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Chengdu Set to Host BLAST Dota Slam Arena Event This December as Part of Three-Year Deal

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Competitive entertainment company BLAST has announced its debut arena event in mainland China with the BLAST Dota Slam Chengdu, set to take place 5–7 December 2025 at the Wuliangye Chengdu Performing Arts Centre, in collaboration with the Chengdu Television and Media Company.

The world’s best Dota 2 teams will battle it out for glory and a $1,000,000 prize pool, in front of thousands of fans inside the arena and millions more watching across the globe. The event will be broadcast live in more than 50+ territories and 30+ languages, further showcasing Chengdu on the global esports stage.

The event will be delivered as part of a close partnership and multi-year agreement with Chengdu Television and Media Company, with follow-up tournaments to be confirmed for in the future.

The Wuliangye Chengdu Performing Arts Centre is a state-of-the-art, 12,000-seat venue designed to host world-class concerts, live performances and major entertainment events.. As one of Chengdu’s landmark cultural venues, the Centre features cutting-edge facilities and versatile design, reinforcing the city’s reputation as a global destination for entertainment and live experiences.

The partnership with Chengdu Television and Media Company will ensure the event combines BLAST’s world-class production with strong local storytelling and cultural integration. This collaboration marks a significant moment in the development of esports in Chengdu, supporting the city’s ambitions to position itself as a hub for live entertainment and competitive gaming in Asia. The city is also set to host the 2025 League Of Legends World Championship Final in Chengdu in November 2025, and has a long history of hosting esports events right back to 2009.

James Woollard, Director of Market Development at BLAST, said: “We are incredibly proud to bring BLAST’s first ever event in mainland China to Chengdu; a city with rich culture, cutting-edge infrastructure, a history of live entertainment and a growing reputation for gaming and esports. Entering the buoyant and growing Chinese esports and gaming space – one of our fastest growing viewership markets – is hugely important, and partnering with Chengdu Television and Media Company allows us to combine our global competitive entertainment pedigree with trusted local expertise to deliver something truly special. The Phoenix Mountain Sports Park Arena is a phenomenal venue, and we can’t wait to create landmark esports moments there this December as part of a multi-year partnership.”

Zhou Wenwen, General Manager of Chengdu Broadcasting Film and Television Group, said, “We are very glad to cooperate with BLAST and bring a world-class esports experience to Chengdu. The BLAST Slam is not only a competitive feast for fans all over the world, but also an important opportunity to showcase Chengdu as an international cultural, sports and entertainment destination. We believe that the cooperation between the two sides in the next three years will surely inject strong fuel into the development of the esports industry in Chengdu and make significant contributions. “

BLAST Dota Slam Chengdu is expected to deliver significant economic and cultural impact for Chengdu. Esports has become a powerful platform for cities worldwide, attracting young and engaged visitors, driving tourism and investment and reinforcing international visibility.

With major BLAST events in 2025 already staged in Rio, London, Lisbon, Austin, Boston, Singapore and Hong Kong, Chengdu now joins the global circuit of landmark esports destinations.

The first direct invites for the event have been announced with Tundra, Heroic, Team Spirit, Team Falcons, Parivision and Team Liquid all set to compete for a spot in the BLAST Slam Chengdu in December.

Fans can sign up at BLAST.tv to be the first to receive ticketing updates, exclusive news and pre-sale access for BLAST Dota Slam Chengdu.

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GoldenRace launches Goal2Win to bridge the gap between football and numbers

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The world of sports betting and gaming is set for a major shake-up with the launch of GoldenRace’s innovative, new number game, Goal2Win, designed to captivate the massive global football audience. Goal2Win successfully bridges the gap between the universal passion for the “king of sports” and the proven thrill of number-based predictions, offering partners a fresh, high-potential product for monetisation.

Goal2Win is a premium offering that takes the familiar, classic number game format and integrates it with a dynamic, football-centric theme. This unique combination makes the game instantly recognisable yet excitingly new, appealing both to seasoned sports bettors and newcomers seeking an engaging, simplified experience.

Goal2Win is GoldenRace’s proposal to mix innovation and tradition. It offers operators a product that leverages the immense reach of football fandom while delivering the straightforward, engaging gameplay and massive win potential expected from a top-tier number game. It’s a compelling blend of excitement, simplicity, and significant reward potential.

Key features driving engagement and potential winnings:

Goal2Win is engineered for maximum player retention and high stakes, boasting dynamic gameplay and powerful features:

  • Multiplier feature: Players can place the same set of bets across an impressive twenty-two consecutive events, significantly driving up potential winnings and ensuring sustained engagement over time.
  • Jackpots and Mega Jackpots: The game includes tiered winnings with both standard Jackpots and highly coveted Mega Jackpots, promising life-changing sums and acting as a powerful player motivator.
  • Quick picks: For rapid access to the action, the Quick picks option allows the system to randomly select numbers, streamlining the betting process for players.
  • Row/Column selector: Enhancing the user experience, selector buttons enable players to easily pick an entire row or column of numbers, simplifying sophisticated betting.

Goal2Win represents a unique opportunity for operators to tap into the immense global football fanbase with a product that is both innovative and instantly recognisable. It stands poised to become a staple offering, driving higher stakes and attracting a broader demographic to the operators’ portfolio.

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PayAdmit partners with Yaspa to integrate Pay by Bank on its payments platform

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Yaspa, the Pay by Bank fintech, today announced a partnership with PayAdmit, the London-based payment software provider and orchestrator used by merchants across eCommerce, iGaming and digital services. The integration brings Pay by Bank to PayAdmit’s platform, giving its merchants a faster, secure, cost-effective way to accept customer payments with real-time confirmation.

PayAdmit offers a modular payments stack that includes White Label, Cashier Service, Payment Bridge and Payment Concierge Service — a high-touch support layer for resolving payment issues in real time. The platform aggregates 350+ global payment methods and provides streamlined onboarding, enabling merchants to go live in as little as 14 days.

Adding Yaspa gives PayAdmit’s clients a high-conversion bank payment option built for speed, conversion and compliance.

Yaspa’s Head of Commercial, Amie Kadhim, said: “PayAdmit moves fast and sets a high bar on payment performance, reliability and checkout experience. We’re excited to power their next chapter with instant bank payments that are speedy, secure and deliver a smooth, mobile-first experience – boosting approval rates and settling funds immediately.”

For PayAdmit’s merchants, the integration with Yaspa delivers:

  • Real-time deposit confirmation
  • Lower processing costs versus traditional methods i.e. debit and credit cards
  • Reduced fraud and chargeback risk with bank-level authentication
  • A smoother mobile journey with no card details to key in

Yaspa’s benefits align with PayAdmit’s focus on performance, security and a modern, merchant-friendly toolkit.

Vladyslav Kolodistyi, CEO of PayAdmit added: “Our mission is to give merchants a flexible, future-proof payments stack. Partnering with Yaspa adds a best-in-class, instant bank payment option, so clients get higher conversion with less complexity.”

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Continent 8 appoints Julia Weygandt as Head of Client Growth & New Business

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Continent 8 Technologies, a leading provider of cutting-edge managed IT solutions designed for the global iGaming and online sports betting industry, announces the appointment of Julia Weygandt as Head of Client Growth & New Business.

Based in Malta, Julia will spearhead strategic initiatives to drive customer growth and capture new market opportunities globally, working closely with the existing Sales team and Practice Leads.

Julia brings over 20 years of experience in gaming, entertainment, and technology, with a proven track record in commercial strategy, international market expansion, and strategic partnerships. Her career includes senior roles such as COO at G Games and Tornado Games, and Head of International Partnerships at GAMOMAT, where she successfully scaled operations and delivered significant revenue growth.

Julia is an active advocate for diversity and leadership in gaming, serving as a Board member for Global Gaming Women and leading partnerships for the Behind the Gloves initiative, which combines boxing and corporate engagement to support charitable causes.

Nick Nally, Chief Revenue Officer at Continent 8 Technologies, commented: “Julia’s appointment reflects our commitment to delivering exceptional value and growth opportunities for our customers. Her deep industry knowledge, commercial acumen, and passion for building strong partnerships make her an outstanding addition to our team. We are excited to see the impact she will have as we continue to expand globally.”

Julia Weygandt, Head of Client Growth & New Business, added: “I’ve known the Continent 8 team for a long time; they are a trusted and respected partner to the world’s leading iGaming operators and suppliers, and I am thrilled to join at such an exciting time. My focus will be on driving client success through innovative solutions and strategic growth initiatives, ensuring we continue to lead in this fast-evolving industry.”

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