PXD Slots, a licensed Remote Gaming Server platform that helps suppliers launch their products onto the regulated iGaming market in North America, has signed a new distribution partnership with TinyRex Games, an up-and-coming supplier with an equally ambitious game plan for the region.

Gearing Up for Further Expansion in Real Money Gambling

PDX Slots is banking on its original strategy which is dubbed “quality of quantity” by its chief executive officer. TinyRex CEO and co-founder Kenny Huang has welcomed the opportunity to team up with PDX Slots and become a part of the company’s distribution model.

So far as the real money sector goes, Huang noted, PDX Slots was a company that was determined to prioritize hard-hitting titles that stand out by virtue of their overall quality, and which are bound to appeal to players this way. TinyRex is bringing titles such as 21 Cats, The Wizard of Oz: idle Merge, Plinko, Catsino Solitaire, and Dice Drop among others.

PDX Slots CEO Christopher Housel was similarly happy to welcome this fresh opportunity between the two companies. According to Housel, the two companies coming together was an “alignment of vision and strategy.”

TinyRex’s expertise in delivering top-tier gaming experiences complements our approach perfectly, ensuring our games not only resonate with players, but also drive sustained engagement and revenue growth.

PDX Slots CEO Christopher Housel

TinyRex Games Happy to Align Ethos and Vision with PDX Slots

Both companies stand to benefit. On the one hand, TinyRex is looking to secure an entry into the real money casino landscape, as it pushes into new markets. PDX Slots is similarly keen to help with distribution deals for various operators and become a major player in this particular sector.

TinyRex Games co-founder and tech director Ernest Chan added that PDX will significantly allow his company to expand and innovative, bringing cutting-edge experiences and products to players. PXD Slots is currently only licensed in Michigan by the Michigan Gaming Control Board.

Homegrown slot developers in the United States and Canada have been looking to make sure that their products are visible to local audiences. One particularly successful company has been White Hat Studios which has been able to steal the thunder from international rivals and establish its slot games as Slot of the Month in Eilers & Krejick’s monthly rank list covering the North American iGaming market.

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Thunderkick, the innovative Swedish company that creates games for online casinos, has announced that its presence on the Spanish market has become stronger after having signed an agreement with Paf, one of the top online casino operators in Europe.

The agreement will see Paf gain access to the impressive portfolio of games supplied by Thunderkick, including very popular titles such as Midas Golden Touch, Hot Potato and Esqueleto Explosivo 2. The deal will also see Thunderkick solidify its position on the Spanish market, one of the key regulated markets in the European Union.

A Top Operator

Moreover, an agreement with Paf can be regarded as a seal of approval because this online casino operator is one of the oldest in the business. The company was founded all the way back in 1966 in the Aland Islands, which is an autonomous region of Finland.

The company was founded by the local health charity Folkhälsan together with the local branches of famous international foundations such as the Red Cross, Save the Children and Dagens Barn. The operator is licensed and controlled by the Government of Aland, so its main purpose is to generate money which then will be redistributed towards social expenses.

Along with being an online casino operator, Paf also has its own in-house games studio which creates unique content for the company’s website. Moreover, Paf also operates 31 cruise ships which navigate the Baltic and the North Seas. The operator is licensed in Aland, Estonia, Latvia, Sweden, and Spain.

An Increasingly Popular Supplier

Thunderkick does have a bit of history behind its brand as well; the company was founded in 2012 and since then it has grown into one of the most reputable names in the iGaming industry. The deal with Paf means that its footprint continues to grow across the world because it comes after multiple other agreements secured with top operators.

Among the studio’s online casino partners we can find big names such as 888casino, Mr. Green, Casumo, and LeoVegas along with powerful aggregators such as Pariplay and QTech Games. The company currently has over 80 employees and 77 different games in its portfolio.

Source: “Spanish Fiesta with Paf!“. Thunderkick. March 25, 2024.

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Spinomenal, a recognized supplier of engaging iGaming content, has entered a content supply agreement with Italian online casino operator Eurobet, a subsidiary of the iGaming headliner Entain Group. The deal will help Spinomenal extend its reach to a wider player community in the regulated Italian market. At the same time, Eurobet’s addition of the exclusive content to its comprehensive portfolio will reinforce its leading position in the dynamic Italian market.

Exclusive Content Supply

Under the agreement, the operator will be enabled to access Spinomenal’s diverse catalogue of popular titles and launch them on its state-of-the-art platform. The supplier’s releases are increasingly popular among players for a wide range of integrated features. A fine selection of these will now fuel the operator’s platform to render an unparalleled player experience. The gems like Majestic King, Aztec Spell and Lucky Jack – Lost Jungle are now within the reach of the Eurobet’s player pool.

Light&Wonder Facilitate the Content Deal

The integration of Spinomenal’s content into the renowned Italian operator’s platform is facilitated by the top-tier content aggregator Light & Wonder. Under a B2B partnership between the two content suppliers, the aggregator’s OpenGaming platform is employed here as a bridge between Spinomenal and Eurobet.

Seamless Content Integration

The aggregation platform securing a swift and seamless content transition by means of a series of high-end features and tools makes Light & Wonder a go-to destination for the leading game developers and content suppliers around the world. Spinomenal’s choice of aggregator for the latest deal testifies about the provider’s commitment to further increase its presence in the Italian jurisdiction.

Continued Italian Expansion

The content supply deal struck with Eurobet follows Spinomenal’s recent Italian expansion. At end of January 2024, the supplier signed the leading online gaming operator NetBet Italy for the content supply purposes. The Eurobet deal, signed less than a week later, testifies about Spinomenal’s determination to make its content comfortable in the Italian market as the provider seems to be coming to stay.

Commenting on the latest content partnership with Eurobet, Lior Shvartz, CEO for Spinomenal commented: “Italy’s iGaming market growth is mighty impressive and we’re very happy to broaden our footprint here with a collaboration with Eurobet Italy.”

Source: “Spinomenal Increases Italian Presence with Eurobet Italy Partnership”. Spinomenal. March 4, 2024.

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Sports Information Services (SIS), a leading supplier of nonstop live betting services, has negotiated a “landmark distribution deal” with sports tech specialist Genius Sports. As a part of the tie-up, the latter company will distribute SIS’s Competitive Gaming product.

Under the deal, Genius Sports will leverage its extensive sportsbook network to help SIS expand its global reach. This footprint expansion aligns with SIS’ philosophy of building mutually beneficial partnerships with leading gaming and betting platforms.

Competitive Gaming is a comprehensive library of sporting content, encompassing 150,000 live events a year. As agreed, SIS will make the entire Competitive Gaming portfolio available through Genius Sports.

The Competitive Gaming content covers both of SIS’ sports simulation products, esoccer and ebasketball, allowing sportsbooks to keep fans engaged throughout the off-season. These proprietary products adhere to the highest integrity standards and allow fans to enjoy a bet any time of the day.

SIS Competitive Gaming is a product with an impressive track record in driving superior margins to operators. As a result, it is sure to provide a significant boost to Genius Sports’ offering. The addition will further cement the provider’s reputation as an essential partner to leading sports betting companies.

Genius Sports is considered a global leader in sports data and technology. A few weeks ago, the company unveiled a new automated pricing solution that provided it with an additional edge over its competitors.

SIS Is Looking Forward to Mutual Success

Genius Sports’ global partnership director, Matt Stephenson, commented on the deal. According to him, the addition of SIS’ Competitive Gaming content to his company’s offering will affirm the provider’s commitment to supplying its clients with the “widest range of content and the best opportunity to add value and grow revenues.”

Genius customers expect market-leading solutions, and in SIS’ Competitive Gaming they will have a product that stands out from the competition in terms of quality and integrity.

Matt Stephenson, global partnerships director, Genius Sports

SIS’ head of commercial partnerships, Andy Kelly, also shared his thoughts on the matter, saying that Genius Sports is a world-leading provider for a reason. Because of that, the current deal is very important to SIS, which seeks additional expansion across regulated markets.

This is an agreement that is perfectly aligned with our respective established relationships, and we look forward to mutual success moving forward.

Andy Kelly, head of commercial partnerships, SIS

In other news, SIS recently grew its own offering with racing content from Korea.

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Sports betting and iGaming giant BetMGM has unveiled a historic partnership with X. The tie-up will see the former company serve as the social media platform’s exclusive live odds sports betting partner.

This unprecedented partnership between a major social media platform and a gambling operator will see BetMGM’s odds and branding integrated into X. Games appearing on the latter platform will link to BetMGM’s website and app, allowing users to quickly find their way around.

The deal comes just in time for the Super Bowl and will allow X to tap into the growing demand for wagering. Its users will now get to explore BetMGM’s latest betting odds on pro football, with more sports to be added along the line.

According to BetMGM’s official announcement, this integration will continue to evolve and grow in its functionalities over the next few months.

Sports Fans Never Sleep on X

For the gambling company, this represents an important opportunity to grow and tap into the unexplored potential of social platforms.

Adam Greenblatt, BetMGM’s chief executive officer, addressed the new deal, praising X as the “center of the sports world’s conversation 24 hours a day, seven days a week.” According to him, the ability to access the X community will be a true game-changer.

Being directly accessible within that forum is an unprecedented opportunity to expand our reach to a passionate and engaged audience. We look forward to adding intel and content that enhances the platform’s interaction around sports.

Adam Greenblatt, CEO, BetMGM

X chief executive officer Linda Yaccarino echoed Greenblatt’s statement, noting that “sports fans never sleep on X.” The partnership with BetMGM, Yaccarino said, will allow the social platform to put fans “practically in the front row.”

We’re bringing sports fans on X even closer to the action so they can cheer, and now bet, on their favorite teams.

Linda Yaccarino, CEO, X

In other news, BetMGM just reported its FY 2023 performance, highlighting growth across many metrics. The company continues to maintain its impressive momentum into 2024 and is optimistic about the future.

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• One of the leading game aggregators in the world, the famous SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator, partnered with the popular game provider Ready Play to strengthen its position and further expand across the global iGaming market.

Industry giants partner up to improve the player experience

SOFTSWISS operates one of the most popular aggregation platforms in the whole industry. The new partnership will help in its further development since a range of new slot games will be added to it.

On the other hand, Ready Play is a company with a long history in the industry. It’s been present on the market for 20 years, and it is present in many key regulated markets across the globe. The company got a certification from Channel Islands’ Alderney Gaming Control Commission, which allows SOFTSWISS to expand in that market as well.

This partnership means a lot for both companies, allowing them to offer their customers an advanced customer experience and improve the player experience as well.

Unique products

Ready Play is popular for its unique features such as its gamified slot releases Reel Bingo and Snakes & Ladders, which became a huge hit among the players. The games became even more popular because of their statistical data and analysis, which is unique in the market. Both companies can use this data to improve the player experience, which will without doubt lead to a successful partnership.

Ready Play is also known for unusual testing of its games – while the content production stage lasts, the real players are invited to test out the games, and that allows the company to create the content that really fulfills all the wishes of its fans and players, thanks to the feedback they get from the players. SOFTSWISS also invites their clients to try their products before the official launch and give their feedback, so the values of the two companies completely align when it comes to this matter.

SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator recently announced the cross-product integration with the famous SOFTSWISS Jackpot Aggregator, which will upgrade its offering, along with a range of advanced sports betting products.

Gregory Penkov, Head of Sales at SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator, said: “The excellence of our Game Aggregator in iGaming is attributed to the robustness and variety of its offerings. Collaborating with providers like Ready Play allows us to sustain our leading positions. Ready Play’s games deliver distinctive, unparalleled experiences, and we are eager to observe their reception across our network.”

Grant Benson, Commercial Officer of Ready Play, added: “We are delighted to make our top-quality games accessible through a content hub that reaches diverse audiences across various locations. Our goal is to provide our games to the most discerning players possible, and partnering with SOFTSWISS allows us to achieve precisely that. The integration with the Game Aggregator not only showcases the incredible potential of our brand but also opens up avenues for new business opportunities.”

Source: Miller, George, “SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator Partners with Ready Play”. European Gaming. January 16, 2024.

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EGT Digital keeps expanding across the European continent. The most recent expansion is on the Italian market, thanks to the deal with Microgame, one of the leading companies in the online gaming industry.

A huge milestone for both companies

EGT Digital is one of the leading providers based in Bulgaria. Its vast portfolio of games is currently available on 35 betting sites on Microgame’s platform. Among the games included in the offering is a popular jackpot Bell Link, as well as its top-performing titles such as Shining Crown Bell Link, Flaming Hot Bell Link, and Burning Hot Bell Link.

Zornitsa Boncheva, Regional Manager at EGT in Italy, commented on the recent expansion: “We are honored to start a partnership with a well-established company as Microgame, as it allows us to present our gaming content to numerous operators. Bell Link is already widely popular in many countries around the world and has demonstrated excellent results so far. That is why I am confident that it will fully satisfy the preferences of local players as well and will quickly rank among their favorites, which will pave the way for our next highly potential gaming proposals.”

The COO of Microgame, Marco Bedendo, is also satisfied with the recently signed deal and has huge expectations of it. He said: “Being the first in Italy to offer EGT Digital’s titles in our portfolio is an expression of our constant strive to always be at the forefront of the market and reflects our constant commitment to providing the Italian operators and players with a wide and continuously updated portfolio of games.”

Industry leaders

Microgame is one of the leading service providers in Italy. The company offers its customers a range of services, including access to advanced gaming platforms, various gaming products that captivate the attention of players, as well as various solutions that help in improving overall players’ experience.

On the other hand, EGT Digital is a Euro Gaming Technology subsidiary and established its position as one of the leading names in the Bulgarian market. It offers various services and modern products, including the X-Nave platform, CRM services, as well as impressive sports and gaming offerings, and many more unique and advanced services.

This newly established partnership sets a huge milestone for both included parties. This partnership follows other significant deals EGT recently made, such as the ones with VBet, Admiralbet, Player.ro, and other big industry names.

Source: Miller, George, “EGT Digital’s gaming content enters the Italian market with Microgame”. European Gaming. January 9, 2024.

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Rocky Mountain Gaming has signed definitive deals with Minter Holdings and G Investments, allowing it to acquire the operating assets of two major casino properties. The agreement, if approved by Colorado’s gambling regulator, would add Johnny Nolon’s Casino and Colorado Grande Casino to Rocky Mountain Gaming’s portfolio.

Johnny Nolon’s Casino is one of the original casinos in Cripple Creek. Acquiring it and the Colorado Grande Casino will allow Rocky Mountain Gaming to dominate the town’s legendary gaming district. The two properties the latter company set out to acquire have a total of 400 gaming devices and 7 hotel rooms. In addition, Colorado Grande Casino operates Maggie’s Restaurant on its premises.

For reference, both properties are managed by David Minter through Minter Holdings. Minter is the sole owner of Johnny Nolon and the majority owner of Colorado Grande’s operating assets.

Rocky Mountain Gaming is the brainchild of David D. Ross, Michael J. Gaughan III and Joseph J. Canfora and is a venture that allows them to explore gaming opportunities in the United States. The first two men have worked together for over three decades in senior management for a number of influential casino companies. Canfora, on the other hand, is a casino veteran with over four decades of experience in the gaming and hospitality industry.

Minter Is Optimistic about the Properties’ Future

Canfora commented on the new venture with Ross and Gaughan, saying that he was surprised when they first invited him to return to the Cripple Creek market. After he thought about it for a while, Canfora realized that Johnny Nolon’s and Colorado Grande present a unique opportunity to conserve the old Cripple Creek atmosphere local players love.

Ross also commented on the matter, saying that the local market has been growing fast thanks to companies like Golden Nugget. This has attracted new players to Cripple Creek, revitalizing the local industry. Ross concluded that his team hopes to capitalize on the influx of people and cater to the needs of players seeking loose slots and personal service.

David Minter also commented on the matter, saying that he is proud of Johnny Nolon’s Casino and Colorado Grande Casino’s progress over the past few years.

While other casinos were coming and going and changing owners, we were a constant in this town. I look forward to seeing what Rocky Mountain Gaming CC brings to these casinos I love so much.
David J. Minter

Speaking of Colorado, the state just published information about the performance of its sports betting industry.

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Wazdan, a leading provider of innovative casino content, has teamed up with Netwin, a leading iGaming operator in Italy. Under the agreement between the two parties, the supplier will inject content into the gambling company’s platform.

As per the deal, Wazdan will roll out cutting-edge gaming content on Netwin, providing it with many exciting titles that would engage Italian audiences. By enhancing its product offering with new games, Netwin will be able to channel more players toward its platform and retain existing customers.

By diversifying Netwin’s portfolio, Wazdan will not only help the operator appeal to local gamblers, but will also expand its own presence in Italy. The supplier noted that Italy is a key market for its business and that Italian players have demonstrated a strong appreciation of its gaming solutions.

Wazdan concluded that it expects the new partnership to “resonate strongly” with Italian audiences, reflecting the company’s commitment to deliver exciting content.

Wazdan Is Excited to Expand in Italy

In its official release, Wazdan noted that the new partnership aligns with Wazdan’s mission to continue growing internationally and provide content to players across different markets. Radka Bacheva, the company’s head of sales and business development, further elaborated on her company’s feelings about the new deal.

Bacheva lauded Netwin as a major Italian online casino operator and highlighted the opportunities that this partnership would provide.

We are thrilled to join forces with Netwin, a renowned name in the Italian iGaming sector. Italy holds immense potential for us, and teaming up with Netwin will undoubtedly strengthen our position in this dynamic market.

Radka Bacheva, head of sales and business development, Wazdan

Wazdan recently received nominations at the EGR Italy 2023 Awards, further attesting to the company’s commitment to providing unparalleled gaming experiences to Italian audiences. According to Wazdan, the nominations underscore its dedication to innovation and quality.

Earlier this month, Wazdan also expanded its presence in the United States via a New Jersey-facing partnership with Tipico. As a part of that agreement, Wazdan leveraged Light & Wonder’s iGaming ecosystem to supply content to the operator.

In October, the company also launched its HalloWIN campaign, as well as a sequel to Los Muertos.

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Tensions are escalating in Las Vegas as the Culinary Union intensifies its preparations for an impending strike against major casino resorts, including MGM Resorts, Caesars Entertainment, and Wynn Resorts, slated for November 10. Union members have been assembling picket signs at their headquarters near Wyoming Avenue and S. Las Vegas Boulevard in anticipation of the strike deadline.

Las Vegas Union Members Express Dissatisfaction Over Progress

Expressing their frustrations, union members voiced concerns about their working conditions and job security. Emphasizing the personal stakes involved for the workers and their families, Aretha Wilder, a union member said: “We’ve worked hard for these companies. We deserve not to be left behind. We deserve not to have our hours cut, we deserve not to have to work two or three stations.” 

Elsa Roldan, another union member, emphasized that there had been limited progress in the negotiations, stressing the lack of significant improvements. She stated that from the beginning, they had been willing to do whatever it took to secure a fair contract, highlighting the union’s steadfast determination.

Despite ongoing discussions, union officials remain dissatisfied with the current state of negotiations, reported KTNV Las Vegas. Ted Pappageorge, the Union’s Secretary-Treasurer, acknowledged some movement in recent weeks but emphasized that it still falls short. Pappageorge explained that they were cautiously optimistic and mentioned that if any company did the right thing and made substantial concessions, they could potentially reach a settlement. He hinted at the possibility of one, two, or even three of these companies facing strikes.

Culinary Union Urges Support for Workers Amid Formula 1 Turmoil

In addition to the ongoing labor dispute, the developments have further heightened concerns regarding the Formula 1 Grand Prix scheduled to begin on November 16. The Culinary Union has urged race attendees to support their cause by refraining from crossing picket lines and avoiding hotels and casinos affected by the labor dispute.

Amidst these tensions, the Culinary Union remains firm in its demands, emphasizing that the proposals put forth by the employers, while historic, are insufficient. Union leaders, including Secretary-Treasurer Ted Pappageorge, have underscored the workers’ rights for fair treatment and just contracts, particularly in light of the substantial profits enjoyed by the corporations involved.

Two weeks ago, members of the Culinary Workers Union in Las Vegas organized a nonviolent demonstration to draw attention to their ongoing contract talks with prominent casinos. Around 58 demonstrators were apprehended during the protest, which sought to raise concerns about essential matters such as salary increases and a better work environment.

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