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POKERSTARS CONFIRMS PLAYER-FAVOURITE STOP AND ADDS NEW VENUE TO 2026 LIVE POKER SCHEDULE
New addition strengthens player pathways from grassroots to elite competition
PokerStars has added two major stops to its 2026 live poker calendar as it continues to build a more connected European circuit delivering a wide range of buy-ins and opportunities, from entry-level events through to flagship European Poker Tour (EPT) tournaments.
The latest additions include:
- The return of EPT Prague: Dec 2-13
- A new PokerStars Open in Aix-en-Provence, France: Nov 2-8
Together, these dates illustrate the PokerStars Live approach of giving players clear progression from low buy-ins to multi-million Euro prizepools across a single, connected PokerStars Live season.
2026 POKERSTARS LIVE LEAGUE
Both the EPT Prague and PokerStars Open Aix-en-Provence events will contribute points towards the PokerStars Live League, where players earn points – and bragging rights – throughout the year with the chance to win thousands in PokerStars LIVE buy-ins.
Players competing in European PokerStars Live events accumulate points across three different leaderboard tiers: High, Medium, and Low. At the end of the year, more than €150,000 in PokerStars LIVE credit will be awarded across the top three finishers of each leaderboard. There’s also a special live freeroll featuring a €100,000 prize pool at the first EPT of 2027 for the top 30 finishers in each tier.
All EPT and PokerStars Opens are eligible for points in the leaderboards, with the next opportunity to pick up valuable points at PokerStars EPT Monte Carlo (April 30 – May 10).
EPT RETURNS TO PRAGUE: DEC 2-13
One of the most iconic stops on the PokerStars EPT calendar is confirmed to return. EPT Prague is booked in at the Hilton Prague from December 2-13. Last year’s festival attracted players from all over the world, with more than 1,200 entries in the Main Event generating a prize pool of more than €5.9 million. The EPT Prague Main Event title was won by 44-year-old former journalist Matan Krakow from Israel for more than €770,000.
Thousands of players are anticipated to descend once again on Prague this winter for the 11-day festival. Headline events from the schedule include the buy-in High Roller and the EPT Main Event, alongside a full slate of side events and formats.
POKERSTARS OPEN AIX-EN-PROVENCE HEADS TO SOUTHERN FRANCE: NOV 2-8
The PokerStars Open Tour continues its expansion with a stop in Aix-en-Provence in partnership with Texapoker, running from November 2 – 8 at the Pasino GRAND Partouche Aix-en-Provence set in the heart of Southern France, just north of Marseilles. Known for its strong regional appeal and international reach, the PokerStars Open festival will deliver a full week of poker action featuring a packed schedule of tournaments, combining accessible buy-ins with high quality production and an enhanced player experience.
“We’re delighted to bring players two more incredible live events and welcome the return of EPT Prague,” said Cédric Billot, Associate Director, Live Events. ”Each stop offers a unique experience and world-class competition and strengthens an already exciting 2026 schedule. We look forward to welcoming everyone for another standout year of live poker.”
CONFIRMED 2026 POKERSTARS LIVE EVENTS CALENDAR
Live events also confirmed for 2026 include:
- EPT Monte Carlo, April 30 – May 10: High stakes action and prestige on the sparkling shores of the Mediterranean Sea, bringing world-class competition to the crown jewel of the EPT tour.
- PokerStars Open Namur, May 27 – June 7: Belgium’s biggest poker festival turns Namur Casino into a poker summer hotspot for all of Europe to enjoy.
- PokerStars Open Malaga, June 22-28: Taking place at the Gran Madrid | Casino Torrequebrada, Malaga, the festival is set to deliver everything players loved last year including a packed schedule and an unbeatable mix of poker, parties, and poolside vibes.
- EPT Barcelona, August 16-29: EPT Barcelona shuffles up an action-packed schedule with incredible prize pools in August 2026. Thousands of players are anticipated to descend once again on Casino Barcelona from August 16-29 for 14 days of competition and a vibrant festival atmosphere.
For more details head to the PokerStars Live website or visit the PokerStars blog.
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Casino Content
Groove says its casino content library passes 20,000 games
Groove says it has passed 20,000 titles in its aggregated casino content library, delivered to partners via “one API” and managed through its Groove Command back office.
The company said the catalogue includes slots, instant win games, table games, crash games, live dealer and arcade-style titles, plus “emerging verticals including sweepstakes and crypto-native content.” Groove added that the portfolio is now live and available to its partners worldwide.
Rachel Tourgeman, Head of Partnerships at Groove, said the company focuses on curation rather than chasing volume: “Twenty thousand games is a number. What matters is what sits behind it…” Says Tourgeman. “We don’t add studios for the sake of volume. We add them because they bring something distinctive: a mechanical innovation, a visual language, a player-engagement hook that our operators can’t get elsewhere. Our partners trust us to curate, not just collect. That trust is why we keep growing, and why the quality curve keeps rising alongside the quantity curve.”
Groove said recent integrations include KingMidas Games (150+ mobile-first titles), Urgent Games and Bryogames, which it described as offering “proprietary mathematics with real-time RTP customisation.” The company said the additions were assessed for technical compatibility and “commercial distinctiveness.”
Yahale Meltzer, Co-Founder and CEO of Groove, positioned the milestone as part of a broader platform pitch: “The aggregation space is crowded with platforms that offer ‘access’ and little else,” said Meltzer. “Twenty thousand games through a single API is not just scale. It is a statement. It says that Groove has become the default engine for operators who want to move fast, compete smart, and never compromise on content depth. But we are not stopping here. The next 20,000 will be even more selective, more integrated, and more aligned with where player behaviour is heading. Volume without curation is noise. We are building a signal.”
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content-aggregation
Octoplay integrates with Lottomart to expand UK distribution
Octoplay has expanded its UK distribution through a new integration with operator Lottomart, making a selection of the supplier’s slot games available to Lottomart players.
Under the agreement, Lottomart has added five Octoplay titles to its casino library: Fire Rail Express: Hold & Win, Break the Diamond Piggy, 777 Hot Reels: Megacharged, Big Bang Bonus: Hold & Win and The Lucky Fella: Hold & Win.
Chris Ruddock, Commercial Director at Lottomart, said: “We’re always on the lookout for exciting content that adds something fresh to our portfolio, and Octoplay’s titles do exactly that. Their distinctive style, engaging mechanics, and wide range of themes make them a fantastic addition to our casino. We’re really looking forward to seeing how our players respond.”
Ralitsa Georgieva, Chief Executive Officer at Octoplay, added: “Going live with Lottomart adds another respected UK operator to our growing list of partners in the market. The UK remains a core pillar of our European strategy, and we are pleased to bring our portfolio to Lottomart’s players.”
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Commercial Gaming
Momentum forms UAE commercial gaming JV with Fanatics after GCGRA approval
Momentum Group and Fanatics have formed a strategic joint venture to run and expand Momentum’s licensed commercial gaming operations in the UAE, the companies said on 29 June, 2026. The partnership is based in Abu Dhabi and brings Momentum’s existing UAE commercial gaming licenses and operations into the new entity.
The joint venture will operate and grow the activities currently licensed to Momentum in the UAE, including lottery, iGaming, sportsbook, and content websites. Momentum said the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) has approved the change in control of Momentum’s existing licensed entities.
Scott Burton, Chief Operating Officer, Momentum Group, said:
“The UAE has built one of the world’s most carefully regulated commercial gaming markets, and this joint venture is a reflection of the confidence that brings. Combining Momentum’s regional experience with Fanatics’ global product capability creates a partnership well placed to grow alongside this market for the long term.”
Conor Grant, President, Fanatics Gaming, said:
“The UAE is establishing one of the most thoughtfully regulated commercial gaming markets in the world, and Momentum has demonstrated what a responsible, credible operation within it looks like. We are entering this market for the long term, committed to building something genuinely category-defining together.”
Momentum said the companies plan to invest through the joint venture in technology, product, and customer experience, and to advance responsible gaming and player protection in line with the GCGRA framework.
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