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Melanie Porter
EditorAfter finishing her master's in publishing and writing, Melanie began her career as an online editor for a large gaming blog and has now transitioned over towards the iGaming industry. She helps to ensure that our news pieces are written to the highest standard possible under the guidance of senior management.
Slots
May 31, 2022
Habanero’s Bomb Runner: an Arcade-Inspired Slot
Top-tier table games and slots provider Habanero has launched Bomb Runner, an exciting fresh slot inspired by arcade video games that promise to get the adrenaline pumping on the spot. The news comes as a smooth continuation of Habanero’s spectacular 2021 when the company managed to secure some noteworthy partnerships with Betway and LeoVegas. Last […]
Industry
May 31, 2022
Ex-Minister Became Genius Sports’ Business Advisor
New York Stock Exchange-listed Genius Sports Limited has invited UK’s former ministry for sport Sir Hugh Robertson to join its newly formed business advisory council. The decision will go into effect without further delay. The former Conservative MP’s main responsibility will be to identify fresh strategic development opportunities for the company. He will also be […]
Slots
May 30, 2022
1×2 Network Launches New Branded Coin Vault Slot
Together with its gaming studio subsidiary 1x2gaming, 1x2 Network has added yet another revolutionary title to its prestigious branded content with a clear focus on gamification. The developer has released Branded Coin Vault, a mining-themed slot game that allows operators to customize the game’s logo, select their preferred size for the gameboard, or change the […]
Slots
May 30, 2022
Big Benji Bonanza: Yggdrasil and Jelly’s New Release
Yggdrasil has expanded its world of entertainment with Big Benji Bonanza, a fresh slot game released together with Jelly, a game developer mostly focused on mobile experiences. The two have created a Wall Street-themed game prone to quickly become a hit among global players. Big Benji Bonanza Metrics Overview Reels: 3 Rows: 5 Paylines: 243 […]
Sports
May 30, 2022
Hamburg EU Open Returns With Expanded Betway Deal
Leading sports betting and gaming brand Betway has announced it has become Hamburg European Open’s official sponsor in 2022. The partnership is an expansion of the “fantastic relationship” that Betway was already enjoying with the popular tennis tournament. Betway Is Eager to Make History Betway’s chief executive officer Anthony Workman spoke on behalf of the […]
Legal
May 27, 2022
Ex-MGA CTO Jason Farrugia Faces Charges in Court
Ex-chief technology officer for Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) Jason Farrugia has been charged with a series of alleged offenses including fraud, extortion, and money laundering. Farrugia’s charges come five months after his MGA employment was terminated. The MGA has issued a statement that confirmed the fact that Farrugia had been arraigned on charges related to […]
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May 27, 2022
Lucky Nugget Megaways: Blueprint Gaming’s Mining Slot
Top software developer Blueprint Gaming has released Lucky Nuggets Megaways, a new classic slot with a mining adventure theme. The game invites players to dig their way beneath the ground and join a gold miner busy scooping up gold and diamond prize symbols. Lucky players will also get a nice multiplier boost consisting of free […]
Legal
May 27, 2022
Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Tosses Circus Circus-AIG Lawsuit
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, several casino operators sought relief and monetary compensation, issuing a number of insurance claims for the losses they claimed to have suffered through the months of shutdown. Las Vegas Strip-based Circus Circus was one of them. In 2020, the operator attempted to submit such a claim to American […]
Industry
May 26, 2022
Camelot Illinois Launches Fresh Scan-N-Play Feature
Illinois lottery operator Camelot Illinois has brought a new improvement to the state’s lottery by introducing the Scan-N-Play feature. This feature is the freshest addition in a long row of innovations that can be attributed to the lottery’s Fast Play offering. With Scan-N-Play, Games Come to Life Onscreen Players who choose to buy a physical […]
Slots
May 26, 2022
Musketeer Megaways: iSoftBet’s Latest Twisted Tale
Global content aggregator and developer in the iGaming world iSoftBet has made a powerful comeback with its popular Twisted Tale series by launching a fresh slot called Musketeer Megaways. The game features the brand new Quad Action format and allows players to enjoy a Free Spins bonus round. The launch of Musketeer Megaways follows the […]
