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John Wright and Darrell Helyar Appointed to Board of Trustees of BetBlocker

BetBlocker is pleased to announce 2 additions to the team for the Board of Trustees for John Wright and Darrell Helyar. Both have been early supporters of BetBlocker and volunteer their time to help get more awareness for the app.
Awareness of BetBlocker’s work has been growing over the last two years. The charity has been featured at numerous responsible gambling segments at conferences and won a number of awards. The founder, Duncan Garvie, is a regular speaker at iGaming industry events helping to educate the industry about responsible gambling issues.
John Wright had the following response: “I am honoured to be considered for the Board of Trustees for BetBlocker. I’ve been the #1 supporter of the app since day 1 and I’ve always wanted to give something back to help players. It is my belief that more people should get involved in the responsible gambling side of the industry. I hope that my participation in responsible gambling encourages others to get involved and especially to encourage more affiliates to list RG resources on their sites. If the industry knows how to help players, then everyone benefits.”
Duncan Garvie offered the following comment: “John Wright has been foundational in the BetBlocker project. He was the person that challenged me to create a free, anonymous to use blocking software. Over the years he’s supported the charity with time, expertise, innovative ideas (a major upcoming feature was John’s brainchild) and design work. While not many know it, he’s played a significant role in the success of BetBlocker.
“Darrell Helyar has been equally significant. Darrell’s business acumen and knowledge of structuring a complex organisation in a challenging sector has been invaluable to BetBlocker. His empathetic approach to people management has provided sound strategic advice that has allowed BetBlocker to build a positive and hungry team that is up to the challenge of tackling the issue of gambling harm reduction.
“The expansion of our Board of Trustees to include these talented and knowledgeable individuals is a big win for BetBlocker.”
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Soft2Bet Launches Swiper – Sweden’s First Social-Media-Style Casino

Soft2Bet has launched Swiper, Sweden’s first online casino built around the swipe-driven navigation popularised by social media apps. Specifically designed for mobile users, Swiper enables players to effortlessly discover, select, and play games using just their thumb. Operating under a licence from the Swedish Gambling Authority, Swiper offers players a secure, responsible, and fully compliant gaming environment.
Soft2Bet, a leading turnkey provider of highly localised and engagement-driven iGaming solutions, has introduced Swiper, a new brand explicitly developed with Swedish players in mind. Many elements of Swiper have been carefully localised, including onboarding, payment methods, and game certification, to ensure they resonate fully with Swedish preferences and comply seamlessly with Spelinspektionen standards. By integrating BankID verification and instant transactions via Swish, players can quickly register, deposit, and withdraw, while remaining securely connected to Spelpaus, Sweden’s national self-exclusion system.
At the heart of Swiper is a personalised, endless feed of short-form video clips highlighting new releases, jackpots, and live-dealer action, similar to browsing stories on TikTok. Every swipe is enhanced by Soft2Bet’s proprietary MEGA (Motivational Engineering Gaming Application) engine, which delivers tailored missions, quests, and rewards designed to increase player engagement, session duration, and lifetime value.
Here’s a video showing how the Swiper works: https://youtu.be/_a3DvwX60bc
This launch builds on Soft2Bet’s proven success with localised brands, such as Betinia and CampoBet, and its recent partnerships, which have created dedicated local divisions and leagues. With Swiper, Soft2Bet takes localisation even further by introducing SEK wallets, dedicated Swedish-speaking dealers, and fully customised mobile apps, demonstrating a clear commitment to adapting each brand to local culture, regulatory standards, and player preferences.
Yoel Zuckerberg, Chief Product Officer at Soft2Bet, commented: “A great customer experience starts with cultural relevance. Swiper looks, feels and functions exactly like a Swedish app, because we’ve intentionally built it around Swedish user habits, from BankID logins and Swish payments to RNG certifications aligned with existing standards. Players can expect endless social-style content that feels completely authentic to their local experience.”
Swiper introduces several key features tailored specifically to Swedish players:
- One-handed swipe navigation for rapid game discovery
- Over 85,000 live and 70,000 pre-match sports betting events covering diverse sports markets with competitive odds
- Localised promotions tied directly to Swedish events and holidays
- The design is adapted to local player preferences and cultural context
In 2025, Soft2Bet successfully launched multiple brands and deployed several innovative MEGA engines across Europe, significantly redefining the local player experience. The Swiper launch further demonstrates Soft2Bet’s capability in converting its advanced B2B technology into engaging, highly localised, market-leading B2C products across 11 regulated markets.
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Proper Loud and Galactic Announce Groundbreaking Global Partnership to Launch the World’s First Socially-Driven Prediction Market Platform

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SEE BEYOND THE FANTASY: ZITRO TEASES BIG REVEAL AT G2E LAS VEGAS 2025

Zitro is gearing up for a milestone appearance at this year’s Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas, promising an experience filled with new content, innovation, and a highly anticipated product debut. Located in a premium new space on Fremont Street, Zitro’s booth will be 120% larger than last year, marking the company’s most significant investment at G2E to date. Zitro’s expanded presence underscores its unstoppable growth and commitment to the U.S. market.
Building on this momentum, a “new unveiling” will take place exclusively at the show—an experience crafted to awaken the senses. While details remain under wraps, this launch marks a significant step forward in the company’s product roadmap, and interest in this addition is already growing, making Zitro’s presence a must-see at G2E 2025.
In addition to this exciting reveal, attendees will experience an impressive showcase of new game titles for Zitro’s proven performer cabinet, CONCEPT. Featured games include fan favorites like Legendary Sword and King Fu Frog, and exciting additions such as River Gold, Tied Up! Coins, Goddess Saga, and Ancient Link. Also debuting are thrilling new adventures with Haunted Fortune, Octo Gold, Rainbow Birds, and Spin Fu, among others—all part of a new wave of content designed to deliver diverse gameplay experiences and drive performance on casino floors.
“We’re excited to return to G2E with a dramatically expanded presence, an unmatched lineup of new titles, and a groundbreaking product that we can’t wait to unveil,” said Derik Mooberry, CEO of Zitro USA. “Our growth in the U.S. is accelerating, and this year’s G2E is the perfect stage to show just how far we’ve come. Our expanded footprint reflects the strength of our portfolio and the trust our partners place in us. We look forward to welcoming visitors to see beyond the fantasy at our new booth and sharing the next chapter of Zitro’s story.”
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