Microgaming announces the launch of a revolutionary new technology for poker software.

Babelfish, named after the fictional creature which performed universal translation, is a brand-new API which allows any software developer to create poker client software and run it securely on the MPN. Operators can develop software in any programming language, and using the Babelfish API, join in the MPN’s liquidity pool, giving them access to all of the network’s cash games and tournaments (both real money and play money).

"Babelfish is definitely a game changer for poker," comments Alex Scott, Head of Poker at Microgaming. "It allows operators to customise their poker software to a higher degree than has ever been possible before, without having to go standalone. Furthermore, it allows them to do this without having to worry about expensive hosting costs, random number generators, or any of the other complexities that come with developing server software.

"Babelfish also has many other advantages. For example, operators can build software for almost any conceivable device – from specific mobile devices, to games consoles, to smart TVs. If you were so inclined, you could even build poker software for a smartwatch, a connected fridge or an in-car entertainment system. The only limit is your imagination."

Operators can tailor their bespoke client as much as they wish in order to customise the software to the specific market they are targeting; any language can be supported.

The first operator to make use of Babelfish, a well-known major operator in the poker marketplace, will be going live imminently using a client that they have designed and built from scratch. This operator’s completely custom-built client is carefully tailored to meet the needs of their players. The new operator will be migrating all of their players to the MPN, offering a mix of private and shared-liquidity games, providing mutual benefits for both the operator and the network.

"With this new operator on board, our network will grow significantly. But this is not the only exciting news that the MPN has for 2015", continued Alex Scott. "This year we want to be at the pinnacle of the poker industry – this is just the first step!"

The first operator to go live with Babelfish will be announced in the coming weeks.

Visit the Microgaming team at ICE Totally Gaming, 3rd – 5th February 2015 at ExCeL, London, stand N5-220.

Microgaming, the world’s largest provider of online gaming software, is excited to announce that the Microgaming Poker Network‘s (MPN) Bad Beat Jackpot has now reached a staggering €500,000.

The current total is a record for the Microgaming Poker Network, and is leagues ahead of the prize pools currently available on similar networks. Anticipation at Microgaming is building for the moment the jackpot is finally hit and the lucky winning players take their prizes.

Players from around the world have been flocking to MPN’s Bad Beat Jackpot, in the hopes of winning this fabulous prize, and the excitement is mounting as the jackpot’s prize pool continues to grow.

Players get two opportunities to globe trot at Poker Time by taking part in the Aussie Millions promotion as well as the Irish Open promotion.

Players at PokerTime will be getting opportunities to globe trot this season with two amazing promotions going on. PokerTime is offering amazing packages for players to win trips to the Aussie Millions and the Irish Open poker tournaments. All they need to do is take part in the relevant satellites pertaining to each promotion and they’ll be in the running for fabulous prize and travel opportunities.

PokerTime has been hosting a promotion that gives players the opportunity to win an exclusive package to the Aussie Millions 2011 Main Event that will start on the 23rd of January 2011. The package is valued at €14,000 and includes buy-in to the main event, 10 nights of accommodation at the Crown Metropol Hotel, €3,500 for travel expenses and spending money as well as two top tickets to the Australian Open Tennis Championships Mens’ Final.

Meanwhile the Irish Open is a much anticipated and popular event. PokerTime will start the Irish Open Promotion on Monday 3rd of January 2011 and will offer a series of online satellites over the months that follow.

If players enter now they’ll stand the chance of winning a €5,500 package that includes a €3,500 buy-in, €1,275 worth of travel and spending money and five nights of accommodation at The Burlington Hotel in Dublin which is where the tournament is being held. The event will have an added extra this year with the Main Event offering 20,000 in starting chips – double what they offered last year.

The Main event is scheduled to be held over the Easter weekend from the 22nd to 25th of April and in between the thrilling tournaments, players will be able to walk to the Dublin city centre where they’ll be able to soak up the charm of this celebrated Irish city.

Players can take their shot at greatness by taking part in either the Aussie Millions or the Irish Open promotion at PokerTime, or both – there’s no reason to hold back with so much up for grabs.

The MyPokerLab/Facebook promotion is giving away a total of $1000 in November. Players can not only earn while they play but also learn while they earn.

Players at PokerTime online poker room have the chance to not only ‘plug their leaks’ at the poker tables but also earn while doing so. The MyPokerLab/Facebook promotion is giving away $250 every week for players who use the MyPokerLab tool.

MyPokerLab is a one-of-a-kind online poker enhancement tool that will assist players in becoming the best poker players that they can be through comprehensive analysis of their game as well as live monitoring by world-class players and experts. MyPokerLab also offers video content of poker fundamentals and report cards that track their progress as well as entry into a poker community like no other with forums, social networking and promotions.

The promotion runs throughout November with a MPL/FB Freeroll every Friday, instead of every second Friday. Players stand the chance of winning their share of a $250 weekly prize pool and entry varies from free to 1 poker point. The top 50 players will receive payouts.

The MyPokerLab/Facebook promotion is in good company. There are a host of other promotions for players to partake in this November such as the Cluedo Bounty promotion, adding some more intrigue to the poker tables. The Bankroll Boosta promotion gives players the chance to increase their rewards the more they play.

These PokerTime promotions will keep players entertained, while upping their game and, if luck suffices, in the money.

Cluedo Bounty is giving away a total of $1000, with an added twist of mystery at PokerTime online poker room!

Players are getting ready for a new promotion that is based on the ever-popular board game Cluedo. This promotion could reward them with a share of a $800 prize pool as well as a $200 bounty prize. The unique and exciting Cluedo Bounty promotion combines great winnings with a little intrigue too.

Whether players are looking for some good poker playing, and winnings, or to add some competition by taking Mr James out of the game, perhaps with the Straight Flush, they can now do so in the PokerTime Cluedo Bounty promotion.

There are four tournaments taking place this November. Each tournament boasts a prize pool of $200 as well as a $50 bounty for the player who manages to take Mr James out of the game.

The tournaments kick off on Tuesday 9 November and will commence every Tuesday after that until the end of November. With a $2 buy-in this game is there for everyone to enjoy – the $2 buy-in gives every player the chance to win from, in total, a $800 prize pool and a $200 bounty prize in the space of a month.

Cluedo Bounty is just one of the many promotions on at PokerTime. With so many promotions going on this November it will be hard for players to choose just one that they might be tempted to play them all.