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The Stars Group Adds Portugal to Pokerstars Southern Europe Shared Player Pool
PokerStars.pt joined the shared player pool following a July 2017 agreement among regulators in Portugal, France, Spainand Italy to form an online poker compact in those countries.
Rafi Ashkenazi, Chief Executive Officer of The Stars Group, said: “Adding Portugal to France and Spain will expand the pool of players in Southern Europe. This is great news for players, who will benefit from larger player pools with bigger prizes, better promotions and a wider selection of games, which we hope will continue to deliver positive results in those markets.”
The January launch of shared liquidity in France and Spain has already had a positive impact for PokerStars and its players. Italian regulators have yet to confirm details of the country’s involvement, but are expected to join the other countries next year.
To celebrate the launch of shared liquidity in Portugal, PokerStars will host a €5 million guaranteed prize pool online poker series, known as the Trio Series, with a €500,000 guaranteed Main Event. PokerStars currently anticipates launching the Trio Series in June 2018.
The Trio Series follows the successful France and Spain edition of the Spring Championship of Online Poker (SCOOP) in April, which surpassed its €10 million advertised guarantee to reach €11.7 million, attracting 37,000 unique entries across more than 100 scheduled events. The FRESH (France Espania Hold’em) Series, which took place from January 28 through February 11, was the first joint series between French and Spanish players and attracted more than 30,000 unique entries across 50 scheduled events and generated a total prize pool of more than €6 million.
About The Stars Group:
The Stars Group is a leading provider of technology-based product offerings in the global gaming and interactive entertainment industries. The Stars Group directly or indirectly, including through its Stars Interactive Group division, owns gaming and related consumer businesses and brands, such as PokerStars, PokerStars Casino, BetStars, Full Tilt, and the PokerStars Players No Limit Hold’em Championship, European Poker Tour, PokerStars Caribbean Adventure, Latin American Poker Tour, Asia Pacific Poker Tour, PokerStars Festival and PokerStars MEGASTACK live poker tour and event brands. These brands together have millions of registered customers globally and collectively form the largest poker business in the world, comprising online poker games and tournaments, sponsored live poker competitions, marketing arrangements for branded poker rooms in popular casinos in major cities around the world, and poker programming and content created for television and online audiences. The Stars Group, through certain of these and other brands, also offers non-poker gaming products, including casino and sportsbook. The Stars Group, through certain of its subsidiaries, is licensed or approved to offer, or offers under third party licenses or approvals, its product offerings in various jurisdictions throughout the world, including in Europe, both within and outside of the European Union, Australia, the Americas and elsewhere. In particular, PokerStars is the world’s most licensed online gaming brand, holding licenses or related operating approvals in 17 jurisdictions.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking Statements and Other Information
This news release may contain forward-looking statements and information within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements can, but may not always, be identified by the use of words such as “anticipate”, “plan”, “continue”, “estimate”, “expect”, “may”, “will”, “intend”, “could”, “might”, “would”, “should”, “believe”, and similar references to future periods or the negatives of these words and expressions. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. There can be no assurance that actual results will not differ materially from those expressed or implied in forward-looking statements. Undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements. Please refer to The Stars Group’s most recent annual information form and annual and interim financial statements and management’s discussion and analysis for more information about the factors, assumptions and risks that may apply to The Star’s Group’s forward-looking statements. Each forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date hereof, and The Stars Group undertakes no obligation to correct or update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
Source: The Stars Group
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Gaming Realms Appoints Lauren Bradley as Director of Account Management
Gaming Realms, a leading provider of mobile-focused gaming content, has appointed Lauren Bradley as its new Director of Account Management, strengthening its growing team.
Lauren brings over a decade of iGaming experience to Gaming Realms, having held key leadership roles within the industry. Previously serving as the Head of Commercial at both Blueprint Gaming and Realistic Games, she has a proven track record of driving commercial success and strategic growth.
Before these positions, Lauren played a pivotal role in business development at Bede Gaming and honed her sales expertise as a Sales Manager at iSoftBet. Drawing upon her deep understanding of commercial success, Lauren will be instrumental in driving Gaming Realms’ continued expansion.
Her strategic leadership will be key in sustaining the company’s recent impressive total revenue growth of 18%. Lauren’s appointment follows numerous other appointments as Gaming Realms expands its team to accommodate a surge in demand for its Slingo titles.
Gareth Scott, Chief Commercial Officer at Gaming Realms, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Lauren to the team. Her acumen and experience will prove valuable in ensuring we meet our commercial aspirations, maintaining our trajectory of growth in both existing and emerging regulated markets.”
Lauren Bradley, Director of Account Management at Gaming Realms, said: “Gaming Realms is a dynamic and rapidly growing brand. I’m incredibly excited about the opportunity to contribute to its success and aid in the ongoing expansion.
“Supported by a roadmap of fresh entertainment experiences for players to enjoy and numerous new market entries and developments on the horizon, it’s an exciting time to be joining the team.”
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HIPTHER Academy Launches: Advancing Gaming & Tech with Premier Learning and Brand Values
HIPTHER proudly announces the launch of our Academy and official introduction of our brand community and guiding principles.
Going beyond a simple brand, HIPTHER is a forward-thinking movement, a community dedicated to the responsible evolution of technology, compliance, and innovation. It embodies a mindset that bridges tradition and the future, uniting people who are passionate about technology’s potential and committed to ethical and sustainable growth – the HIPTHERs! Through the #hipthers network, HIPTHER fosters a global community of innovators, industry leaders, and change-makers who don’t just look to the future – they’re shaping it.
Inspired by our guiding principles of fostering innovation, ethical growth, integrity, responsible ambition, diversity, respect and boldness, we are thrilled to introduce HIPTHER Academy, a structured learning platform embedded within our conferences, aimed at empowering professionals with in-demand skills and recognized certifications.
What is HIPTHER Academy?
HIPTHER Academy is a dynamic educational platform integrated into HIPTHER’s conferences, created to equip professionals with essential skills and valuable certifications in rapidly advancing fields. Through targeted, hands-on workshops led by industry experts, participants can deepen their expertise in key areas like iGaming, blockchain, AI, fintech, and cybersecurity. As an extension of HIPTHER’s commitment to growth and innovation, the Academy pushes the boundaries of professional development, offering attendees a deeper dive into the knowledge required to thrive in today’s evolving B2B landscape.
Key Features of HIPTHER Academy
- Expert-Led Workshops: Experienced professionals and thought leaders from various industries, ensure that participants get practical, up-to-date knowledge directly from those who shape the field.
- Certification Opportunities: Participants can earn certifications in different areas by completing designated workshops. These certifications are designed to be valuable credentials that demonstrate your expertise in key areas of B2B technology and beyond!
- Multi-Level Learning Paths & Advanced Certification: For those who want to go even deeper, some workshops will evolve into multi-level courses. After completing all three levels of a continued workshop series, participants receive advanced certification, indicating a thorough mastery of the subject.
Areas of study include:
- iGaming
- Blockchain
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Fintech, Cybersecurity
- Other Emerging Technologies: from Augmented Reality (AR) to the Internet of Things (IoT) and beyond.
Get More Information & View Upcoming Workshops
Why Choose HIPTHER Academy?
Expert Instructors: Learn from industry leaders with years of experience.
Exclusive Insights: Access insider knowledge and cutting-edge industry trends.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with other professionals in the field.
Recognized Certifications: Earn certifications that are valued across the industry.
“HIPTHER Academy represents the next step in our mission to empower professionals with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. By combining expert-led learning with our guiding principles of innovation, integrity, and responsible growth, we are creating a platform that not only builds expertise but also fosters a global community of ethical leaders shaping the future of gaming, tech, and beyond.”— Zoltan Tundik, Co-Founder and Head of Business at HIPTHER
With HIPTHER Academy, we’re not just building careers – we’re building a future where innovation and responsibility go hand in hand, empowering professionals to lead the way in shaping a better tomorrow. See you at the upcoming Workshops!
Compliance Updates
WA.Technology awarded ISO 27001:2022 certification
Leading supplier awarded gold standard for information security management systems with new accreditation
WA.Technology, the award-winning B2B iGaming solutions provider, has reached a new milestone after being awarded the ISO 27001:2022 certification.
The globally recognised standard outlines the robust requirements that companies must meet for information security management systems (ISMS). The certification offers a comprehensive framework for developing, implementing, and maintaining robust data security practices in an online environment.
Being awarded the ISO 27001:2022 certification reflects WA.Technology’s ongoing commitment to maintaining the highest possible security controls and data integrity standards across its entire organisation.
The process involved an in-depth analysis of WA.Technology’s information security policies and analysis of the procedures and comprehensive security controls in place to protect the business against potential vulnerabilities. These threats include unauthorised data breaches, sharing of information, and other potential risks.
This is the International Organisation for Standardisation’s (ISO) latest version of the 27001 certification, which features enhanced provisions around emerging information security risks and challenges in the digital landscape, including those related to cloud security, remote working, building access, maintenance of company data, and the utilisation of new technologies. An upgrade from the 2013 certification, ISO 27001:2022 provides online-facing organisations with a clear framework for implementing and managing an effective ISMS to protect confidential information.
Francesca Grech, ISO Coordinator at WA.Technology, celebrated the new certification: “We are delighted to have received the ISO 27001:2022 certification – this is a true reflection of our commitment to upholding the highest standards in information and cyber security and improving our overall risk management and operational efficiency.”
“ISO 27001:2022 is the gold standard for security for any online business; it is no longer a ‘nice to have’ certification but an essential. At WA.Technology, we thoroughly understand the importance of deploying robust security systems across our entire business. This is imperative not only to protect our partners’ information but also to build trust and enhance credibility and confidence too.”
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