The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has announced a collaboration with the Solana Foundation to integrate cryptocurrency into its global events. This partnership will enable players to purchase tournament tickets using Solana, powered by MoonPay's payment infrastructure, with zero processing fees.
This marks the first time in WSOP history where players can buy tournament tickets directly with crypto. The integration will expand further at the 2026 WSOP Paradise in The Bahamas, where tournament winners can receive settlements in stablecoins on Solana, enabling near-instant access to payments and reducing friction traditionally associated with international tournament settlements.
The Solana Foundation will also serve as the official Presenting Sponsor of the 2026 World Series of Poker and 2026 World Series of Poker Paradise. Ty Stewart, CEO of WSOP, said that 'Solana's speed and efficiency mirror the fast-paced energy of our tournaments,' and expressed excitement to showcase their technology to a global audience.