Americas Cardroom Goes European: Battle of Malta Poker Festival Moves Online with $5 Million GTD

In a bold and unprecedented move, Americas Cardroom is bridging continents and redefining what it means to play world-class poker from the comfort of home. The iconic American online poker platform has announced an exclusive partnership with the famed Battle of Malta (BOM), marking the first-ever online edition of Europe’s beloved live poker festival. The digital installment of BOM, scheduled to run from July 13 to 27, will feature a staggering $5 million guaranteed prize pool and is timed to celebrate the tournament’s 10-year anniversary.

Long regarded as one of Europe’s most electric poker experiences, the Battle of Malta has earned a reputation for its festival-like atmosphere, international diversity, and life-changing prize pools. In 2023, it drew players from over 60 countries and awarded over €4.7 million. This year’s live edition, set for October 28 to November 5 at Casino Malta, is already slated to offer a €2 million GTD prize pool. But before the cards hit the felt in person, the global poker community will now get a shot to compete in a virtual arena exclusively hosted on Americas Cardroom.

Americas Cardroom Pro and 2003 WSOP champion Chris Moneymaker expressed his excitement about the crossover. “This partnership not only honors the 10-year legacy of one of the most beloved names in European poker,” he said, “but also opens the door for thousands of players worldwide to be part of something truly special and have the chance to win their way to Malta online.”

Indeed, the online Battle of Malta schedule will offer a dynamic path to the live event, including ten premium €8,000 event packages awarded via the Beast Satellite tournaments on July 13 and 20. Players who make it through Day 1 of the BOM Main Event online will carry their chip stacks into Day 2 of the live festival, an innovative hybrid format that blends digital play with live competition. All satellites for the BOM Main Event will also run exclusively on Americas Cardroom, solidifying its role as the new global gateway to one of Europe’s most prestigious poker festivals.

Americas Cardroom: From American Giant to Global Powerhouse

The expansion into European tournament territory marks a pivotal moment for Americas Cardroom, a brand that has long dominated the North American poker market. Known for its aggressive tournament schedule and crypto-savvy operations, Americas Cardroom has consistently pushed the boundaries of online poker innovation. Its weekly Sunday Moneymaker Tournament, named after ambassador Chris Moneymaker, now guarantees $300,000 in prize money, offering a high-stakes experience that rivals even the biggest televised events. Moneymaker, born in Atlanta, Georgia, is no ordinary spokesperson. His unlikely victory at the 2003 World Series of Poker, which he joined after qualifying online via an $86 satellite, sparked what came to be known as the “Moneymaker Effect.” It ignited a global online poker boom and proved that anyone with skill and internet access could rise to poker stardom. Since then, Moneymaker has cemented his legacy through continued success both live and online, becoming a symbol of accessibility and opportunity in the game.

With Americas Cardroom's global ambitions now materializing through partnerships like the Battle of Malta, Moneymaker’s ethos resonates louder than ever. The platform’s willingness to innovate, whether through its flagship tournaments or technology integrations, makes it a leader in the new era of online poker.

Cryptocurrency: The Fuel Behind Americas Cardroom’s Global Momentum

Part of what sets Americas Cardroom apart in the increasingly competitive online poker space is its early and enthusiastic adoption of cryptocurrency. Players can deposit, play, and withdraw using over 60 trusted digital cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other altcoins. Transactions are fast, secure, and borderless, which is a game-changer for a platform now serving an international player base.

As we discussed in our "How Crypto is Revolutionizing Pop Culture and Transforming Entertainment Forever" post, the gaming industry has heavily benefited from cryptocurrency. Where before, banks and large corporations ruled over poker, cryptocurrency offers a more democratic and convenient way to reduce transaction fees. Crypto banking allows Americas Cardroom to deliver a seamless experience to players around the globe, with no delays, no fees, and no unnecessary restrictions, just poker at its purest. 

This strategy is a necessity in today’s gaming ecosystem. As blockchain reshapes entertainment across music, film, and esports, online poker platforms like Americas Cardroom are capitalizing on crypto to speed up gameplay. The result? A virtual poker room that operates as efficiently in Atlanta as it does in Amsterdam.

Cryptocurrency has also allowed Americas Cardroom to support players in regions where traditional banking is restrictive or slow. With crypto’s decentralized architecture, Americas Cardroom ensures that every player, regardless of geography, can compete on a level playing field.

This integration of digital finance reflects a broader trend in gaming culture, where players are no longer just participants but active stakeholders in virtual economies. Americas Cardroom’s foray into crypto signals a future where the lines between entertainment, investment, and community continue to blur.

As the poker world watches Americas Cardroom evolve from a domestic powerhouse into a global influencer, the online Battle of Malta stands as a landmark moment and a declaration that online poker’s golden age is not in the past, but unfolding right now, on a screen near you.