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Thai R&B Artist D Gerrard Wows Fans at ESPL & Warner Music’s MuGa Arena
Esports Players League (ESPL) and Warner Music Thailand are pleased to share that the inaugural Music Gaming (MuGa) Arena Online Valorant Tournament, jointly hosted with Thai R&B singer & songwriter D Gerrard, has ended on a high note. The tournament concluded with an exclusive meet-and-greet event that has enabled players from the top 8 teams to meet with the artist.
MuGa Arena is a partnership between ESPL and Warner Music Thailand to produce engagement between music artists and music fans. The MuGa Arena Online Valorant Tournament with D Gerrard marks the first step of what would hopefully be the start of a new fan engagement experience where gaming meets music. MuGa Arena tournaments largely take place online, and will allow fans to go from consuming their favourite artists’ music and gaming content, to being a part of their gaming experience.
MuGa Arena Online Valorant Tournament
The MuGa Arena Online Valorant Tournament was launched in October 2022 to bring D Gerrard closer to his fans, creating authentic engagement combined with the power of esports. It featured a thrilling online Valorant tournament with 16 teams of 5, all battling to win exclusive merchandise, D Gerrard autographed memorabilia, and the opportunity to meet with the artist.
The tournament began its elimination rounds on the 7th and 8th of January 2023, before concluding on 25th February 2023 during the final showdown. Team Old Bois Club came out victorious against Team No Need Lineup and won the chance to play the ultimate showmatch with D Gerrard and his all-star team virtually on the same day.
D Gerrard Meet-and-Greet
D Gerrard, whose videos have gained over 500 million views on YouTube, made a live appearance at Warner Music Thailand headquarters to celebrate the conclusion of MuGa Arena’s first-ever tournament and to meet players from the top 8 teams. D Gerrard staged a live acoustic performance of hit songs – “Galaxy”, “Luxury”, and “Isekai”. His new song, currently untitled, was given an exclusive preview to fans during the meet-and-greet, as the unreleased track charted the artist’s history and passion for video games.
During a fan Q&A session, D Gerrard was asked on the similarities between music and gaming and what drew him to be the first MuGa Arena featured artist, to which he answered, “Cause they both are everywhere and both have a huge influence on my life!”
“Working with ESPL to bring MUGA to life has been a rewarding and educational experience. Being in the music business it’s refreshing to see what experts in other related fields are doing, and ESPL’s knowledge and experience in gaming and running tournaments brought MUGA to another level. It was a great joy to see D Gerrard enjoy his passion for music and gaming in the same event,” says Rafiq Ridzwan, Head of Domestic Marketing at Warner Music Thailand.
D Gerrard was joined by Ivy Fung, General Manager at ESPL in the prize giving ceremony to officially present tournament players with prizes consisting of D Gerrard-autographed baseball caps, ESPL merchandise and gaming peripherals.
Synergistic Opportunities
Earlier last year, Deloitte shared that an increasing number of younger gamers are finding music to be a big part of their gaming experience.1 Deloitte’s Digital Media Trends fall pulse survey pointed out 42% of Gen Z gamers reported that they “listen to other music while gaming”, and 34% “hear music in a game and then look it up online to stream or buy”. Further data revealed a strong relationship between Gen Z gamers and the music that they experience while gaming. This suggests opportunities for enhanced engagement through stronger partnerships between music and gaming companies, and for more seamless integration between their products.
“ESPL is very excited and pleased to be able to work with Warner Music Thailand and D Gerrard to bring music and gaming together for the communities involved. We are looking forward to more future collaborations to deliver this immersive experience to artists, fans, gamers and the masses alike,” said Fung.

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Continent 8 kicks off operations in Missouri, powering the new online sports betting market
Continent 8 Technologies, the leading provider of global managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity solutions to the iGaming and online sports betting industry, is pleased to announce its continued expansion in the US with the launch of its data center and managed and professional services in Missouri.
Following the approval of Missouri Amendment 2 on November 5, 2024, the Missouri Gaming Commission (MGC) is preparing the state for the launch of its regulated online sports betting market, scheduled for December 1, 2025. Continent 8’s first-to-market strategic approach provides Missouri online sports betting operators and suppliers with immediate access to Continent 8’s data center, along with a full suite of best-in-class services that facilitate the rapid deployment of secure, resilient, zero-compromise gaming platforms.
The US continues to be a strategic market for Continent 8, as it remains not only the fastest growing, but only end-to-end solutions provider for the gaming industry in the nation. Continent 8 possesses requisite regulatory licenses, certifications, approvals and registrations across more than 30 states, including Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and now Missouri. The most recent EGR Power US Rankings underscores Continent 8’s position as the premier service provider in the industry, servicing and supporting 95% of the listed operators.
Michael Tobin, CEO and Founder of Continent 8 Technologies, stated: “The approval of Missouri Amendment 2 highlights the continuous growth of the regulated and highly competitive US online sports betting market. We are thrilled to already be engaged with numerous customers and actively preparing their environments for the soon-to-open market.
“Our approach, anchored in regulatory compliance, ensures that gaming operators and suppliers are equipped with market-ready solutions to swiftly establish state-compliant, secure and uncompromising infrastructures, while providing ample time to optimize their platforms well in advance of the state’s launch date.”
For insights into Missouri’s online sports betting market, schedule a meeting with Continent 8 at NEXT Summit New York 2025 (Booth 7), from March 12-13.
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THE MEXICAN CASINO CALIENTE QUERÉTARO INTRODUCES ZITRO’S CONCEPT CABINET LINE
The prestigious Grupo Orenes has added Zitro’s CONCEPT cabinet line at Caliente Casino Querétaro.
This new addition is performing spectacularly well in international markets and is now also showing impressive results at their casino in Santiago de Querétaro. Its innovative Magic Lighting system provides a spectacle of lights synchronized with the game, and a giant Screen Deck provides comfort and functionality for both players and the operational team, among many other features that make it a global success.
In addition to the new CONCEPT cabinets, the alliance between Caliente and Zitro is reinforced by the successful Legendary Sword multi-game. This game transports players to a medieval world where, with the help of a magic sword, they can double their prizes through unique mechanics.
Luis Moya, Corporate General Manager of Grupo Orenes Mexico, highlighted, “We are very satisfied with the incorporation of CONCEPT to our entertainment offer. For us, it is fundamental to understand the preferences of our clients, which is why, once again, we rely on Zitro to offer the diversity and fun that players expect while ensuring high performance in our casino. Zitro is, without a doubt, a safe bet.”
For his part, Johnny Viveiros Ortiz, founder of Zitro, declared: “We are proud to continue strengthening our relationship with Grupo Orenes, a highly prestigious operator in the industry. The addition of our CONCEPT cabinet line in their casino reaffirms our commitment to continue innovating and offering game experiences that make a difference. We are sure that this new bet will be a success for both parties and, above all, for players”.
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GGPoker Announces Return Of WSOP Super Circuit With $100M Prize Guarantee
Play for 18 WSOP Gold Rings and massive cash prizes from March 2 – $2M in WSOP Main Event packages and Road to Vegas tickets also to be won
GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated WSOP Super Circuit online tournament series, scheduled to run from Sunday, March 2 through Monday, March 31. This year’s series boasts a monumental $100 million in guaranteed prizes, reaffirming GGPoker’s commitment to delivering the biggest and best poker experiences.
The 2025 WSOP Super Circuit features 18 prestigious WSOP Gold Ring events, each awarding the coveted ring alongside substantial prize pools.
Highlighted Ring Events:
- #2: $108 Mystery Bounty Kick-Off – March 2 – $108 buy-in – $1.5M GTD – $100K Top Bounty
- #6: $215 Mystery Millions [Day 2] – March 19 – $215 buy-in – $5M GTD – $500K Top Bounty
- #18: WSOP Super Circuit MAIN EVENT [Day 2] – March 31 – $525 buy-in – $10M GTD
In addition to the substantial prize pools, all WSOP Ring event winners will receive an invitation to the $1 million WSOP Tournament of Champions, set to take place during the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas this summer. This exclusive freeroll bracelet event offers champions a chance to compete for additional glory on poker’s grandest stage.
WSOP Super Circuit gold ring winners will also receive free entry to the exclusive GG Lounge in Las Vegas during this year’s WSOP summer event.
GGPoker Global Ambassador Daniel Negreanu expressed his enthusiasm: “Winning a WSOP gold ring is special. I still treasure my first (and only!) WSOP Circuit Ring, which I won in 2006. The WSOP Super Circuit at GGPoker allows players to chase gold and glory from the comfort of their homes; now is the time to take your shot.”
Beyond the ring events, the series includes a comprehensive schedule of side events and satellite tournaments, catering to players of all levels and bankrolls.
At least $2M in WSOP Main Event packages and satellite tickets to GGPoker’s upcoming Road To Vegas qualifier tournaments are also up for grabs during this year’s WSOP Super Circuit. For the chance to grab your share, simply play in WSOP Super Circuit events; $20, $150 and $1,200 Road To Vegas tickets and $12K WSOP Main Event packages will be randomly awarded during series events.
New GGPoker players are eligible for the platform’s Welcome Bonus and can participate in the Honeymoon for Newcomers promotion, which offers additional rewards during their initial days on the site. All players are automatically enrolled in GGPoker’s Fish Buffet loyalty program, which provides regular cash prizes and incentives.
For a detailed schedule and more information about the WSOP Super Circuit 2025 online tournament series, please visit: ggpoker.com/tournaments/wsop-super-circuit-2025/
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