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LOUISE ULRICK WINS POKERSTARS x POKER POWER WOMEN’S BOOTCAMP SHOWDOWN IN CYPRUS
There was a thrilling conclusion to the PokerStars x Poker Power Women’s Bootcamp Showdown at European Poker Tour (EPT) Cyprus with British player Louise Ulrick emerging victorious, winning a full package to EPT Prague this December.
The 55-year-old former maths teacher, turned licensee consultant, had never played a hand of poker until a few months ago but came out on top defeating American Katie Hopkins heads-up.
“I can’t believe it,” Ulrick told the PokerStars Blog after her victory. “Obviously winning was the objective of coming, but you never quite think it’s going to happen. I didn’t feel confident when we were practicing live. I felt clumsy with all the cards and the chips and everything, but today came together.
PokerStars x Poker Power Women’s Bootcamp Showdown Results
- Louise Ulrick – Former maths teacher
- Katie Hopkins – Associate General Counsel at Nasdaq, focusing on securities law
- Laura Lebailly – French student studying Luxury Marketing
- Sabrina Chevannes – Women’s international chess master who runs a London-based creative agency
- Katerena Nowosad – Accountant for a financial services company
- Drea Renee – TV reporter and massage therapist
- Yvonne Mai – Actress
- Jenny Larson – Charity Associate Executive Director
- Patrice Gordon – Leadership Development consultant specialising in reverse mentoring
- Ines Lafosse – Photographer, content creator and hotelier
Ulrick was one of 40 women who took part in an eight-week female-only poker bootcamp hosted by PokerStars and Poker Power, which saw women from around the world – who had no previous poker experience – learn and hone their skills.
“Anybody who is thinking about learning poker, it is such a good game to play,” continued Ulrick. “You can learn so much about yourself. There are online resources that are great to have a go at. And have a go!”
Following the intense programme which included weekly practice games and mentoring from PokerStars Team Pro Jen Shahade, the 40 recruits battled it out in Home Games Tournaments with ten awarded the chance to travel to EPT Cyprus to compete in the Ultimate Showdown.
Rebecca McAdam Willetts, Director of Partnerships, PR and Consumer Engagement said, “We are thrilled to be celebrating Louise as this year’s Women’s Bootcamp Champion and can’t wait to see how she gets on at EPT Prague. It has also been incredibly inspiring and rewarding to watch this group of women, and the community of women in poker around them, supporting each other and shining a light. The response from women around the world to this year’s bootcamp has been wonderful, with the number of participants increasing by over 400%. This, and the research we conducted earlier in the year, shows how vital it is to continue supporting women and activating our long-term plans to see more women take part, have fun and above all feel safe and comfortable at the poker table.”
Erin Lydon, President of Poker Power said, “Our innovative bootcamp program with PokerStars provides women with the platform and opportunity to go from zero to hero in an inclusive and supportive environment. All participants worked diligently during the Bootcamp and we hope that they each take away the strategies and skills developed through playing poker and apply them to their everyday lives. We are excited to congratulate Louise as the winner of the Showdown and very proud of all women who have taken their seats and begun their poker journey with us. Louise is proof that anyone can devote time, effort and study to this great game and triumph.”
Research conducted by PokerStars earlier this year, revealed that 55 per cent of women did not feel poker was inclusive to them, despite almost half (42 per cent) of women who play believing it helped improve their focus, concentration and decision-making ability.
In response, PokerStars teamed up with Poker Power to launch their second female-focused bootcamp to help women build their confidence and skills in poker, as well as provide a safe space for them to learn and play. Each recruit was taught game-play skills over eight weeks, that can translate to real world success including negotiation, strategic decision-making, and capital allocation.
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1spin4win celebrates 200 classic slots in its portfolio
1spin4win, an established slot provider, extends its timeless offering to 200 diverse titles. The milestone highlights the studio’s commitment to delivering high-quality gaming experiences rooted in traditional gambling.
With the launch of Cash’n Fruits 27 on April 9, the 1spin4win portfolio has surpassed the mark of 200 classic slots. This achievement reflects the studio’s consistent release strategy. The provider launches four to five new games each month, ensuring a steady stream of fresh, diverse content for its global audiences. This includes timeless fruit titles, captivating themed adventures, no-coin formats, and vibrant seasonal releases tied to major international holidays.
With 15 years of experience in the gambling industry, the studio brings authentic casino experiences to digital platforms. At the core of 1spin4win titles are advanced mathematics, well-balanced gameplay, and fair RTPs. These features define the provider’s winning formula for driving substantial wagering volumes and consistent 40% month-to month retention.
While staying true to its classic roots, the 1spin4win portfolio offers a diverse mix of mechanics to appeal to different player preferences. Among the most popular formats, coin-based slots and jackpot-driven bonus games stand out, both of which are featured in 4 of the top 10 releases of all time.
But leading the way is the Allways mechanic, where every matching combination pays from left to right. Its presence in 7 out of 10 1spin4win’s top releases of all time highlights the strong appeal of intuitive, clear gameplay — a quality that makes the provider’s slots accessible to players of all types.
Olga Bogdanova, Art Director at 1spin4win, commented, “At 1spin4win, we’re excited to reach the milestone of 200 games — it happened so quickly we barely even noticed! This achievement is a testament to our steady growth and creative development over the years. Looking ahead, we will continue evolving within the classic niche, exploring new mechanics, engaging storylines, and memorable characters.”
About 1spin4win
1spin4win is an established game provider founded in May 2021 by ambitious developers with over 15 years of experience in the gambling industry. Since its inception, the company has expanded its portfolio to include 200 classic online slots, all characterized by quality mathematics, transparent mechanics, and well-balanced gameplay — key factors that drive strong player retention. The studio aims to release an average of four new games each month in 2026 and offers effective promotional tools for casino operators to help them enhance player loyalty.
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DATA.BET launches in-stream betting overlay for mobile live streams
Frontend integration keeps markets, odds and bet slip inside the broadcast; feature debuts with virtual sports.
DATA.BET has launched In-Stream Betting, a frontend overlay that lets viewers place bets directly within a mobile live stream without leaving the broadcast. The company said markets, odds and the bet slip are accessible inside the stream.
DATA.BET positions the feature around mobile usage, saying mobile devices account for the majority of bets placed and that share is growing. The overlay is on-demand, allowing users to switch it on or off during the stream.
The supplier said the component is designed to reduce drop-off during live betting by removing the need to navigate away from the stream. DATA.BET claims this can support stronger engagement, higher retention, longer sessions and improved lifetime value.
According to the company, In-Stream Betting integrates at the frontend level and requires no backend implementation, with availability now “upon the clients’ request.”
In-Stream Betting launches first with virtual sports, with plans to expand to additional verticals. “In-Stream Betting is designed to meet players where their attention already is — inside the broadcast,” said Rostyslav Likhtin, Head of Product at DATA.BET. “For our clients, this means an additional engagement layer that is easy to implement but delivers real results in terms of retention and player satisfaction. Having everything on one screen cuts the time it takes to place a bet and that kind of frictionless experience is exactly what builds long-term player loyalty toward the operator.”
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Booming Games launches Twin Buffalo: Hold and Win slot
New 5×3, 20-payline title includes Hold and Win, Free Spins and optional Boost+ and bonus-buy features.
Booming Games has launched Twin Buffalo: Hold and Win, a new slot title built on a 5×3 grid with 20 fixed paylines. The supplier said the game’s maximum win potential is 5,100x.
In the base game, the Coin Collect symbol on reel 5 collects all coin symbols in view. The release also includes a “Buffalo Bounty” mechanic that collects value symbols to trigger the Hold and Win feature, and a “Buffalo Spins” mechanic that collects Scatter symbols to trigger Free Spins.
During Free Spins, Jumbo symbols can appear on reels 2, 3 and 4. Booming Games said a Jumbo Scatter awards extra spins, while a Jumbo Coin awards Hold and Win, with the Jumbo splitting into nine coins. Value symbols range from 1x to 250x the total bet, and the Grand prize is 5,000x when all symbol positions are filled.
The game also includes optional wagering and purchase mechanics. When Boost+ is activated, Booming Games said the bet increases by 25% and players have a higher chance of triggering bonus features. The Mystery Bonus can be bought at 75x the bet (awarding either Hold and Win or Free Spins), while the Super Bonus can be bought at 100x the bet and provides Free Spins with a guaranteed Hold and Win trigger.
Craig Asling, Director of Games at Booming Games, said: “Twin Buffalo: Hold and Win is packed with exciting bonus features, all designed to deliver the ultimate gameplay experience. With the opportunity to trigger features in multiple ways, we’re confident that players will love this exciting new release. Step into the wild, feel the power of the herd, and play now for untamed rewards!”
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