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Poker Initiative One More For One Drop Helps World Series of Poker Reach $25 Million Raised Since 2012 To Benefit One Drop Foundation’s Critical Water-Mission

Our friends at the World Series of Poker and the entire poker community deserve the longest standing ovation for what they have accomplished with One Drop over the past 10 years. All sectors combined, how many companies do you know have been able to mobilize their stakeholders to raise $25 million for a charity?” Guy Laliberté, founder of the One Drop Foundation.
With the same ambition with which the One Drop Foundation strives to change the game in the water sector, poker initiative One More For One Drop is transforming lives. Held this past weekend in Las Vegas to celebrate 10 years of turning water into action together, the One More for One Drop tournament in Las Vegas raised $632,922, bringing the total amount of funds raised through partnership with the World Series of Poker (WSOP) to $25 million. Since 2012, the WSOP, the poker community and the One Drop Foundation have amassed a history of 17 impactful charitable poker tournaments benefitting One Drop Foundation’s water-mission and transforming the lives of hundreds of thousands of people worldwide.
Over the years, the One Drop Foundation and the WSOP have created three charitable poker tournament formats that have been held in Las Vegas, Rozvadov (Czech Republic) and in Monaco. Kicking off in Las Vegas in 2012, Guy Laliberté, founder of the One Drop Foundation, envisioned a game-changing poker tournament called, The Big One for One Drop, that made history on several fronts – including the first $1 million buy-in event and the biggest first prize ever awarded totaling $18,346,673. This tournament has generated nearly $16 million in contributions for One Drop Foundation’s mission through its four editions that were held biennially from 2012 to 2018. In addition to The Big One for One Drop, there have been eight editions of another rendition poker tournament titled, The Little One for One Drop, a $1,000 buy- in charitable poker event with a $111 optional contribution, and five editions of yet another charitable poker tournament titled, The High Roller for One Drop, a $111,111 buy-in. More than 20,000 poker players have contributed since the beginning of the One Drop-WSOP partnership in 2012, either by playing one or more tournaments or making donations at cash-out.
The recent One More for One Drop tournament held this past weekend in Las Vegas enabled the One Drop Foundation to pass the extraordinary mark of $25,000,000 raised through their poker initiatives for One Drop Foundation’s crucial mission of ensuring sustainable access to safe water for communities facing extreme barriers.
“Our friends at the World Series of Poker and the entire poker community deserve the longest standing ovation for what they have accomplished with One Drop over the past 10 years. All sectors combined, how many companies do you know have been able to mobilize their stakeholders to raise $25 million for a charity? This is not only a true example of generosity, it is also a leadership testimonial in the purest form. Thank you, my friends, for caring so much for the cause of safe water for all and for giving the best of yourselves to put a lasting dent into poverty with us,” said Guy Laliberté, founder of the One Drop Foundation.
“I will remember forever when Guy presented to me his idea for a $1 million buy-in charitable tournament that would soon be known as The Big One for One Drop. You have to remember that in 2012, super high roller tournaments rarely exceeded $100,000. Adding a zero was not the typical increment. Guy was so passionate about the idea and about the impact this tournament would have on access to water in the world that we decided to join forces immediately. I was far from imagining that 10 years later we would have raised over $25 million for the One Drop Foundation and have impacted so many lives. The entire poker community should be very proud of this achievement” said Ty Stewart, Executive Director of WSOP.
The One Drop Foundation was established in 2007 by Cirque du Soleil and Lune Rouge founder Guy Laliberté as an international foundation dedicated to ensuring sustainable access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene locally and globally. In the midst of a global pandemic, the One Drop Foundation and its partners kept making a difference and soon, their actions will have changed the lives of more than 2.3 million people around the world with 26 projects in 14 countries.
The funds raised during One More for One Drop will directly support One Drop Foundation’s safe water access initiatives both locally and around the world.
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RESORTS WORLD LAS VEGAS NAMES TOM MCMAHON SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF SLOT OPERATIONS AND MARKETING

Resorts World Las Vegas is continuing the expansion of its executive leadership team with the appointment of Tom McMahon as Senior Vice President of Slot Operations and Marketing.
A respected leader with more than two decades of experience in gaming and hospitality, McMahon steps into his role effective immediately.
“Tom’s deep expertise in luxury casino operations and marketing makes him a powerful addition to our team,” said Carlos Castro, President and Chief Financial Officer of Resorts World Las Vegas. “We look forward to the leadership he will provide in this essential function at Resorts World Las Vegas.”
McMahon has held senior roles at some of the most recognized names in the industry, including Wynn Resorts, Bellagio Resort & Casino, Las Vegas Sands, Venetian | Palazzo and most recently Sycuan Casino Resort. At Resorts World Las Vegas, he will lead initiatives across slot operations, marketing and the Genting Rewards Loyalty Program, with a focus on innovation, guest engagement and operational excellence.
Said McMahon, “Returning to Las Vegas to join a forward-thinking property like Resorts World is an incredible opportunity. I am eager to help shape the next chapter of growth by enhancing the guest experience and building on the strong foundation already in place.”
For more information about Resorts World Las Vegas, please visit rwlasvegas.com.
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Aristocrat Gaming and Aristocrat Interactive to Debut Innovative Firsts at the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Show 2025

Aristocrat Gaming and Aristocrat Interactive will showcase four world premieres in land-based gaming, and innovative solutions for tribal customers in booth #242 during the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Show (OIGA), taking place July 14-16 in Oklahoma City, OK.
Making its first public appearance, Polar High Roller Super Lightning Wilds will be a Class II gaming highlight of the show, evolving the player-favorite Lightning Wilds brand, bringing it to new premium hardware on the Marquis three-reel cabinet. Additional features include popular Class III mechanics like Hold & Spin and a digital wheel, combined with classic touches including Red Screen Free Spins. Polar High Roller Super Lightning Wilds will be on the popular $UPER HIT$ JACKPOT$ $250k MSP link.
In an Aristocrat Gaming first, the company will introduce a Class II Bartop. The all-new Bartop will feature VGT by Aristocrat Gaming classics like The Hunt for Neptune’s Gold, with more to follow.
Making its trade show premiere, All-Star Scratchers brings a unique, innovative gaming experience to the Neptune Single and MarsX Portrait hardware. This new bespoke game allows players to form any combination of their favorite VGT characters including Hot Red Ruby, Mr. Money Bags, Lucky Ducky, and Jewel. All-Star Scratchers also features even more Red Screen Free Spin action with four different bingo cards at play at once, resulting in more fun and excitement.
In Class III, Chief Inferno will also make its world premiere. Housed on the MarsX Flex, Chief Inferno is an extension of the popular Buffalo Chief family, featuring classic Chief stack multipliers, now with all-new enhanced Gold Coins that create even larger Chief stacks, as well as a popular bonus meter.
Presented on the Marquis three-reel cabinet, Buffalo Eclipse takes a classic stepper game and elevates the excitement with Hold & Spin and a metamorphic meter. Spin the digital wheel for a chance at the Grand Jackpot, Eclipse Hold & Spin, or other credit prizes.
Aristocrat Gaming will display its latest hardware, The Baron Portrait cabinet. The Baron Portrait takes on the same basic shape as The Baron Upright, with a new and sleek 43” curved ultra hi-def 4K monitor. The curved monitor on The Baron Portrait was carefully designed for proven player comfort and ergonomics with an improved visual display. Its launch portfolio of Coin Trio Buffalo, Spooky Link, and Fa Fa Fa is now available and quickly making its way onto casino floors across the country.
Making its OIGA debut on The Baron Upright is the all-new Galactic Quest for Love and Money. Specifically designed for The Baron Upright, this game features the popular Re-spin mechanic with an innovative twist, set to entertain players with its out-of-this-world graphics and sounds.
Aristocrat Interactive will showcase the power of an omni-channel experience, with innovative solutions that bridge the gap between retail and online gaming.
The company will present a tailored Class II mobile gaming solution for Tribal operators that will extend its brand to players beyond the casino floor. This new offering allows players to enjoy their favorite Aristocrat Gaming Class II games like Mr. Money Bags and Lucky Ducky on their mobile device on approved tribal land, including from the hotel room, restaurants in the resort, pool area, and more.
Gaming Systems will display its version 15 suite of products designed to modernize casino floors with the latest features in OASIS casino management; floor-wide bonusing and media capabilities with ONE LINK; new features in the PlayerMax mobile app, including mobile enrollment and a new progressive jackpot display with player alerts; and a Loyalty solution designed for accurate reinvestment and player engagement.
Aristocrat remains invested in tribal gaming, underscoring its dedication to supporting tribal operators with cutting-edge technology, forward-thinking gaming solutions, as well as supporting tribal communities.
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NASCAR & iRacing Renew Partnership with PlayVS

PlayVS, the leading amateur esports platform, announced the renewal of its groundbreaking partnership with NASCAR and iRacing, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the rapidly expanding eNASCAR College iRacing Series. This renewed collaboration will continue to bring high-octane, competitive virtual racing to college students across the country, providing unique career and scholarship opportunities through one of the most innovative programs in collegiate esports. This season will also mark the debut of PlayVS as the official league platform, following its recent acquisition of Playfly College Esports.
Launched in 2022, the eNASCAR College iRacing Series has quickly become one of the most engaging and inclusive collegiate esports competitions in the country. Powered by iRacing’s premier motorsport simulation platform and NASCAR’s deep racing heritage, the series gives full-time college students the opportunity to compete for scholarship prizes, develop real-world career skills, and gain exposure to professional motorsports and esports pathways.
The eNASCAR College iRacing Series has grown to over 300 schools and almost 500 unique racers. In April, the 2024-25 Series season concluded with Cal State Fullerton’s Logan Clampitt celebrating victory at the Homestead-Miami Speedway and earning $10,000 in scholarship prizes.
“Renewing our partnership with NASCAR and iRacing reflects our commitment to delivering competitive and meaningful esports experiences to college students across North America. The eNASCAR College iRacing Series is not just about virtual racing—it’s a launchpad for future talent in motorsports, gaming, and media,” said Charles O’Donnell, Sr. Director of College Esports at PlayVS.
Through iRacing’s hyper-realistic simulation software, students experience the thrill of authentic stock car racing while competing from their dorm rooms, esports arenas, or home setups. The upcoming 2025-26 season promises even more exciting races, new tracks, and increased prize opportunities.
“We’re proud to continue building the future of sim racing through our partnership with iRacing and PlayVS. The eNASCAR College iRacing Series is more than just competition—it’s a foundational bridge between the collegiate esports ecosystem and the world of NASCAR. As we enter the 2025–26 season, this partnership strengthens our commitment to developing young talent, expanding access, and inspiring the next generation of motorsports professionals,” said Ray Smith, Sr. Director of Esports at NASCAR.
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