Asia
IESF Global Esports Executive Summit

The International Esports Federation (IESF) is excited to announce that the 6th edition of the Global Esports Executive Summit (GEES) 2021 will take place on August 31 and September 1, 2021.
Following GEES20, and in light of the ongoing travel restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, GEES21 will be a hybrid event. The summit will be hosted in-person at the Busan Esports Arena in Busan, South Korea and online around the world, as it shapes up to be a truly unique and groundbreaking event.
Attendees from IESF’s 104 member federations will be able to participate virtually in key discussions about issues affecting the international Esports industry. Networking is a cornerstone of the annual event, and attendees will partake in interactive and engaging experiences through the GEES21 platform.
Throughout GEES21, five core areas will be presented by influential speakers, including athletes and high-level executives from Esports and traditional sports industry, under the theme of Evolving and Adapting.
- Fostering Growing Relationships
- The Next Level of Esports
- Diversity and Inclusion in Esports
- Integrating Esports into Education
- Understanding the Esports Landscape
IESF Secretary General Boban Totovski said: “We are looking forward to the largest edition of the Global Esports Executive Summit (GEES21) this year. The summit provides a platform for international Esports and sports leaders and stakeholders from IESF’s 104 member federations to openly discuss the positive synergies between traditional sports and Esports. This year’s theme of ‘Evolving and Adapting’ resonates across the entire sports industry given the changes we’ve all had to make throughout the pandemic ”
In 2021, plans have been made to allow speakers to participate and contribute both live at the venue and online, including keynote speeches and panel discussions that will be live on the GEES21 platform and on-screen at the Busan Esports Arena.
The speakers will be announced soon. Stay tuned for more information and updates for GEES21!
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Asian Poker Tour Announces Cancellation of APT Manila 2025

The Asian Poker Tour has announced the cancellation of APT Manila 2025, which was scheduled to take place from May 30 to June 8, 2025, at the City of Dreams Manila.
The next scheduled APT tour stop following the upcoming APT Taipei 2025—running April 25 to May 4 with a TWD 70M (~USD 2.1M) guaranteed Main Event—will be the APT Incheon 2025; boasting a KRW 2.5M buy-in Main Event with a KRW 1.5B (~USD 1M) guarantee running August 1-10 at the Paradise Hotel & Resort.
This will be followed by the APT Jeju 2025, which boasts a KRW 2.6M buy-in Main Event with a KRW 2.2B (~USD 1.5M) prize pool guarantee and runs from September 26 to October 5 at Jeju Shinhwa World.
The 2025 APT poker schedule will conclude with the thrilling end of year APT Championship (APTC), which runs from November 14-30, 2025 at the Red Point Center’s brand new “Red Space” venue located in central Taipei.
The APTC Main Event boasts a massive TWD 165 million (~USD 5 million) prize pool guarantee – the largest the tour has ever offered.
Players can win their seat to this exciting TWD 350,000 (~USD 10,700) freezeout by competing in the tour’s three signature events—the APT Main Event, the APT High Roller and the APT Super High Roller—at each of the three remaining APT tour stops preceding the APTC.
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Birmingham City Forms Alliance with GOD55 as Their Official Asian Betting Partner

GOD55, a premier online gaming platform and leading operator in Southeast Asia, is proud to announce its partnership with Birmingham City Football Club as the club’s Official Asian Betting Partner.
Established in 2016, GOD55 has become one of the biggest and most trusted brands in the online gaming industry, offering a wide range of betting and entertainment options, including casino games, sports betting, and live dealer experiences. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, the platform provides users with seamless mobile and desktop access, real-time data integration, and high-quality streaming for live events.
As part of this exciting partnership, GOD55 has launched an exciting announcement film, filmed on location at Birmingham City’s St. Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park and Elite Performance Innovation Centre.
A spokesperson for GOD55 commented: “We are delighted to partner with Birmingham City, a club with a rich history and a dedicated global fanbase. This collaboration reflects our commitment to connecting with football enthusiasts and delivering an enhanced entertainment experience. Together, we aim to engage fans in innovative ways, celebrating the beautiful game while offering a world-class gaming platform for our users in Asia.”
Birmingham City also expressed their excitement about the partnership: “We’re thrilled to welcome GOD55 to the Birmingham City family as our Official Asian Betting Partner. This partnership highlights the club’s growing international appeal and provides an opportunity to further engage with our supporters in Asia. We look forward to working closely with GOD55 to achieve great things together.”
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FOMO7 Expands Platform with 46 New Indian Lottery Games

FOMO7, a trusted name in online entertainment, has unveiled a massive update to its gaming platform with 46 exciting new Indian lottery games, giving players even more chances to win guaranteed prizes in addition to their regular winnings.
This new launch brings a diverse mix of India’s most beloved lottery formats, including:
• Kerala Lottery
• Speed Matka Lottery
• Daily Matka Lottery
• Dear Lottery
• Daily Pick3, Pick4 & Pick5 Lotteries
• Wingo Lottery
With minimum bets starting at just ₹6, draws are held as frequently as every minute, and scheduled daily, weekly, and at popular time slots like 8 AM, 9 AM, 5 PM, 8 PM and 10 PM, offering a dynamic and rewarding experience for both casual and seasoned players. Top winnings go up to ₹10 Crores, making this one of the most lucrative opportunities in the online lottery space today.
In addition to its rich selection of lottery games, FOMO7 offers a comprehensive gaming experience with casino games, sports betting, instant sports and classic live sports, catering to all kinds of online gaming enthusiasts.
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