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DigitalEjis and Betpoint together in safeguarding responsible gaming

May 14, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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DigitalEjis Limited, an innovative research and development company, and Betpoint, a leading Italian regulated gaming operator, have signed a partnership agreement to improve technological safeguards for players and responsible gaming.

DigitalEjis, a pioneer in its field, is the only company that provides an advanced technological solution to assist gaming operators in promoting responsible gaming and ensuring a safer gaming environment for all customers. DigitalEjis has developed the world’s first anti-addiction prediction software, the result of years of scientific research conducted in collaboration with renowned institutions and enhanced by the use of machine learning and artificial intelligence.

This software aims to improve the protection of responsible gaming. Ian McLoughlin, CEO of DigitalEjis, emphasized the ethical imperative behind the development of the innovative software: “Our mission is to create a safe and fun gaming environment for all players. By allowing operators to better understand their players, we aim to implement protection tools for the most vulnerable users without compromising anyone’s fun”.

“It was a pleasure,” adds Ian McLoughlin, “to work closely with Betpoint to enable them to offer a quantum-leap in player protection compared to the competition. Through-out the process, Betpoint has shown a constant commitment to maximizing the safety of its players. What I now hope is that players will turn to gaming operators who offer more protection. Currently in Italy, Betpoint represents the reference point for this”.

Betpoint, a leading gaming operator in Italy, stands out for its leadership in the field of player protection. Long committed to promoting transparency, player trust, and their safety, Betpoint sees the collaboration with DigitalEjis as a further sign of its commitment to responsible gaming.

With the integration of the software designed and produced by DigitalEjis on its gaming platform, Betpoint confirms itself as the most committed operator in Italy on the front of the protection of safe and responsible gaming. Betpoint, a prominent name in the gaming sector in Italy, has consistently prioritized transparency and player trust. In its position as a premium operator, Betpoint has committed to actively promoting responsible gaming as an integral part of its
corporate philosophy.

Giuseppe Simone, CEO of Betpoint, stated: “The collaboration with DigitalEjis reflects our commitment to player safety. We firmly believe that operators should provide a safer gaming experience for their customers, and we are committed to doing exactly that”.

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Caitlin Clark Boosted Betting on March Madness Women’s Games by 540%; a Bellwether on Her WNBA Impact: Optimove Insights’ Analysis

May 13, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Results based on more than 19 million bets during the 2024 NCAA March Madness tournament also revealed women’s games had more TV viewers, men’s games received more bets

Optimove Insights, the analytical and research arm of Optimove, has conducted a comprehensive analysis of the 2024 NCAA March Madness tournament, shedding light on the significant impact of standout player Caitlin Clark on betting behavior in women’s games. The report revealed that she boosted betting on March Madness by an average of 540%, a bellwether on her likely impact to the WNBA. The report was released at SBC Summit North America.

Results based on 19 Million+ Bets

Between March 29 and April 9, Optimove Insights analyzed more than 19 million bets placed on the 2024 NCAA March Madness tournament, encompassing both men’s and women’s games. The focus of this analysis was to track the betting trends surrounding games featuring Caitlin Clark, a prominent player in women’s college basketball, and the first pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft.

Women’s Games: The Caitlin Clark Effect

Optimove Insights tracked the betting activity on women’s NCAA games from the Elite Eight stage through to the Championship game. The comparative baseline game, Oregon State vs. South Carolina, set at 100%, received the fewest bets among the games tracked.

The data revealed the impact of Caitlin Clark on betting activity, with games featuring her, witnessing an average 540% increase in bets compared to the baseline. This suggests a significant influence of individual players on the betting landscape, emphasizing the role of star power in driving fan engagement and betting interest.

Men’s Championship Game More Bets, Women’s Championship Game More Eyeballs.

Of note is that the women’s Championship game had an average of 18.7 million TV viewers compared to the men’s game at 14.8 million viewers, yet the men’s game attracted more than 3X the number of bets. This disparity underscores potential differences in viewer engagement versus betting activity between the two tournaments.

Men’s Games

The analysis also encompassed betting behavior in men’s NCAA games. Despite the men’s Championship game showing a 139% increase in bets over the baseline, the percentage increase in betting was notably lower compared to women’s games.

A likely explanation for this difference lies in the higher baseline of individual bettors in men’s games, resulting in lower percentage increases. Nevertheless, men’s games consistently attracted more bets throughout the tournament.

According to Rony Vexelman, VP of Marketing at Optimove, “As the WNBA season is about to tip off on May 14, it is doing so, with a generational player. The substantial boost in overall interest in women’s basketball catalyzed by Caitlin Clark is extraordinary. Her influence on boosting betting, TV viewership and more is already starting to drive a new women’s basketball economy in the trillions.”

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ELA Games Announces New Slot Game – Big Wave Delight

May 13, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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ELA Games, an innovative slot provider in the iGaming industry, is thrilled to announce the release of its latest slot machine game, Big Wave Delight. This new game features an advanced design, original mechanics, and a unique “Bonus Purchase” feature, setting a new standard in the gaming industry.

“Dive into the ultimate Hawaiian surf adventure with Big Wave Delight,” says Mike Cini, Business Owner of ELA Games. “Our latest slot machine offers players a thrilling gaming experience with every spin. The unique ‘Bonus Purchase’ feature and the ‘Wild Wave Respin’ feature, where every Wild landing triggers a respin and summons a massive surfing board as a Wild symbol on the reel, are sure to keep players engaged and entertained.”

Players can also hit the waves with Free Spins, scoring 10 thrilling spins with random multipliers (up to 10x) on each whirl. With up to 3 Wild Surfboards on every spin, players can expect epic wins!

The ELA Games team has just returned from SIGMA Americas in Sao Paulo, which took place from 22-24 April. The team is now preparing for the CasinoBeats Summit 2024 in Malta, where Mike Cini will be participating in a discussion panel titled “Navigating niche – mainstream opinion on alternative games“ on 22nd May.

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HIPTHER’s European Gaming Congress 2024 Extends to a Two-Day Spectacle at a Stunning New Venue

May 13, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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HIPTHER, the leading conference organizer and parent company of renowned online media outlets for GameTech industries, is excited to announce an extended two-day Agenda to come, and a stunning new location for the European Gaming Congress 2024, at the prestigious Polonia Palace Hotel in Central Warsaw.

History and Expansion: Compliance, Operations, SEO & Marketing

HIPTHER’s European Gaming Congress (EGC) boasts eight years of success as a dynamic platform for networking, collaboration and growth for iGaming Compliance and Technology.

Our 2024 event, embracing the “Via Infinita” guiding principles, promises to be even more impactful, expanding its Agenda and focus from Compliance to Operations, SEO and Marketing for iGaming and Technology industries.

#Hipthers are thrilled to bring together compliance experts, regulators, and gaming professionals, uniting the gaming industry with blockchain, AI, and fintech, offering a platform for networking and growth.

In order to successfully host this insightful bouquet of expertise, excellence and innovation, HIPTHER expands the standard one-day EGC Agenda to a buzzing two-day Conference Program fostering growth and offering a variety of quality networking opportunities.

The European Gaming Congress (EGC) 2024 will take place on 15-16 October 2024 in Warsaw, Poland. Early Bird Tickets are Available until 10 July 2024 – Get Yours Now!

New Venue: Historical Charm and Modern Elegance Meet the Future

The cutting edge themes of the Congress and the future of Gaming meet historical charm and comfort at the prestigious Polonia Palace Hotel. Centrally located, just opposite the Palace of Culture and Science, it is close to street shopping, train station, tourist sites, restaurants and a large shopping centre.

Between 15-16 October 2024, at the Polonia Palace Hotel, #hipthers will be hosting C-level executives, compliance experts, government officials, and professionals from the iGaming, eSports, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Fintech, Virtual/Augmented/Mixed Reality sectors, and many more who will be ready to share their knowledge and connect with you!

Sneak-peek to the Future: First Speakers Confirmed!

The first group of expert Speakers for European Gaming Congress 2024 has been confirmed!

Get ready to gain valuable insights and connect with industry luminaries such as:

Adam Lamentowicz, CEO of the Polish Gaming Chamber
Marek Plota, Founding Attorney at RM Legal & Gaming In Poland
Piotr Dynowski, Partner/Attorney at Law/Head of IP/Media/Tech&Comms Practice at Bird & Bird Poland
Andreea Dobre, Senior Manager Internal Audit at Greentube
Rebecca Liggero Fontana, Reporter, Producer & Host at COINGEEK
Jevgenijs Ravdins, Communications & Marketing Manager at MightyTips
Aleksandra Ossowska, Managing Partner at FinLegalTech
Stanisław Szostak, CEO at Astral Forest
Justyna Grusza-Głębicka, Law Firm Justyna Grusza-Głębicka
Alexis Wicén, CEO & Founder at Unibo and Scatters Group

And more – Stay tuned for more exciting Speaker and Agenda Updates!

Save the Date & Book your Seats: We look forward to welcoming you at the premier European Conference for iGaming Compliance and Technology!

Learn More about the European Gaming Congress

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Week 19/2024 slot games releases

May 12, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming

Relax Gaming has teamed up with CasinoDaddy once more to create its latest collaborative release as everyone’s favourite sloth, Chip, embarks on his latest escapade in Epic Dreams. Players can climb the lofty ladder up 50 levels to net themselves a maximum win of 5,000x by collecting matching coins and symbols.

Greentube, the NOVOMATIC Interactive division, has introduced its latest retro title with a twist, Silver Lux: Big Win Spinner. A classic three-reel stepper, this timeless slot is packed with thrilling modern features and a progressive jackpot for extra chances to win big amongst its nine paylines and Big Win Spinner wheel. Players participate using credits rather than currency, with the base game played for 10 credits.

Games Global’s exclusive studio AreaVegas Games has launched Area Link™ Dragon, the latest title in its popular Area Link™ series that captivates players with its stunning mythical design and plethora of features. Set against a volcanic backdrop, the 5×3 reelset is adorned with vibrant gemstones, treasure chests, and fireballs, all spinning by under the watchful eye of the dragon.

Endorphina has announced the release of its brand-new addition to its game portfolio on May 7th. Dazzling Crown is a classic fruit slot featuring 5 reels, 3 rows, and 10 fixed paylines. While classified as a classic slot game, with its noble and elegant exterior, Dazzling Crown also falls under the category of luxury slots created by the provider.

Spinomenal has launched its latest game, Dreams of Cleopatra. Unfolding underneath a mesmerising night sky, this 5×3 slot offers players a journey back to the glory of ancient Egypt. Dreams of Cleopatra features a haul of golden Egyptian artefacts as medium symbols, including intricately designed golden death masks, amulets, statues, and arks.

Wazdan adds a 6×5 reel layout to its Coins™ series with its latest launch 30 Coins. Adding a new dimension to the gameplay, the board is expanded to a 6×5 layout, allowing players to collect up to 30 Coins. Landing six or more coins in the middle reels triggers the player-favourite Hold the Jackpot™ bonus round.

Yggdrasil and YGG Masters partner Peter & Sons have shaken up the pirate slot genre with Gunpowder, a battle for oceanic supremacy with a hold full of rich naval-inspired features. A volatile slot with 10paylines, Gunpowder promises sticky wilds elevated with respins for the bravest of seadogs. A powerful free spins game sees the Phantom Power feature and retriggers wrapped up in the signature polished animation that Peter & Sons is renowned for.

3 Oaks Gaming has gone live with Fishin’ Bear, a vibrant slot showcasing a Free Spins round incorporating multiple features for an action-packed fishing expedition. The jolly bear acts as a Wild during the gameplay and appears in the middle of the third reel only. When visible alongside Bonus symbols within all game modes, he activates the Collect feature and hooks in the cash values for a combined payout.

Games Global exclusive studio Nailed It! Games has unveiled its buccaneering new release Riptide Pirates™, featuring an exciting, interactive battleship bonus round. The high-seas adventure tasks players with matching crewmates, anchors and compasses across the game’s 25 paylines to trigger Riptide Wild Stacks and the Pirate Bonus, leading to impressive wins worth up to 5,000x the bet.

Embark on a journey of fruity delight with Sweet Splash, the latest addition to Boldplay’s slot game line-up. Designed to quench players’ thirst for excitement, the game invites them to immerse themselves in a vibrant world bursting with juicy rewards. Featuring a 5×3 reel layout and 243 ways to win, Sweet Splash promises an adventure like no other, where every spin holds the promise of fortune and excitement.

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Red Rake Gaming presents some of its games on Swiss4Win, the online brand platform from Casino Lugano

May 11, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Premium casino content developer, Red Rake Gaming, partners with Swiss4Win, the online brand from Casino Lugano, to distribute their high-end and innovative suite of top performing casino games into the regulated Swiss market.

The collaboration will grant Swiss4Win access to Red Rake Gaming studio’s outstanding array of top-tier games. Among these, there are renowned titles such as Guardians of Luxor featuring scatters, mini-games, special wheels, 1st of the Irish with its multiple features and captivating cascading reels, and others such as Mega Rich, Ultra Burst, 2 Kings of Africa, Guardian of Ra.

These games have already captured the hearts of players worldwide and are currently leading the charts in several regulated European markets and this strategic and commercial partnership is part of the supplier’s plans to expand across Europe and supply innovative games to operator partners worldwide.

Nick Barr, Managing Director for Red Rake Gaming Malta, commented on the partnership stating: “We could not be more thrilled to partner with Swiss4Win, who are a dominating force in the Swiss market thanks to their player first approach and delivery of the best service to their players. We are very confident the Red Rake Games will play a strong part in Swiss4Win’s continued growth and delighted to work with all the team at Casino Lugano.”

Paolo Sanvido, Chief Executive Officer at Casino Lugano/Swiss4Win, said: “Red Rake Gaming is an innovative brand in the online gaming industry. The inclusion of their innovative titles within our gaming platform is something we welcome with great enthusiasm, confident that we will deliver an even more fun and engaging gaming experience.”

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Hospitality and Racing leaders visit Tamworth to listen and learn

May 11, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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The NSW Government’s Vibrancy Reforms will be top of the agenda when the Hospitality and Racing Regulatory Roadshow program visits Tamworth on Tuesday 21 May.

Senior executives from Hospitality and Racing will meet with businesses, industry groups and community and Aboriginal representatives to discuss the Government’s liquor and gaming reforms and regulatory priorities.

The event will also include a presentation by the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner on the Government’s Vibrancy Reforms to cut red tape in areas such as noise regulation and boost live music and other entertainment options.

Hospitality and Racing Deputy Secretary Tarek Barakat said the roadshow would provide a great opportunity to engage in genuine dialogue with local industry leaders.

“We’re looking forward to catching up with Tamworth’s liquor, gaming and racing stakeholders to discuss how we can work together to support safe and vibrant hospitality experiences,” Mr Barakat said.

“Tamworth is famous for its annual country music festival, but it also has a thriving live music scene throughout the year.

“This has been expanded even further, as seven Tamworth venues have now taken up the NSW Government’s Vibrancy Reform initiative, providing two hours extended trading in return for hosting live music.”

Mr Barakat said the roadshow was also a valuable opportunity for Hospitality and Racing leaders to gain feedback and suggestions on how they could better support the unique needs of north-west NSW communities.

“Those living and working in their communities are best placed to advise us on what is needed and how we can all work better together to achieve outcomes,” he said.

“This is especially true for the local Aboriginal community, and I look forward to hearing from them in regard to the liquor and gaming reforms, as well as listening to any suggestions for future changes and initiatives.”

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NVIDIA and GIGABYTE bring NVIDIA Reflex iCafe Attack across 20 gaming cafes, rewarding INR 2,00,000 through esports tournament

May 11, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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NVIDIA, the world leader in accelerated computing, has tied up with GIGABYTE, a global leader in computer hardware, to bring the NVIDIA Reflex iCafe Attack. The esports tournament took place across 20 gaming cafes in India including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Shillong, and Bangalore, with teams registering to compete in Counter-Strike 2 for a share of the INR 2,00,000 prize pool.

Commenting on the successful association and the completion of the NVIDIA Reflex iCafe Attack, Sunil Grewal, Director, GIGABYTE India, said, “We are thrilled to wrap up the first-ever NVIDIA Reflex iCafe Attack, bringing Counter-Strike 2 esports action to cafes in every nook and corner of the country. As leaders in the manufacturing of graphic cards loved by gamers worldwide, we are glad to have organized a grassroots-level esports tournament bringing together esports enthusiasts in an epic showdown, enabling us to connect directly with the Indian PC gaming community.”

The NVIDIA Reflex iCafe Attack esports tournament, in collaboration with GIGABYTE, highlighted the importance of top-tier hardware like the GIGABYTE GEFORCE RTX 4070 SUPER GAMING OC 12GB GDDR6 in competitive gaming. With advanced features such as ray tracing and AI-enhanced graphics, this GPU ensures smooth performance and low-latency responsiveness crucial for esports titles like Counter-Strike 2. Its robust cooling system and overclocking capabilities maintain peak performance during intense gaming sessions, empowering players to excel. By integrating cutting-edge hardware, GIGABYTE enhances the esports experience, fostering competitiveness and immersion in the digital arena.

The NVIDIA Reflex iCafe Attack 2024 was a resounding success, with more than 70 teams registering to compete in the open-for-all tournament.

These 70 teams competed in their local cafes, where the best 32 advanced to the National Playoffs. The NVIDIA Reflex iCafe Attack 2024 National Playoffs happened every Saturday and Sunday, across April 2024, where the 32 teams locked horns in intense Counter-Strike 2 esports action for the lion’s share of the INR 2,00,000 prize pool.

Ultimately, Mumbai’s Global Gaming Cafe dominated Bangalore’s Colosseum Cafe 3-0 in a one-sided grand final to be crowned the champions. The team will walk away with INR 1,00,000 of the total prize pool.

● Global Gaming Cafe (Mumbai): INR 1,00,000

● Colosseum Cafe (Bangalore): INR, 60,000

● Immortal Cafe (Delhi): INR 40,000

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Peter Camden announced as new Competitive Gaming Product Manager at SIS

May 11, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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SIS (Sports Information Services), the leading multi-content supplier of 24/7 live betting services, has announced the appointment of Peter Camden as Competitive Gaming Product Manager to lead the evolution of the company’s ever-growing Competitive Gaming product proposition.

Camden brings a wealth of experience to the role, spearheading the sportsbook product at a host of leading companies over the last 20 years. At GIMO, he was responsible for launching a global in-house developed sportsbook and migrated over 15 countries to a new CMS and front-end platform.

The sportsbook product expert also boasts previous senior trading roles at betFIRST and Mybet. He joins SIS at a particularly exciting time, with the supplier recently signing a global distribution deal for its popular Competitive Gaming portfolio with Genius Sports.

Developed specifically for sportsbooks, Competitive Gaming incorporates SIS’ H2H Global Gaming League. This provides operators with round-the-clock content, delivering over 150,000 highly competitive, short-form events per year in eSoccer and eBasketball. The end-to-end solution delivers significant margins, with operators benefiting from markets and bet types familiar to current sports bettors.

The new appointment coincides with the expansion of the Competitive Gaming product to three streams on both eBasketball and eSoccer, as the supplier gears up for expected growth in the US market.

Adam Conway, Head of Competitive Gaming at SIS, said: “We are delighted to welcome Peter to SIS. His knowledge and skills will only strengthen our Competitive Gaming offering as we continue to make positive strides with our industry leading product.

“This is a hugely exciting time for SIS. We believe this appointment will help to further develop our product offering as we continue to make strong progress in regulated markets worldwide.”

Peter Camden, Competitive Gaming Product Manager at SIS, said: “I am delighted to be joining SIS and specifically the Competitive Gaming division. The company’s eBasketball and eSoccer products continue to provide an unparalleled experience for our operators and bettors, and I look forward to taking this range of engaging content to the next level.”

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Gaming Innovation Group – Issue of new shares

May 11, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Gaming Innovation Group Inc. (GiG) has today issued 2,176,941 new shares of its common stock. The new shares are issued by the Board of Directors under the Company’s 150,000,000 authorized shares, and the Company confirms that the new shares have been duly authorized by all necessary corporate actions and that the new shares have been fully paid and validly issued. The Company’s share capital has increased from USD 129,003,161 to USD 131,180,102, and the number of outstanding shares has increased from 129,003,161 to 131,180,102 (par value USD 1.00). In addition, a total of 1,432,500 options are outstanding as of today.

The 2,176,941 new shares were distributed as follows:

823,897 new shares have been issued in connection with the acquisition of KaFe Rocks Ltd., ref. announcements from GiG on 7 November 2023 and 21 December 2023. Under the Share Purchase Agreement, GiG were obligated to issue EUR 2.5 million in shares to the sellers, pending specific operational cost savings targets being met by year-end 2023. The targets were met, and the sellers are entitled to extra payment, where the number of shares is based on a 30-day VWAP of the GiG share at the time of closing (NOK 30.11).

982,694 new shares have been issued in connection with the option program entered into in connection with the acquisition of Sportnco Gaming SAS (“Sportnco”), ref. Exemption Document dated 13 July 2022., whereby key employees in Sportnco, contingent on continued employment, will receive shares in the Company at EUR 2.11 (NOK 24.80) per share.

370,350 new shares have been issued in connection with exercise of options, whereof 319,000 shares at a share price of NOK 15.00 and 51,350 at a share price of NOK 22.00 per share.

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DigitalEjis and Betpoint together in safeguarding responsible gaming

Caitlin Clark Boosted Betting on March Madness Women’s Games by 540%; a Bellwether on Her WNBA Impact: Optimove Insights’ Analysis

ELA Games Announces New Slot Game – Big Wave Delight

HIPTHER’s European Gaming Congress 2024 Extends to a Two-Day Spectacle at a Stunning New Venue

Week 19/2024 slot games releases

Red Rake Gaming presents some of its games on Swiss4Win, the online brand platform from Casino Lugano

Hospitality and Racing leaders visit Tamworth to listen and learn

NVIDIA and GIGABYTE bring NVIDIA Reflex iCafe Attack across 20 gaming cafes, rewarding INR 2,00,000 through esports tournament

Peter Camden announced as new Competitive Gaming Product Manager at SIS

Gaming Innovation Group – Issue of new shares

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