There’s an odd jazz-like sound track backing on the new slot from NextGen titled Cleo’s Wish, odd because the theme is ancient Egypt centred on the legendary Queen of the Nile. This 5 reel 25 pay-line game has stacked wilds, wilds, transforming symbols, scatters, multipliers and free spins, along with three randomly triggered bonuses – …
The American Gaming Association (AGA) estimates Americans will wager approximately $4.76 billion on Super Bowl 52 between the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles. Due to a failed federal law, 97 percent of total wagers, equaling more than $4.6 billion, will be bet illegally across the United States, the trade body claims. Only 3 percent, …
A study commissioned by The Times in India reports that producing content in diverse regional languages is becoming more important as the Internet spreads beyond metropolitan areas into widespread rural communities, thanks mainly to smartphone propagation. The study found that regional language users will account for 75 percent of the country’s internet user base by …
RealTime Gaming’s latest online slot is now available, a 5 reel 20 pay-line production inspired by Chinese martial arts film legend, Jackie Chan and titled Fantasy Mission Force. Game features include explosive bonus awards such as the Kaboom! feature which can deliver significant free game rewards by adding a Bickford Fuse to some symbols. Three …
Hong Kong-listed and AliBaba-owned AGTech Holdings has partnered Indias largest mobile-first financial services platform Paytm in a joint venture for the launch of mobile games platform Gamepind. AGTech holds a 45 percent stake in the joint venture while Paytm owns a 55 percent stake. Gamepind offers a host of casual games, contests and sports games …
Mobile software developer Playtika has established Playtika Growth Investments targeting Israeli digital entertainment and consumer internet businesses with an investment fund of up to $400 million over four years. The investment arm will target companies that are already profitable or near breakeven and have proven business models and products. Those portfolio businesses will be supported …
Quickspin is teasing the upcoming launch of its latest release Northern Sky, a Scandinavian themed, 5×3 avalanche slot with 9 paylines. Set in the Scandinavian countryside, under the Northern Lights, symbols feature geometric stags, owls, bears and wolves who morph into dazzling gems. Northern Sky offers re-spins on all wins and a free spin bonus …
The Portuguese gambling regulator Serviço Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos do Turismo de Portugal (SRIJ) has launched a public consultation on the legal framework for online gambling , Decree Law n.º 66/2015, in an ongoing and routine assessment which must be completed by the end of April, marking two years since the regulated markets inception. …
Ladbrokes Coral gaming websites have gone live with Gaming Realms Slingo Originals content via third party distributor GAMEIOM. “Slingo Originals” games Slingo Riches and Pigasus Slot have launched initially on Gala Spins and Gala Bingo sites. In addition, Slingo Rainbow Riches will feature exclusively on Gala Spins for the next two months. Further rollouts across …
Sportech plc advised Tuesday that it remains in talks with potential buyers of the company, but has extended the timetable for seeking valid offers through the first quarter of 2018. The online gambling and entertainment company also said ongoing sale talks may be terminated, or altered, and that there can be no certainty over a …
Asian games distributor QTech has claimed an industry first with the launch of a cross-provider recommendation mobile app for the gaming industry. The recommendation engine, which reportedly utilises similar technology to digital-content giants Amazon, Netflix and Spotify, allows QTech players to choose any game from any provider and switch between them at their convenience. In …
Playtech has announced the completed integration of Featurespaces machine learning fraud detection tools into its Information Management System (IMS), the culmination of a strategic partnership agreed in 2017 (see previous report). Featurespaces adaptive, real-time, individual change platform (ARIC) monitors player behaviour and instantly identifies new fraudulent attacks while reducing the number of genuine, incorrectly sanctioned …
Microgamings February slot release Lucky Little Gods is perfectly timed to coincide with the upcoming Chinese New Year. This five reel, 243 ways online slot is inspired by Chinese mythology, set in an ethereal realm hosted by two gods of fortune, while combining vibrant graphics and quirky Manga animations with divine bonus features. The Golden …
On the back of its recent deal with the NovusBet platform, BetGames.TV has agreed the integration of its live betting portfolio with BCourt Group brand and Real Madrid Official sponsor Betcart in Iran. BetGames.tvs portfolio will be made available to BetCart customers through a dedicated tab on all their gaming websites.
Platform solution provider Betixon will augment its slots offer with content from Genii. The deal covers the integration of Geniis full suite of online gaming content including popular titles Sirens Serenade, Tanzakura and BigFroot. A fairly young firm, being in the industry since 2016, Betixon caught our attention with their not only high-quality offering but …
Privately-owned Danish online gambling software provider Spigo has launched its Global Multiplayer Network enabling players from collective partners to play with each other. The opt-in network collaborates with several partners to increase the value of its multiplayer games through volume.
EveryMatrix and Booongo have inked a strategic partnership for the integration of Booongos full catalogue of HTML5 slots and future releases on the EveryMatrix platform. EveryMatrix operators will enjoy titles such as 88 wild dragon, Poisoned Apple, Lucky Xmas and 12 Animals from the Ukraine-based developer.
Newcomer Malta-based Gamanza Group has launched its omni-channel iGaming HUB offering a one-stop-shop for online games, lottery, social betting on a single platform along with gamification, payments provision and a bonus engine. The company was founded by serial entrepreneur Magnus Lindberg whose previous start-ups include Reels54 Game-Lab and Market Place, Together Gaming, Push Gaming and …
Online gambling operator LeoVegas has applied for admission to trade on Nasdaq Stockholm with the release of a financial prospectus. The prospectus, produced by the LeoVegas Board, has been approved and registered with the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority. The company expects to receive formal approval from Nasdaq Stockholm this week confirming the change in listing.
Australian sports betting provider TopBetta Holdings Limited has agreed a revenue-share, licencing deal with International Racing Data Limited (IRD) authorising its UK subsidiary, The Global Tote (TGT), to distribute customised products including Fixed Odds, Fixed Odds Exotics and a range of Racing Informatics as well as Tote derivative products to wagering operators in Australia, New …
Malta-based games developer WorldMatch will enter the Spanish market in the second quarter 2018 after agreeing an online casino content supply deal with Vermatic Group. WorldMatch, recently awarded a license by the DGOJ, will integrate a selection of its slot titles to Vermatics JokerBet brand followed by Roulette and other table games once certification has …
Finnish-based open gaming platform provider Finnplay has partnered Yggdrasil Gaming for the integration of the software developers full games portfolio to its Billfold platform. Yggdrasil Gaming is an established multi-award winning online and mobile casino games provider and has a strong presence in regulated EU markets, Daniel Eriksson, partner at Finnplay said. We are therefore …
Online gambling software and white label provider Aspire Global has launched a new sports betting solution as part of its extended platform in a move timed to coincide with the World Cup football in Russia this year. Going live initially on Karamba.com, one of ASGs leading proprietary brands, the sportsbook features Robotip v1.0, a fully …
The latest in the Monopoly series of slots based on the famous 1903 board game has been released by WMS as a 5 reel, 30 pay-line slot titled Monopoly Mega Movers. Traditional monopoly symbols are incorporated in the otherwise fairly simply and straightforward backdrop for the game, which boasts five fixed jackpots and three bonus …