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2022 Commonwealth Esports Championships: ESFI gives grand send-off to Indian contingent

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August 1, 2022

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Esports Federation of India (ESFI) hosted a grand send-off ceremony for the Indian contingent participating at the first-ever Commonwealth Esports Championship on Sunday. The inaugural multi-nation esports tournament is organized by Commonwealth Games & Global Esports Federation; scheduled in Birmingham from August 6-7.

The members of the DOTA 2 and Rocket League, who will be representing the country at the prestigious event, were present on the occasion alongside Lokesh Suji, Director ESFI & VP- Asian Esports Federation, Satinder Sikri (VP-Haryana Esports Association) and Yash Bhalawala (Gen Sec-Esports Association of Gujrat) at INOX Insignia in Ardee Mall, Gurgaon.

ESFI also unveiled the Indian team’s official kits for the Commonwealth Esports Championships during the event.

“Esports is like every other sport and we wanted to make sure that we bid farewell to our Indian contingent in the best way possible ahead of the big event. We are grateful to INOX for helping us organize this wonderful send-off ceremony. The rise of Esports in India in the last few years has truly been remarkable and the participation of two teams on behalf of the nation on the global stage is a result of that. We, at ESFI, wish the best of luck to the Indian contingent and we are confident that they will make the nation proud,” said Lokesh Suji, Director ESFI & VP- Asian Esports Federation.

“We are honoured and super excited to be part of this inaugural Commonwealth Esports Championship and there is a high probability that esports will be a medal sport in the next Commonwealth Games scheduled in 2026” Suji added.

The Indian team in the Rocket League will be led by Hargun Singh (Hargun <2) with Sandeep Sahani and Rushil Reddy being the other two members. Team Dota 2, on the other hand, comprises captain Moin Ejaz, Ketan Goyal, Abhishek Yadav, Shubham Goli and Vishal Vernekar.

Both the teams have already proved their mettle by clinching impressive wins in the tournament’s South Asian Regional Qualifiers last month.

“I am really excited about esports being included in a Commonwealth event as this will really change how esports is perceived among people around the world. As a player, it’s a huge opportunity being given to us and we are really going to do our best to represent India as best as we can. All of us are putting in extra effort to maximise everyone’s potential and work together as a team,” Hargun said on the sidelines of the event.

“The entire team is looking forward to playing against the best teams in the world and proves our mettle. We have been paying a lot of attention to our strategies and practicing a lot in the hopes of a podium finish. Getting the chance to represent the nation in the very first Commonwealth Esports Championship is a very sweet reward to show for all of the efforts we have taken in playing this game at the highest level. A big thank you to ESFI for today’s send-off ceremony and especially for the sports psychology session that taught us a lot of valuable things,” DOTA 2 skipper Moin Ejaz added.

The players also took part in an enlightening sports psychology session “Building High-Performance Mindset” by Mitesh Jain (Founder & Chief Sports Psychologist – Mandeha). It included mental exercises and activities to improve focus, mental skills, self-confidence, motivation and communication skills for the players.

It was followed by a special movie screening for the players as they enjoyed and relaxed ahead of their long journey. The Indian contingent left for Birmingham early in the morning on Monday (1st Aug, 2022).

One of the country’s top sports and Esports specialised communication firms, Artsmith – Concepts & Visions, will continue its support for the championships as ESFI’s official communication partner.

The 2022 Commonwealth Esports Championships will be conducted at the International Convention Centre in Birmingham with the presence of the world’s top Esports teams. Alongside DOTA2 and Rocket League, PES2022 will also be part of the tournament.

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Amusnet to Showcase Excellence at SiGMA Asia 2024

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May 24, 2024

Niji Narayan

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Amusnet has announced its participation at SiGMA Asia 2024, which will take place in Manila, Philippines, from June 3 to 5. The company’s presence signifies a pivotal development moment and is a strategic leap forward in its global expansion, with a particular focus on tapping into the rapidly growing Asian market.

The leading casino solutions provider will showcase expertise and a curated selection of offerings across Online Casino, Live Casino and Land-based verticals featuring its latest innovation – the Type S slot cabinet series. The online casino selection consists of signature slot titles like 20 Golden Coins, Extra Crown, and Candy Palace, together with tailored content for the local audience: the upcoming slot release, Dragon’s Birth and the Live casino offers Speed Baccarat and Dynamic Sic Bo.

“As we enter the spotlight at SiGMA Manila this year, we embrace the exciting opportunity to connect with the vibrant Asian gaming community. Our presence at the prestigious event underscores our dedication to broadening our reach and delivering top-notch gaming experiences catering to a wider audience. Do not miss the chance to experience firsthand the premium Type S slot machines at SiGMA Asia, explore the thrill and discover new business opportunities! See you at booth D214,” Borislav Marinov, Head of Land-based Business Development at Amusnet, said.

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Type S is the company’s first-ever high-end slot cabinet series, manufactured according to the utmost standards of the global land-based casino industry. It brings together state-of-the-art technology, premium design and exceptional player engagement for an extraordinary gaming experience. The game portfolio consists of 40 of Amusnet’s in-house slot titles, such as Hot Deco, Phoenix Star, Secrets of Sherwood, Fruits & Gold, Greek Fortune, Cocktail Rush, etc., together with the famous Amusnet’s four-level bonus game, Jackpot Cards.

Online Casino

Dragon’s Birth is an upcoming slot packed with exciting features promising an exhilarating gameplay experience. During Symbol Shift, eggs randomly transform into high-paying dragons to improve winning combinations. Free Spins have great winning potential thanks to the high-paying symbol multipliers awarded by the Dragon’s Wheel. In addition, players can enjoy the popular Buy Bonus feature.

Live Casino

At the event, visitors will be able to experience two of the upcoming Live Casino games – Speed Baccarat and Dynamic SicBo. Both are hosted by entertaining live dealers and stand out with a high quality, low latency 24/7 stream, providing fast gameplay, chat functionality and re-bet and double-bet options. Speed Baccarat is a famous Asian card game of luck with three types of bets and a side bet option. The Asian dice game of chance, Dynamic Sic Bo, is played with three dice and offers a wide variety of eight different betting possibilities.

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Quezon City Mayor Bans Government Employees from Solaire North Casino

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May 23, 2024

Niji Narayan

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The mayor of Quezon City, Josefina Belmonte, has said that all officials and employees of her administration are prohibited from entering the soon-to-open Solaire Resort North casino property, being developed in the city by Philippines-listed Bloomberry Resorts Corp.

Belmonte said Solaire North has created an electronic databank consisting of photographs of all 19K city employees that will be used to assist casino security in preventing access to excluded persons.

The mayor was speaking at the inaugural “International Conference on Responsible Gambling and Gaming Addiction”, held in Quezon City and backed by the country’s gaming regulator, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (Pagcor).

According to Ms Belmonte, an electronic device posted at each entrance of the casino at Solaire Resort North would identify any city government official or employee, barring their access to the gaming venue. Quezon City public servants would still be allowed to visit other areas of the resort, she added.

“Even if one wears a wig, a mask or a hat, one’s face can still be detected using a very sophisticated system,” the mayor said.

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M88 Mansion presents 10th edition of IT’S THE SHIP, Asia’s largest festival at sea, in Korea

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4 days ago

May 22, 2024

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M88 Mansion, one of the biggest and most successful online casinos in Asia, is set to celebrate the 10th anniversary of IT’S THE SHIP, Asia’s largest festival at sea, in Korea from May 23 to 26, 2024.

IT’S THE SHIP offers attendees a unique, nonstop party experience for four days and three nights. This year’s festival will sail from the South Korean city of Busan to Nagasaki, Japan, and back aboard the Italian vessel Costa Serena.

Attendees, affectionately known as shipmates, will enjoy performances from this year’s lineup, including headliners Da Tweekaz, Tchami, Yellow Claw, ACRAZE, Afro Bros, Amber Broos, Quintino, and €URO TRA$H. Additionally, M88 Mansion celebrity partner and brand ambassador Maria Ozawa will also adorn this year’s crowd with a special performance.

Shipmates will also enjoy a list of unique activities, sponsored by M88 Mansion, against the scenic Korean coastline, including a live baccarat tournament with a $25,000 prize pool and daily challenges such as Heads Up Poker, Mini Golf Course, Spin the Giant Wheel of Fortune, and a chance to challenge brand ambassador Ozawa in Beer Pong.

As the event’s partner, M88 Mansion will be giving away exclusive M88 Mansion and IT’S THE SHIP merchandise, adding to the excitement of the voyage.

Ben Kee, Partnership Lead of IT’S THE SHIP, shared his excitement about the upcoming voyage.

“IT’S THE SHIP is thrilled to continue our incredible partnership with M88 Mansion with our upcoming maiden charter from Korea. Our previous collaborations have been amazing, and we’re honored to work with a brand whose values and vision are so closely aligned with ours. Together, we have created unforgettable experiences for our shipmates, and we are excited to raise the bar even higher for our next adventure. With M88 Mansion support, we have curated a variety of exciting activities and surprises for our Korean sailing that shipmates can look forward to, and we can’t wait!” said Kee.

M88 Mansion serves as the title sponsor of IT’S THE SHIP Korea 2024 following the successful collaboration between M88 Mansion and IT’S THE SHIP during the Singapore leg in 2023.

The cruise festival has been providing partygoers with electronic music-fueled voyages through Singapore and China since 2014.

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