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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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Soft2Bet to showcase turnkey and gamification solutions at ICE 2025 in Barcelona
Soft2Bet will be showcasing its industry-leading iGaming turnkey solutions during meetings with partners, industry panels and new workshop sessions at ICE 2025 from 20-22 January in Barcelona at Stand 2C30.
Soft2Bet’s Senior Sales Manager Ben Scopbie-Trumper will present the group’s latest casino gamification features and mechanics during the workshop “Gamification: what’s next?”, on 21 January at 2PM at the Soft2Bet stand.
The workshop will provide an in-depth perspective into MEGA’s player engagement strategies and how they boost customer lifetime values, screentime and revenues, all the while providing sustainable business models and returns.
- Soft2Bet’s turnkey solutions provide comprehensive online gaming and betting product portfolios to its B2B partners. The services are implemented to deliver full differentiation that increases LTVs through enhanced personalisation.
- Available through off-the-shelf or bespoke packages that maintain operators’ flexibility, Soft2Bet’s data-driven insights optimise customer retention.
- MEGA’s unique gamification options are delivered through a simple API-led integration process.
- The ‘Gamification: what’s next?’ workshop is a unique opportunity to discover how the iGaming industry’s leading gamification solution raises performance levels at the same time as it drives sustainable profitability and major revenue increases for operators.
The past 12 months have seen Soft2Bet obtain licences in major markets such as Mexico, Ontario in Canada, Sweden, Greece and Romania. This regulatory and commercial expansion has been carried out in coordination with the launch of our brands in those countries and further extending our technology services to these territories to serve other partners. The group will be following all this up with swift expansions into new markets in 2025
The next 12 months will also see Soft2Bet focus on New Jersey, a key iGaming state in the US, and Spain, an important European market.
Martin Collins, Chief Business Development Officer at Soft2Bet, commented: “At the start of 2024 we wanted to focus on commercial growth and regulatory expansion and I’m delighted to say that we have achieved and in many cases surpassed those objectives. Our MEGA workshop will feature even more updates and insights into how gamification drives revenues for our partners. See you there!”
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Stand and deliver! Play’n GO heads to the highways with Midnight Gold
Play’n GO unveils Midnight Gold, a spiritual successor to the 2023 blockbuster title Highway Legends.
This thrilling 5×3 online slot offers 20 fixed paylines, stunning visuals, and an array of innovative features to keep players on the edge of their seats.
Narratively, players join a ragtag unit of daring rogues as they leave the daylight behind for a moonlit heist of epic proportions. Racing through shadowy highways and unforgiving terrains, their quest for gleaming treasures is fraught with challenges and perilous challenges…
With the Deliver Feature, Treasure Chests and Cash Bag symbols bring multipliers ranging from x2 up to an impressive x250. Free Spins provide players with a choice between Stacked Wilds, which span three positions, or Roaming Wilds, which hold over and move to random positions for even more potential wins.
Building on its legacy of innovative gameplay, Midnight Gold introduces Mystery Instant Wins, where Scatters can randomly reveal multipliers of up to x20, adding excitement to every spin. The high stakes peak with Super Free Spins, triggered by landing a special gold Scatter symbol. Every spin in this mode guarantees a Wild Multiplier, enhancing the chance for legendary rewards.
The game’s dark tones and gleaming accents create a captivating contrast, immersing players in a sleek and sophisticated heist experience. Fans of Play’n GO’s adventure-packed slots such as the aforementioned Highway Legends and Undefeated Xerxes will feel right at home with Midnight Gold. Like Highway Legends, which charmed players with its thrilling heist narrative and fast-paced gameplay – Midnight Gold takes the action to new heights with its nocturnal setting and refined features.
Meanwhile, the bold ambition and reward potential of Undefeated Xerxes find a fitting counterpart in the high-octane historical drama of Midnight Gold. With its blend of engaging storytelling and innovative mechanics, this title continues Play’n GO’s tradition of delivering unforgettable gaming experiences.
Magnus Wallentin, Games Ambassador at Play’n GO, said: “Midnight Gold brings the period drama action to life, combining engaging features with striking visuals. From the Deliver Feature to the Guaranteed Multipliers in Super Free Spins, this game is all about rewarding gameplay and building on top of the foundations that make our historical slots so great.”
With its engaging mechanics and polished design: Midnight Gold is set to shine as another one of Play’n GO’s classic titles.
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Booming Games shine with new 64 Gold Coins Hold & Win
New Year, new… game! As we welcome in 2025, we also welcome a brand new slot from Booming Games – the super 64 Gold Coins Hold & Win.
This shiny new arrival boasts all the hallmarks of a classic. A 5×5, 30-payline slot with the famous casino symbols you’ve grown to love – lemons, cherries, lucky 7s and more. But this Hold & Win comes with a tantalising twist.
While many Hold & Win games require six coins in the base game to trigger the feature, you can do it here with just five. That launches the Coin Blitz Hold and Win, where every coin resets the spin counter, increasing your chance of landing a Mini, Minor, Major or Grand Jackpot. And that biggest pot can give you up to 1,000x your stake.
That’s not the only way to win, of course. Discover a Coin Blitz symbol and the coin will spin, revealing either the Boost (randomly increasing coin values) or the Grid Expand – which turns the 5×5 into an 8×8.
You can do the math from there. Your task is to fill that grid with 64 coins and unearth a wild win of 10,000x your original bet.
As with all of the provider’s titles, 64 Gold Coins Hold & Win has been certified for launch in core regulated markets including the UK, Sweden and all Malta jurisdictions.
Nemanja Živić, Director of Games at Booming Games, said: “Forget your resolutions, 64 Gold Coins Hold & Win is a New Year’s revelation! We love shiny new things and this ticks every single box. A classic casino feel with fresh, fun features – and the chance to win up to 10,000x your bet. Booming Games have delivered a sure-fire favourite to start the New Year in style.”
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