Telford International Centre, followed by the Sportsbet.io Tour Championship from March 31 to April 6 at Manchester Central and then the Sportsbet.io Champion of Champions from November 10-16 in Bolton.

All three events will be screened live by ITV and will receive extensive global television and online coverage from a range of international broadcasters.

Sportsbet.io, a leading crypto sportsbook and casino, Official Regional Partner of LALIGA, Official Betting Partner of English football team, Hull City and a Club Partner of Premier League team Newcastle United, now joins forces with WST and Matchroom for the first time. Sportsbet.io is part of Yolo Group, known for bringing next-level innovation to the worlds of gaming, fintech and blockchain.

The Sportsbet.io Players Championship is the second event in the 2025 Players Series. Only the top 16 on this season’s one-year ranking list will earn a place in the field in Telford. Mark Allen won the trophy last season, and as it stands he could be defending the title in a field including the likes of world number one Judd Trump, World Champion Kyren Wilson, Ding Junhui, Mark Selby, Neil Robertson, Shaun Murphy, Mark Williams, John Higgins and many more top stars.

Then for the climax of the series, the Sportsbet.io Tour Championship at a fantastic venue in the heart of Manchester, only the top 12 earn a spot in the draw.

The Sportsbet.io Champion of Champions, ever present on the calendar since 2013, brings together 16 winners of tournaments over the previous 12 months. Mark Williams took the title in 2024, coming through a superb field which included the likes of Judd Trump, Kyren Wilson and Ronnie O’Sullivan.

Peter Wright, Chief Commercial Officer for WST, said: “We are excited to team up with Yolo Group as they are known for their inventive approach to the digital world which is going to be an ever-changing landscape in years to come. They have a range of fabulous snooker events to help build the Sportsbet.io brand. The Players Series events are only for the best players on the one-year rankings so it rewards the players in form with places in these prestigious tournaments. Fans will pack the arenas in both Telford and Manchester and we look forward to working with the Yolo team over these events.”

Emily Frazer, CEO of Matchroom Multi Sport, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Sportsbet.io as the title sponsor for the Champion of Champions, alongside the Players and Tour Championship. The Champion of Champions is a standout event on the snooker calendar, renowned for its elite line-up and global reach. Partnering with Sportsbet.io, a brand synonymous with innovation and excellence, ensures these tournaments will continue to thrive as world-class spectacles. We’re excited to work together in showcasing the very best of snooker to fans across the globe.”

Shane Anderson – Director of Partnerships, Content, Brand of Yolo Entertainment, said: “At Yolo Group, we’re passionate about pushing boundaries and creating unforgettable experiences, which is why partnering with three of snooker’s most prestigious tournaments is such an exciting opportunity for us. The Players Championship, Tour Championship, and Champion of Champions embody excellence, just as Sportsbet.io strives to innovate and elevate the worlds of sportsbook and blockchain. We’re thrilled to bring this partnership to life and connect with snooker fans around the globe.”

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PIN-UP Global invites to join the team of professionals at ICE

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Find out more about the career vacancies in the international iGaming holding PIN-UP Global during the ICE conference, which will be held from January 20 to 22 in Barcelona, where everyone will be able to talk to the recruitment team, and even have an interview right at the PIN-UP stand.  

A separate HirePoint by PIN-UP will be set up at stand 5G31, where the holding company’s recruiters will conduct quick interviews and collect references. It will be possible to make an appointment in a few seconds using a special interactive screen, and there will be nice incentive gifts for participation.

“In just a few minutes it will be possible to book your appointment by completing an application form, present your skills, discuss opportunities and take the first step towards a career at PIN-UP Global. The interactive screen will showcase current vacancies with a quick response option. This is a unique opportunity to learn about career prospects in an international holding company with a strong value system”, says Oksana Izmailova, Chief Human Resources Officer at PIN-UP Global.

PIN-UP Global continues to scale rapidly: in 2024 alone, the holding company’s team has grown by more than 1,400 people to almost 4,000. Such rapid business development every day opens up new opportunities and prospects for both existing team members and those wishing to become part of it. PIN-UP Global regularly conducts employee satisfaction surveys and pays special attention to the development of all team members.

PIN-UP Global is an international iGaming holding company specializing in the development and implementation of advanced technologies, B2B solutions and innovative products for the iGaming industry. PIN-UP Global has offices in Cyprus, Ukraine, Poland, Kazakhstan and Armenia and a team of over 20 nationalities. In 2024, PIN-UP Global received the prestigious “Best Workplace” award from SIGMA, confirming its status as the best employer in the iGaming industry for the second consecutive year.

 

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Million Games Launches First RNG Table Games: Million Baccarat and Million Blackjack

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Million Games is excited to present its first-ever RNG table games: Million Baccarat and Million Blackjack. These timeless casino staples, enjoyed in both brick-and-mortar and online casinos around the world, offering players a thrilling and authentic experience right at their fingertips. With a focus on delivering fun and exciting entertainment, these classic games give players the opportunity to enjoy the excitement and suspense of table games!

Million Baccarat brings the excitement of this global favourite straight to your screen. Players are invited to place their bets as they predict whether the banker or the player will win, or if it’ll end in a tie. With its elegant design and smooth gameplay, Million Baccarat offers an immersive experience that replicates the refined thrill of the casino floor.

For those who love the suspense of Blackjack, Million Blackjack lets players experience the high-stakes game in a RNG format. Fans of the game will enjoy its classic rules – get as close to 21 as possible without going bust, and outsmart the dealer to claim the prize. This version perfectly captures the thrill, where every hand keeps you on the edge of your seat.

With these two releases, Million Games introduces its first RNG table games, bringing a taste of real casino action into the online gaming world. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a newcomer, Million Baccarat and Million Blackjack offer an authentic, thrilling experience where the cards are always in your hands.

Million Games CEO, Thomas Nimstad, commented: “We’ve always aimed to bring innovation and creativity to our games, but with Million Baccarat and Million Blackjack, we wanted to stick to the classics. These games have stood the test of time, and now, we’re excited to bring them to the Million Games audience in an engaging and exiting way. We believe that players will enjoy these experiences in a Million ways!”

Both games will be launched later on in January. Looking ahead, Million Games has an exciting lineup of launches scheduled in the coming 6 months. Alongside their own game releases, they will also introduce fresh content from partner studios under the Million Stars program. With more online slots, table games, and innovative gaming experiences on the horizon, Million Games is eager to expand its portfolio and bring even more entertainment to players worldwide.

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Natural8 India welcomes 2025 in style with Natural8 India X APT Manila Classic 2025

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Welcoming 2025 in spectacular style, Natural8 India has announced its latest India Exclusive, Natural8 India X APT Manila Classic 2025, to the delight of poker enthusiasts across the country. The multi-table tournament, scheduled to take place on January 19, will offer participants a chance to fight for the massive event prize pool and the glory of winning a prestigious APT Trophy. But that’s not all, for nine finalists will also secure an all-expense paid trip to participate in APT Manila – competing for the grand prize at a grand stage with some of the sharpest poker players in all of Asia!

With a buy-in of only INR 5,500, Natural8 India X APT Manila Classic 2025 will offer flight and stay packages for nine finalists, worth up to INR 100,000 each, for the upcoming APT Manila Classic. In addition, the top four finalists will secure a Main Event ticket worth INR 90,000 each at APT Manila Classic 2025, while the other five will win Mini Main Event tickets worth INR 37,000 each. The tournament also has various satellites running daily from January 12 to January 19, with a buy-in of just INR 550.

Speaking on the upcoming India Exclusive, Kunal Patni, Executive Director and Country Head – Natural8 India, said, “2024 was a spectacular year for Natural8 India and the broader Indian poker community. Throughout the year, we saw a strong response to the various India Exclusives, which not only nurtured the country’s growing poker landscape but also connected poker enthusiasts to the broader Asian poker scene on a more consistent basis. We took 23 players to various APT events in 2024 through these India Exclusive APT events. With the Natural8 India X APT Manila Classic 2025, we expect a similarly stellar response, especially with mega bonus on offer worth up to INR 15 lakh. Our latest India Exclusive will set the tone for the rest of the year and give poker enthusiasts and professional players across the country a chance to start 2025 on a bang!”

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