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The Canadian Gaming Association Announces Appointment of New Chair, Vice-Chair

TORONTO, Dec. 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canadian Gaming Association (CGA) today announced the appointment of llkim Hincer, Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer, Hard Rock International, as Chair, and George Sweny, Vice-President, Compliance, Flutter Entertainment, as Vice-Chair of the CGA’s Board of Directors.
“I am pleased that Ilkim has accepted the role of Chair of the Board of Directors,” said Paul Burns, President and CEO of the CGA. “I’ve known Ilkim for years and have followed his notable career in the gaming industry. Ilkim has a strong track record with some of the world’s largest gaming operators, both here in Canada and in the United States. I look forward to working alongside him as we bounce back from the pandemic and position the CGA to capitalize on all of the exciting technology, iGaming, and sports betting developments across Canada.”
“I’m honoured to serve as Chair. The CGA has played a key role in helping our industry weather this incredibly challenging pandemic. I want to thank Carrie Kormos for her transformational leadership during her term as Chair, and look forward to working with Paul, the Board and our many diverse stakeholders as we recover and continue to grow in these rapidly evolving times,” said Hincer.
Ilkim and George will join Danielle Bush, Partner, McCarthy Tétrault LLP, and Robert Scarpelli, Managing Director, HLT Advisory Inc., who hold the roles of Corporate Secretary and Treasurer on the CGA’s Board.
The Full 2021/2022 CGA Board of Directors
- llkim Hincer, EVP & Chief Legal Officer, Hard Rock International, Chair
- George Sweny, Vice President Compliance, Flutter Entertainment, Vice-Chair
- Danielle Bush, Partner McCarthy Tétrault LLP, Corporate Secretary
- Rob Scarpelli, Managing Director, HLT Advisory Inc., Treasurer
- Scott Burton, CEO, FansUnite Entertainment Inc.
- Dean Ehrlich, EVP & Games Business Leader, Everi
- Neil Erlick, Chief Corporate Development Officer, Nuvei
- David Flinn, Regional Vice President Sales, Canada, South America, Central America, IGT
- Jeffrey Haas, SVP International Strategy, DraftKings
- Chuck Keeling, EVP Stakeholder Relations & Responsible Gambling, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
- Carrie Kormos, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer, Gateway Casinos & Entertainment
- Adriane McGrath, Director, Business Development, Konami Gaming Inc.
- Bob Parente, EVP & Chief Revenue Officer, Gaming, Scientific Games
- Richard Taylor, President, Niagara Casinos
- Shelley White, President & CEO, Responsible Gambling Council
About the Canadian Gaming Association
The Canadian Gaming Association (CGA) is a national trade association that represents leading operators and suppliers in Canada’s gaming, sports betting, eSports, and lottery industries – a full spectrum of companies from land-based and online casino operators to providers of global premium sports, eSports, and game content and technology. Visit www.canadiangaming.ca to learn more about the CGA and gaming in Canada.
For further information please contact:
Paul Burns, Canadian Gaming Association
(416) 579-3922
[email protected]
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Million Games and Black Cat Launch Island Ices – A Tropical Slot with Free Spins, Multipliers & Instant Cash Wins

Million Games and partner studio Black Cat are excited to announce the release of Island Ices, a vibrant 5×4 slot packed with tropical charm and rewarding mechanics. As the second game from Black Cat under the Million Star partner programme, Island Ices brings a refreshing low-volatility experience with a polished aesthetic and summer-ready features.
Designed for players who love quick-paced, feel-good gameplay, Island Ices features:
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20 paylines
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96.3% RTP
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Free Spins with multipliers up to x10
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A Prize Collection Bonus Game worth up to 1,750x the player’s bet
A Game Built for Laid-Back Spins and VIP Wins
Set against the backdrop of a luxury island resort, Island Ices takes players from sun-soaked afternoons by the pool to nighttime VIP beach parties, complete with fireworks and instant-cash cocktails.
Landing 3 or more VIP Ticket symbols triggers the Free Spins bonus game, Beach Party style, awarding up to 15 Free Spins with multipliers of x2, x5, or x10. During Free Spins, cash-filled Cocktail symbols become more frequent, turning every spin into a shot at a bigger prize.
The Prize Collection Bonus Game is activated by landing 3 or more Cocktail symbols, clearing the reels and replacing them with instant-cash values only. Players begin with 3 ice cubes—each spin uses one, and every new cash symbol refills them. The feature ends when no ice cubes remain or the grid is full.
Million Star Innovation Meets Summer Style
“Island Ices is a great example of how strong themes and smart mechanics can create something players genuinely enjoy,” said Thomas Nimstad, CEO of Million Games. “Black Cat has followed up their debut with a beautifully executed second release that brings fresh flavour to the lobby without overwhelming complexity.”
With a light, tropical theme and strong feature set, Island Ices offers a flexible, low-volatility experience built to appeal to a wide range of players. The game follows the successful launch of Captain’s Curse and marks another creative step forward for Black Cat under the Million Star programme.
Island Ices is now live across all Million Games partner platforms.
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Esports Charts named finalist for Esports Awards’ Content & Coverage Platform of the Decade

Esports Charts, an analytics company that aggregates real-time viewership insights about esports, has been shortlisted for Esports Coverage Platform of the Decade at the Esports Awards 2025, one of the industry’s highest honors. The nomination follows Esports Charts’ win in the Content & Coverage Platform category in 2023 and now places the platform among the most impactful names of the past ten years.
“Incredible to see Esports Charts being nominated for the third year in a row—especially in this special Decade edition, which celebrates long-term impact in the esports industry. It’s a proud moment that reflects years of dedication to delivering high-quality analytics and insights to the global esports community.
We’re excited to continue this journey as part of AWERTI’s growing ecosystem of top-tier analytics platforms and will continue to create useful tools for the esports industry worldwide.”Artyom Odintsov, co-founder and CEO of Esports Charts
The 2025 edition of the Esports Awards is a special one — the Decade Awards — celebrating the most influential names of the past ten years. Winners are determined through a two-part process: public voting (worth 25% of the final result) and panel voting by industry experts (worth 75%).
As the final week of voting begins, fans can take part in the special ‘turbo’ phase, where each vote counts double. Public voting is open on the official website until August 11. The awards ceremony will take place at the end of August during the Esports World Cup, as part of a three-year partnership between the two events.
The Esports Awards 2025 will honor achievements across 14 categories, including Esports Game of the Decade, Esports Personality of the Decade, and Streamer of the Decade. The nominees list features many of the industry’s most iconic names, with stars like Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev and Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok recognized in multiple categories.
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7777 gaming goes live in Serbia with Rizk Casino, part of the Betsson Group

7777 gaming proudly announces the launch of its innovative portfolio of online casino games in Rizk Casino, a prominent brand under the Betsson Group, now available in Serbia. This strategic move marks a new chapter for both companies, as more than 100 exclusive 7777 gaming titles are now live for Serbian players through Rizk.
This rollout is a major milestone in 7777 gaming’s expansion across the Balkan region, further strengthening its presence and underlining Serbia’s importance as a key market for the company’s B2B growth strategy.
Players at Rizk Casino in Serbia can now enjoy a thrilling selection of 7777 gaming’s top-performing games, including fan favorites like Cash 100 Bucks, Thracian Treasures, Greenhats’ Megawins, Barbarian, and Devil’s Deal: Soul for Sale, all tailored to the preferences of the local market.
Elena Shaterova, CCO at 7777 gaming, commented: “We are thrilled to partner with Rizk Casino and bring our standout portfolio to players in Serbia. This launch is not just an expansion — it’s a statement. Serbia is a thriving market and part of a region we’re deeply invested in. Working with a respected brand like Rizk, under the Betsson Group, allows us to showcase our exclusive content and deliver next-level entertainment to Serbian players.”
This launch reinforces 7777 gaming’s commitment to delivering localized, engaging, and high-performing gaming content across regulated markets, with the Balkans remaining a key focus for continued expansion and partnership.
About 7777 gaming:
7777 gaming is an innovative and data-driven B2B igaming provider, founded in 2020 with the mission to revolutionize and challenge the status quo in the industry by offering 360-degree platform, state-of-the-art online casino games, iLottery, Jackpot, and marketing solutions, draw-based games, scratch cards, and much more.
The product is built by a dedicated team of visionaries with over 20 years of experience. The games and the RNG are tested and compliant in several highly regulated jurisdictions worldwide. Besides, the company achieved and maintained ISO 27001 certification. 7777 gaming holds a gambling license in Bulgaria and Romania and an MGA Certificate to provide its online casino games to these markets.
7777 gaming is already partnering with the leading aggregators and platform providers in the igaming industry.
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