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GGPoker Announces WSOP Online Series Schedule – $25M GTD Main Event Largest in Online Poker History
54 total bracelets up for grabs in once-in-a-lifetime tournament series
GGPoker releases further details on its WSOP Online Series, with events starting from July 19 through September 6. In total, 54 World Series of Poker bracelets will be won.
The WSOP Online Series is headlined by the $5,000 No Limit Hold’em Main Event, which boasts a record-breaking $25 million prize pool guaranteed, the biggest in the history of online poker. This massive tournament will feature multiple Day 1s, similar to its live predecessor, running from August 16, with Day 2 kicking off on August 30.
Other highlights include:
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WSOP Event #1: $100 The Opener – July 19 (Day 2) – $2,000,000 prize pool guarantee
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WSOP Event #2: $1,111 Every 1 for Covid Relief – July 19 – $111 from each entry goes to the Caesars Cares fund
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WSOP Event #10: $400 COLOSSUS – July 26 (Day 2) – $3,000,000 prize pool guarantee
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WSOP Event #17: $1,500 MILLIONAIRE MAKER – August 2 (Day 2) – $1,000,000 first prize guaranteed
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WSOP Event #25: $10,000 Heads UP NLH Championship – August 9 -Limited to 128 players
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WSOP Event #31: $500 Mini Main Event – August 16 (Day 2) – $5,000,000 prize pool guarantee
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WSOP Event #38: $25,000 NLH Poker Players Championship – August 23 – $10,000,000 prize pool guarantee
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WSOP Event #39: BIG 50 – August 23 (Day 2) – $50 buy-in, $1,000,000 prize pool guarantee, lowest WSOP bracelet event in WSOP history)
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WSOP Event #52: $10,000 WSOP Super MILLION$ – September 6 – $5,000,000 prize pool guarantee
“We knew GGPoker would go BIG on the WSOP Online Series, but this is ridiculous,” said Ty Stewart, Executive Director of the World Series of Poker. “The single biggest guarantee in the history of online poker is exactly what this once-in-a-lifetime event deserves.”
GGPoker will run a series of micro and low stake qualifying events leading up to the WSOP Online Series start date of July 19, giving all players no matter the size of their bankroll the opportunity to target a WSOP bracelet.
“This reminds me of poker’s boom years. Anyone who has dreamed of winning a real WSOP bracelet can now do so across the globe,” added Daniel Negreanu, GGPoker Ambassador. “There’s no feeling like winning a WSOP bracelet, and GGPoker is opening that opportunity to the masses.”
Players interested in standard satellite tournaments will be accommodated, with satellites commencing on July 1 and scheduled throughout the series.
“The ability to compete for WSOP bracelets – the ultimate prize in poker – from home is so amazing,” added Fedor Holz, WSOP bracelet winner and all-time leading German poker player. “The big events will be full of players from all over the world; Europe, Canada, South America and everywhere else – the WSOP action will be scorching hot this summer!”
Players that make WSOP Online event final tables will be required to play under their real names, allowing viewers on GGPoker.TV and PokerCentral to cheer on their favorites. Additionally, the real names of all players that win cash prizes will be made available.
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GR8 Tech Named Best Platform Provider 2026 at SiGMA Eurasia Awards
GR8 Tech has been awarded Best Platform Provider 2026 at the SiGMA Eurasia Awards, reaffirming its position as a leading technology partner for casino and sportsbook operators worldwide.
The recognition highlights the company’s ability to deliver a stable, high-performance platform that enables rapid market entry and seamless scalability across regulated and emerging markets.
The award reflects GR8 Tech’s Platform for Champions philosophy—a full-stack iGaming platform engineered for speed, flexibility, and reliability under peak operational loads. Designed to support both casino and sportsbook businesses, the platform allows operators to configure, localize, and scale efficiently while maintaining consistent performance across jurisdictions.
A key driver behind the win is GR8 Tech’s recently launched Crypto Turnkey solution, which combines a comprehensive sportsbook and casino offering with native multi-wallet functionality. This solution enables operators to enter crypto-friendly markets faster, streamline payments, and offer modern betting experiences tailored to evolving player preferences.
Commenting on the achievement, Sergey Ghazaryan, Chief Revenue Officer at GR8 Tech, said:
“Awards are meaningful when they reflect real-world performance. This recognition confirms that operators can rely on our platform when entering new markets and scaling under pressure. The Platform for Champions is built to perform when it matters most, and we’ll continue delivering the competitive advantages our partners need to succeed locally and globally.”
The Best Platform Provider 2026 title follows GR8 Tech’s recent accolade as Best Software Supplier of the Year at the European iGaming Awards, further cementing the company’s reputation as a top-tier iGaming technology provider.
With a focus on rapid integration, smart localization, and long-term scalability, GR8 Tech continues to set new benchmarks for platform performance and innovation in the global iGaming industry. Operators looking to launch faster and scale with confidence can explore GR8 Tech’s award-winning Platform for Champions through personalized demos and consultations.
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Esportes da Sorte Becomes Official Sponsor of Brazil’s Biggest Carnival Celebrations in 2026
Esportes da Sorte, one of Brazil’s leading iGaming brands, has announced a major nationwide sponsorship for Carnival 2026, securing an official presence at the country’s most iconic and culturally significant celebrations.
The initiative marks one of the most extensive Carnival activation projects ever undertaken by a gaming company in Brazil.
For Carnival 2026, Esportes da Sorte will serve as an official sponsor in seven Brazilian capitals: Recife, Salvador, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Belo Horizonte, Natal, and Maceió. In addition, the brand will have a strong presence in Olinda, a city internationally recognized for its cultural heritage, along with targeted activations in Caicó (Rio Grande do Norte), a key production hub for the company’s promotional materials.
This nationwide project reflects Esportes da Sorte’s long-term commitment to Brazilian popular culture and its continued investment in community-based celebrations across multiple regions. The 2026 Carnival strategy has been developed city by city, embracing the diversity of Carnival expressions—from traditional street blocos and electric trios to large-scale urban stages—while adapting visual identity, messaging, and experiences to local traditions and cultural narratives.
Darwin Filho, CEO of Esportes Gaming Brasil, emphasized the cultural importance of the initiative:
“Carnival is part of Brazil’s identity and has always been part of Esportes da Sorte’s journey. Being present at the country’s main Carnival celebrations reinforces our long-term commitment to Brazilian culture, to the cities, and to the people who bring this festival to life in the streets.”
Marcela Campos, Vice President of Esportes Gaming Brasil, highlighted the localized approach behind the project: “Our Carnival strategy was carefully designed for each city, respecting its unique traditions and cultural characteristics. The goal is to create authentic experiences for Carnival-goers and integrate the brand organically into each celebration—whether through blocos, electric trios, or major urban hubs.”
Beyond on-the-ground activations, Esportes da Sorte’s Carnival 2026 campaign includes a comprehensive media and engagement strategy. The initiative will feature coordinated activations across television, radio, out-of-home advertising, and a national public relations campaign before, during, and after Carnival. Content creation and influencer partnerships will further amplify reach, capturing behind-the-scenes moments and authentic Carnival experiences across multiple locations.
Following its presence in more than 100 blocos and street parties during Carnival 2025, Esportes da Sorte is significantly expanding its footprint for 2026. The nationwide sponsorship solidifies the brand’s leadership role at Brazil’s largest cultural event and strengthens its positioning at the intersection of entertainment, culture, and gaming.
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Esportes da Sorte to be official sponsor of Brazil’s leading Carnival celebrations in 2026
Tuesday 10th February 2026: Leading Brazilian iGaming company Esportes da Sorte will deliver one of the most extensive Carnival activations in the industry for Carnival 2026, with an official presence at the country’s most iconic and emblematic celebrations.
The brand will serve as the official sponsor of festivities in seven Brazilian capitals — Recife, Salvador, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Belo Horizonte, Natal and Maceió — as well as having a strong presence in Olinda, a city of major cultural significance. The national project will also include special activations in Caicó (RN), a key production hub for the brand’s promotional merchandise.
This initiative reflects Esportes da Sorte’s continued investment in Brazilian popular culture, built over several years across different regions of the country. In 2026, this positioning takes shape through a structured national project that embraces the diversity of Carnival formats — from traditional street blocos to electric trios and major urban stages — with visual identity and activations designed city by city, respecting local symbols, aesthetics and narratives.
“Carnival is part of Brazil’s cultural identity and also part of Esportes da Sorte’s journey. Being present at the country’s main Carnival celebrations is a strategic choice that reinforces our long-term commitment to popular culture, to the cities, and to the people who live this festival in the streets,” said Darwin Filho, CEO of Esportes Gaming Brasil.
“Our Carnival project was designed city by city, respecting the unique characteristics and culture of each sponsored location. The idea is to ensure a real presence and unique experiences for Carnival-goers, integrating the brand organically into the rhythm of each celebration. Whether through blocos, trios or major urban hubs, we want to strengthen ourselves as the brand that elevates the connection between culture and entertainment,” said Marcela Campos, Vice President of Esportes Gaming Brasil.
Beyond its on-the-ground presence, Esportes da Sorte’s Carnival 2026 strategy includes an integrated media and engagement approach, featuring activations across TV, radio, out-of-home media and a national PR operation before, during and after the festivities, focused on high-quality coverage and organic content generation.
The project will also include content and influencer engagement initiatives across multiple locations, expanding organic reach while capturing behind-the-scenes moments and Carnival experiences.
In 2025, the brand was present in more than 100 blocos and street parties across different regions of the country. For 2026, Esportes da Sorte is taking things to the next level, consolidating a nationwide project and reinforcing its leadership role in Brazil’s largest popular event.
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