Playson will launch BLASTS & RACES, a new global network promotion with a €25,000,000 prize pool, on July 1, 2026. The campaign is scheduled to run for 12 months until June 30, 2027.

The promotion replaces the supplier’s Non-Stop Drops & Races initiative and increases the total prize pool from €10,000,000 in the previous edition, according to the company. Playson said its last global campaign drove record participation from operators and players, but did not disclose operator counts, player numbers, or performance metrics.

Playson is also renaming several campaign components. Cash Blast becomes Power Blast, Tournaments will be called Grand Race, and Short Races will be rebranded as Turbo Races. The company said the underlying mechanics and integrations remain the same.

Waldemar Antypov, Product Owner at Playson, said: “We are incredibly excited to introduce BLASTS & RACES, the next chapter in the evolution of our flagship global promotion.

“Previous editions have delivered outstanding results for both operators and players, and this year we are raising the bar once again with our biggest prize pool to date. BLASTS & RACES reflects our ambition to create engaging experiences at scale, and we look forward to sharing more details when the campaign officially launches on July 1st.”

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Wazdan has gone live on YoBingo.pt in Portugal, launching a selection of its slot titles through Light & Wonder’s aggregation platform.

The initial drop includes 10 games: 9 Lions, 25 Coins, 36 Coins, Magic Spins, 12 Coins Grand Platinum Edition, Hot Slot: 777 Cash Out Grand Platinum Edition, Mighty Wild: Panther Grand Gold Edition, 30 Coins Grand Gold Edition, Moon of Fortune, and Sizzling Eggs Grand Platinum Edition.

YoBingo.pt is licensed in Portugal and has recently entered the market. The operator said it is building out its casino content with partners that can support a scalable launch strategy.

Magdalena Wojdyla, Head of Account Management at Wazdan, said: “The launch on YoBingo.pt represents an important step for us in Portugal, particularly as the brand begins its journey in the market.

“Starting with a strong selection of proven titles allows us to support a stable rollout and respond to local demand for feature-driven content. Partnering via Light & Wonder ensured a smooth integration, and we look forward to expanding this collaboration in the months ahead.”

Elisabete Lourenço, Portugal Country Manager at Rank International, added: “Wazdan’s portfolio brings an exciting, high-quality addition to our YoBingo.pt offering. Portuguese players value engaging mechanics and polished gameplay, and Wazdan’s titles deliver exactly that.

“This launch supports our commitment to elevating the entertainment experience for our customers, and we are delighted to welcome Wazdan on board.”

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R. Franco Digital has launched Crash Raiders, a new crash-style game that uses a grid format instead of traditional reels and paylines.

In Crash Raiders, players move across a grid to uncover prizes while avoiding traps that end the run. Each successful step increases the prize pot, and players can choose to cash out at any point or continue for a higher return.

The game includes four modes. Normal Mode lets players customise grid size, prizes and traps. Turbo Mode uses pre-selected routes for faster play, while Mystery and Mystery Turbo Modes apply full randomness to routes and outcomes.

Crash Raiders also adds an Extra Life mechanic that allows a player to revive once per game after hitting a trap, keeping accumulated winnings in play.

Javier Sacristán Franco, International Business Director at R. Franco Digital, said: “With Crash Raiders, we set out to create a highly engaging hybrid experience that blends strategy with high volatility gameplay. By giving players control over risk and path selection, we deliver a dynamic format that captures the excitement of every decision.”

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