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WEEKLY SPOTLIGHT: WILD MULTIPLIERS, WILD REELS AND AN EXPANSION TO THE VIP LIVE CASINO OFFERING

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Welcome to the first Pragmatic Play Weekly Spotlight, which takes a look at what’s been released in the past week. Bigger is better with last week’s launches, from the growing wild reels in Piggy Bankers™ to an expansion of our VIP Blackjack tables and magnificent multipliers in our Titan-sized release Forge of Olympus™.

 

Piggy Bankers™

Get ready for Pig Wins in our porcine new hit. Landing a stack of Wilds in this sequel will award a walking Wild reel that collects instant cash prizes situated at the top of the game board. This Wild reel can also award the free spins round where every spin with a Wild reel provides a respin and the chance to collect more prizes.

Forge Of Olympus™ 

Tumbling wins underpin this Titan-sized release. Pay anywhere mechanics require eight or more matched symbols to award a win and trigger a tumble of new symbols to fall onto the gameboard. Multipliers containing up to 100x boost winning potential, in the bonus every hammer multiplier gathered increases the value of all subsequent multipliers.

Speed Blackjack

With the addition of seven new luxurious Emerald Tables, there are even more seats and an even wider variety of betting limits available to Speed Blackjack players. Keeping to the traditional rules of Blackjack, the faster gameplay on offer in this popular variant brings new opportunities for more experienced players. The addition of auto-decisions, deal now, honest decisions and simultaneous decisions allow players to enjoy the familiar gameplay at much higher speeds.

Turkish-language Blackjack Tables

Operators can now take advantage of an expanded Live Casino Blackjack offering catering to Turkish-speaking players. VIP Blackjack, Speed Blackjack and the classic Blackjack game now feature localised table elements and are presented in stunning 4k by our best-in class native-speaking dealers. One of the top 20 most spoken languages in the world, players can now enjoy the classic gameplay offered by Blackjack in an additional language.

VIP Blackjack Tables

Four new VIP Blackjack tables have been launched, combining standout features from our live studio with a deluxe feel. The VIP tables can host three unique players at the same time, giving an intimate, exclusive experience, while extended betting and decision times offer a comforting atmosphere for unforgettable live gameplay.

Irina Cornides, Chief Operating Officer at Pragmatic Play, said: “Each week we deliver entertaining gameplay experiences across multiple verticals, with our very first Weekly Spotlight exemplifying the array of content both players and operators alike have come to expect from Pragmatic Play.

Whether it is the walking Wild feature in Piggy Bankers™, the buildup of multipliers offered in Forge of Olympus™ or the new additions to our Live Casino Blackjack offering. Pragmatic Play continues to deliver a dynamic and varied portfolio, filled with continual updates to keep gameplay exciting for players every time.”

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GGPoker Brings Back WSOP Super Circuit with Record $180M Guarantee

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GGPoker, the world’s largest online poker platform, is set to host the highly anticipated 2026 WSOP Super Circuit online tournament series, running from March 1 to March 31.

This year’s edition features an unprecedented $180 million in guaranteed prizes, solidifying GGPoker’s reputation as the premier global poker destination.

Players will compete across 18 WSOP Gold Ring events, offering the chance to win one of poker’s most prestigious trophies and significant cash prizes.

Key Events & Highlights:

  • #5: $525 Mystery Millions [Final Stage] – March 9, $525 buy-in, $10M GTD ($1M Top Bounty)
  • #13: WSOP Super Circuit MAIN EVENT [Day 2] – March 23, $1,700 buy-in, $15M GTD
  • #18: GGMillion$ High Roller [Day 2] – March 30, $10K buy-in, $10M GTD

Exclusive Champion Perks
Winners of all 18 Gold Ring events receive:

  • A $5K WSOP Paradise package
  • Recognition on the official WSOP Rankings leaderboard

$3 Million in Free Ticket Drops
Participants in any WSOP Super Circuit event can win WSOP Express tickets, $5K Ring Passes, or $10K Bracelet Passes. Tickets will be awarded randomly throughout the series, totaling $3 million in free prizes.

Live Coverage
Final tables for the Main Event (#13) and High Roller (#18) will be streamed live on GGPoker.TV and YouTube, hosted by Jeff Gross, with commentary by Daniel Negreanu for the High Roller.

Player and Ambassador Excitement
Daniel Negreanu said: “The 2026 WSOP Super Circuit at GGPoker is absolutely massive. With $180M in total guarantees, including $15M Main Event and $10M Mystery Millions, it’s the perfect time to compete for record-breaking prizes.”

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PopOK Gaming Unveils Macaco Millionario Dual-Grid Slot

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PopOK Gaming has launched Macaco Millionario, a vibrant online slot inspired by Chinese symbolism and designed with an innovative double-grid bonus feature.

Rich red and gold visuals, lucky symbols, and a playful Macaco character combine to deliver a visually engaging and rewarding gaming experience.

The game features a 5×3 layout with 30 fixed paylines and two types of Wilds, including Double Wilds that count as two symbols for higher winning potential. The Double Fortune Free Spins round introduces an extra 5×3 reel set, allowing players to spin two grids simultaneously. Wins across both grids trigger multipliers up to x20, and retriggers extend the bonus for bigger payouts.

With a maximum multiplier of x1,732, Macaco Millionario delivers exciting bonus features, including Free Spins, Double Free Spins, Double Win Multipliers, Extra Spins, and a jackpot option. The game offers an RTP of 96.56% and supports bets from EUR 0.02 to EUR 100, fully optimized for web and mobile play. Multi-language support includes English, Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese, and Hindi.

“Macaco Millionario blends cultural familiarity with a unique bonus structure that delivers thrilling moments in every spin,” said Tsovinar Elchyan, Head of Partnerships at PopOK Gaming. “The double-grid feature sets it apart from traditional slots, offering operators and players something truly innovative.”

The slot is now live and available for integration across all platforms supporting PopOK Gaming content. Operators interested in adding Macaco Millionario to their portfolios can contact PopOK Gaming directly.

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Scientific Games Appoints Rich Wasserman as Senior Vice President of Product Engineering

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Scientific Games has appointed Rich Wasserman as Senior Vice President of Product Engineering, reinforcing its commitment to advancing lottery systems technology and digital innovation.

Based in Atlanta, the global lottery provider continues to expand its technology leadership as one of the fastest-growing suppliers of retail and digital lottery solutions worldwide.

Leadership Experience from Amazon, Facebook and Stitch Fix

Wasserman brings more than 20 years of experience leading engineering, data science and product teams across high-performance technology platforms.

He previously held senior leadership roles at:

  • Amazon
  • Facebook
  • Stitch Fix

At Stitch Fix, he served as Vice President of Engineering and Data Science, leading automation, AI-driven systems and platform optimization initiatives. Wasserman holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and a Computer Science degree from the University at Buffalo.

Driving Innovation Across Global Lottery Platforms

In his new role, Wasserman will oversee Product Engineering across Scientific Games’ global portfolio serving more than 150 government-regulated lotteries. His responsibilities include advancing:

  • Retail lottery systems
  • Digital lottery platforms
  • Hardware and software innovation
  • Data analytics and AI capabilities
  • Consumer engagement technologies

CEO Pat McHugh stated that Wasserman’s experience scaling AI-powered platforms at world-class technology firms will help accelerate innovation and deliver next-generation lottery solutions focused on sustainable growth.

Strengthening Lottery Technology Leadership

Scientific Games continues to invest in technology, analytics and digital transformation to enhance consumer experiences across retail and online lottery channels. The appointment underscores the company’s strategy to integrate advanced analytics and machine learning into its global lottery ecosystem.

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