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Chengdu Set to Host BLAST Dota Slam Arena Event This December as Part of Three-Year Deal
Competitive entertainment company BLAST has announced its debut arena event in mainland China with the BLAST Dota Slam Chengdu, set to take place 5–7 December 2025 at the Wuliangye Chengdu Performing Arts Centre, in collaboration with the Chengdu Television and Media Company.
The world’s best Dota 2 teams will battle it out for glory and a $1,000,000 prize pool, in front of thousands of fans inside the arena and millions more watching across the globe. The event will be broadcast live in more than 50+ territories and 30+ languages, further showcasing Chengdu on the global esports stage.
The event will be delivered as part of a close partnership and multi-year agreement with Chengdu Television and Media Company, with follow-up tournaments to be confirmed for in the future.
The Wuliangye Chengdu Performing Arts Centre is a state-of-the-art, 12,000-seat venue designed to host world-class concerts, live performances and major entertainment events.. As one of Chengdu’s landmark cultural venues, the Centre features cutting-edge facilities and versatile design, reinforcing the city’s reputation as a global destination for entertainment and live experiences.
The partnership with Chengdu Television and Media Company will ensure the event combines BLAST’s world-class production with strong local storytelling and cultural integration. This collaboration marks a significant moment in the development of esports in Chengdu, supporting the city’s ambitions to position itself as a hub for live entertainment and competitive gaming in Asia. The city is also set to host the 2025 League Of Legends World Championship Final in Chengdu in November 2025, and has a long history of hosting esports events right back to 2009.
James Woollard, Director of Market Development at BLAST, said: “We are incredibly proud to bring BLAST’s first ever event in mainland China to Chengdu; a city with rich culture, cutting-edge infrastructure, a history of live entertainment and a growing reputation for gaming and esports. Entering the buoyant and growing Chinese esports and gaming space – one of our fastest growing viewership markets – is hugely important, and partnering with Chengdu Television and Media Company allows us to combine our global competitive entertainment pedigree with trusted local expertise to deliver something truly special. The Phoenix Mountain Sports Park Arena is a phenomenal venue, and we can’t wait to create landmark esports moments there this December as part of a multi-year partnership.”
Zhou Wenwen, General Manager of Chengdu Broadcasting Film and Television Group, said, “We are very glad to cooperate with BLAST and bring a world-class esports experience to Chengdu. The BLAST Slam is not only a competitive feast for fans all over the world, but also an important opportunity to showcase Chengdu as an international cultural, sports and entertainment destination. We believe that the cooperation between the two sides in the next three years will surely inject strong fuel into the development of the esports industry in Chengdu and make significant contributions. “
BLAST Dota Slam Chengdu is expected to deliver significant economic and cultural impact for Chengdu. Esports has become a powerful platform for cities worldwide, attracting young and engaged visitors, driving tourism and investment and reinforcing international visibility.
With major BLAST events in 2025 already staged in Rio, London, Lisbon, Austin, Boston, Singapore and Hong Kong, Chengdu now joins the global circuit of landmark esports destinations.
The first direct invites for the event have been announced with Tundra, Heroic, Team Spirit, Team Falcons, Parivision and Team Liquid all set to compete for a spot in the BLAST Slam Chengdu in December.
Fans can sign up at BLAST.tv to be the first to receive ticketing updates, exclusive news and pre-sale access for BLAST Dota Slam Chengdu.
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GGPoker Unveils Massive Weekly $100K Freeroll, Kicking Off October 18
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Play your way to a share of $100,000 each week
GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, today announced the launch of an exhilarating new promotion designed to give players even more chances to win big: the Weekly $100K Freeroll. Starting on October 18, poker enthusiasts can compete for a share of a guaranteed $100,000 prize pool every single week, completely free of charge.
The Weekly $100K Freeroll offers a straightforward path for players to turn their everyday poker action into significant winnings. Players can claim tickets to both the Daily Freeroll tournaments or the main Weekly Freerolls in a variety of ways. The Daily Freerolls run twice every day, with thousands of Weekly Freeroll tickets up for grabs in each event.
Every Saturday at 08:00 (UTC-8), the main $100,000 freeroll tournament will take center stage, promising thrilling action and substantial payouts for hundreds of players.
How to Enter the Daily and Weekly Freerolls
GGPoker has made qualification easily accessible:
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Daily Freerolls (Run Twice Daily): Players can secure a ticket by:
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Fully completing their sign-up at GGPoker
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Making a deposit
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Playing 100 cash game hands
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Weekly $100K Freeroll (Every Saturday): Players can earn their spot in the big weekly event by:
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Winning a ticket in a Daily Freeroll
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Making a cumulative deposit of $500 or more during the week
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Refer a Friend Bonus: Successfully referring a friend (via GGPoker’s new Refer Your Friend feature) who registers and makes their first deposit will also grant a direct ticket to the Weekly $100K Freeroll for both players
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Playing 1,000 cash game hands
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“We are incredibly excited to launch the Weekly $100K Freeroll, offering our players an unparalleled opportunity to compete for a massive prize pool with no buy-in required,” said Sarne Lightman, Managing Director of GGPoker. “This promotion is designed to both reward our loyal community and welcome new players, making poker more accessible and exciting than ever. With multiple ways to qualify daily, everyone has a shot at playing for a tasty score each Saturday.”
To learn more about the Weekly $100K Freeroll, please visit: ggpoker.com/promotions/weekly-freeroll/
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Important Information regarding Fast Track services
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Fast Track is issuing this statement regarding an isolated incident that occurred in early October.
Fast Track experienced a highly sophisticated cyber attack that specifically targeted two clients operating on the Fast Track Platform.
Upon detection of the breach, Fast Track immediately ceased the attack and informed the affected parties.
Fast Track confirms that no other clients have been impacted by this incident.
Further details will be provided as they become available and appropriate to release.
If you have any questions regarding this incident, please email [email protected].
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Week 41/2025 slot games releases
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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming
GAMOMAT is taking players on a colourful adventure with its new title, Frooty Troupe Sun Splash. This feel-good game launches the new Frooty Troupe series, transporting players to exciting worlds, with more to be revealed in time.
Relax Gaming has launched Masked Treasures, a volatile Aztec-inspired slot packed with mystery symbols and free spins. Set deep in the jungle on a 5×3 reel layout, Masked Treasures invites players to uncover sacred rewards hidden behind ornate gold masks, with a maximum win potential of 5,000x the stake.
Evoplay has launched Hocus Pocus Sorcery, where the night comes alive with glowing gems, enchanted books, and mischievous black cat. Hocus Pocus Sorcery captures the Halloween spirit with a supernatural flair. Players are welcomed into a moonlit world of bubbling cauldrons and mysterious symbols, where each spin offers a chance to unlock powerful features and hidden rewards.
Players will feel the power of the herd and find strength in every spin in Buffalo Wild Collection, the latest slot from in-demand iGaming content provider, ICONIC21. Buffalo Wild Collection takes players to the Great Plains, where they follow these magnificent beasts towards potentially big wins.
TaDa Gaming, is hoisting the Jolly Roger for a barrel full of gold in new release Lucky Macaw. An unusual grid layout sees three reels and three rows, with the centre reel holding an extra position/fourth row, plus 10 fixed paylines. Set in Pirate Cove with the galleon anchored offshore, Captain Macaw is ready to parley with players for pirate coins and bags of gold cash symbols.
Endorphina has announced the release of its newest title, Sloteus Gold. Featuring 5 reels, 4 rows, 25 fixed paylines, and a royal treasure narrative, Sloteus Gold is now available in online casinos. This new Endorphina slot invites players on a royal adventure for King Sloteus’ Gold, where valuable coins with multipliers up to x15 are in play.
Amusnet has released its latest slot game – 40 Lucky Wilds Hot. This sizzling online slot turns the temperature up with classic charm, vibrant symbols, and electrifying winning potential. Designed with 5 reels and 40 fixed paylines, 40 Lucky Wilds Hot invites players into a world where every spin crackles with excitement.
Million Games, together with Million Stars partner studio Yugo Workshop, has announced the launch of FreakShow Hotel, a Halloween-themed 5×3 video slot designed to deliver both festive fun and serious win potential. Set inside Count Drac’s haunted hotel, the game invites players to join a supernatural banquet filled with ghosts, monsters, and high-paying surprises.
Stakelogic has unveiled its latest enchanted adventure, Leprechaun’s Loot, where Irish folklore meets inventive mechanics. Starring Pip O’Spin, a cheeky leprechaun from the emerald hills with a gift for turning rainbows into gold, the game combines playful storytelling with exciting Hold ‘N’ Win action.
Play’n GO breathes new life into ancient Chinese mythology with Bao Shi, a visually striking 5-reel slot centred around the mythical Lion God, Lioras. Set amidst mist-shrouded mountains and long-forgotten temples, Bao Shi beckons players to release Lioras from an ancient spell cast by a malevolent warlord, bringing prosperity to those brave enough to beat the drums of destiny.
Evoplay has launched Trick or Treat Joker, a spooky slot where mischief and mayhem rule the night. Led by the sinister yet charming Joker, this Halloween-themed release blends spooky visuals with classic fruit symbols for a mischievous twist on conventional gameplay. Pumpkins, cobwebs, bats, and glowing symbols create a haunting setting for an eerie adventure.
Spinomenal is celebrating this year’s Halloween with the release of its new title, Spooky Halloween. Spinomenal’s chilling slot is set within a forest cloaked in fog, surrounded by twisted trees and glowing candles illuminating the 5×4 layout. Adding to the haunting experience is an atmospheric soundtrack, echoing with eerie chimes that builds anticipation with every spin.
Amusnet has released its latest video slot, Wild Fortune. This 5-reel, 40-fixed-payline video slot features nine beautifully designed symbols. The Wild symbol expands on all reels and positions, helping players to complete winning combinations and unlock hidden treasures.
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