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BGC spokesperson Wes Himes shares insights on the gambling industry under the current national lockdown in exclusive interview with Online Bingo

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Wes Himes at the BGC praises the success of the measures ensuring gambling remains safe and responsible, throughout this lockdown and beyond.

  • Bingo comparison site Online Bingo releases exclusive interview with Wes Himes of the BGC
  • Himes speaks of the successes of the BGC regarding its safer gambling tools
  • He asserts that casino venues were safe for reopening during the tier system put in place late last year
  • The BCG will continue to work with the government to ensure that land-based venues can reopen when possible
  • Himes expresses confidence in the regulations venues have in place to protect players from over gambling during the pandemic

In a two part series, Hannah Timoney of Online Bingo interviewed Wes Himes, Executive Director of Standards and Innovation of the BGC, to discuss the successes of the BGC and its continued mission to raise awareness for gambling harm.

In the first of the two interviews, https://onlinebingo.co.uk/news/interview-with-wes-himes-bgc, Himes discussed the success of the BGC since its foundation, and how the aims of the standards body have changed since the effects of coronavirus and lockdown shook the industry.

He talked about the BGC’s “extraordinarily positive feedback” over the year and praised the BGC’s implementation of new safer gambling tools, such as the whistle-to-whistle ban and the ad-tech code which increased the sensitivity level for access to age-related products on social media. He also hints that “there will be a number of other measures coming out around bonuses”, though did not share what that could entail.

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The second interview focused on the national lockdowns. https://onlinebingo.co.uk/news/interview-with-wes-himes-part-2 Most notably, Himes spoke on the BGC’s call for land-based casinos to reopen during the tier system late last year, which he justified by insisting that casinos had “invested a tremendous amount of time and resources” into putting precautionary measures in place which were sufficient enough to mitigate infection risks.

He assures us these measures will continue if and when land-based venues are allowed to reopen, which he is eager to happen, saying “We are committed to continuing to explore with the government, as and when the time comes, what we can do to ensure that those premises can open.“

He went on to express confidence in the regulations venues have in place to protect players from over gambling, whether that behaviour is caused by the stresses of the pandemic or not. He says “these are the types of measures that we continue to raise standards on, these do help provide a very safe environment of play to the customers.”

Editor of Online Bingo, Max Wright, says “We’re thrilled to be able to speak to important members of the industry like Wes, and offer our readers some deeper context into issues like tackling problem gambling and improving legislation, which can sometimes be portrayed in an entirely negative light by the wider media.”

Online Bingo will continue to provide our audience of bingo and slots fans with informed insights from important gambling industry figureheads in order to shine a light on the decision making that affects gameplay and protects players from harm.

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Logifuture appoints Khoren Kalashyan to accelerate global rollout of flagship virtual products

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Leading iGaming products supplier Logifuture has appointed Khoren Kalashyan as Senior Business Development manager to drive growth in regulated markets.

Kalashyan brings a wealth of experience from commercial and product leadership roles across some of the industry’s most ambitious companies.

He joins Logifuture after almost six years at FeedConstruct, where he held multiple positions, including Business Development Executive and Official Brand Ambassador, helping scale the company’s reach across Europe and Asia through strategic partnerships and commercial activations.

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He also served as Head of Products at Sportify, where he was instrumental in launching tournaments such as the ITT Cup in Czech Republic and in Slovakia and the Badminton Infinity Cup, establishing Sportify as a competitive B2B content provider in underserved markets.

His tenure saw him align product innovation with operator needs, delivering high-margin, high-engagement formats.

Logifuture fuels the growth of some of the fastest-growing iGaming brands in emerging markets, including in Latin America, Eastern Europe and Africa, where it powers Bet9ja – Nigeria’s leading sportsbook.

At Logifuture, Kalashyan will focus on accelerating the global rollout of its flagship virtual sports products – Zoom Soccer and Simulate – which are redefining realism in virtual play through continuous 24/7 action and sophisticated RNG that mirrors real-world dynamics.

Kalashyan said: “Logifuture’s products are built lean, scale fast, and resonate with what modern players want.

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“In this space, milliseconds matter and we’re engineering for that advantage.”

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Hyperscale Data Subsidiary Bitnile.com Accepts $TRUMP Meme Coin in its Social Casino

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Hyperscale Data Inc, a diversified holding company, announced that the $TRUMP meme coin is now an accepted payment method on Bitnile.com, the sweepstakes-based social-casino platform operated by Bitnile.com Inc, an indirectly wholly owned subsidiary of Hyperscale Data.

Players can now use $TRUMP to purchase coin packages used to enter a wide range of casino-style social games on Bitnile.com, including slots, poker, and blackjack. Bitnile.com now accepts both the $NILE coin and the $TRUMP coin as payment methods and plans to roll out additional cryptocurrencies over the coming months.

Joe Spaziano, Chief Executive Officer of Bitnile.com, said: “We are happy to provide players an additional onboarding option and will continue to work on accepting additional cryptocurrencies throughout 2025. Our goal is to provide players with multiple options to play on Bitnile.com. On or about July 1, 2025, we will also accept $PEPE, marking three meme coins as an accepted payment method on Bitnile.com, with more expected to come this year.”

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Dr. Gloria Herndon Prepares Launch of Charitable Casino Platform in Kenya, with A License Secured

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Dr. Gloria Herndon—international economist, philanthropist, and long-standing advocate for underserved communities—is preparing to launch a charitable casino platform in Kenya, where a license has already been secured. The platform will be operated by Top Deck Entertainment, where Dr. Herndon serves as Chairman of the Board, and developed in partnership with Humanitarian Gaming International (HGI)/Electronic Gaming Solutions, Inc. (EGS)

This initiative marks the beginning of a new model for regulated casino gaming in Africa—one built to generate real, measurable community impact. A dedicated portion of net gaming profits will go directly to charitable local organizations, supporting causes such as youth development, healthcare, education, and economic empowerment.

“This isn’t just a business venture—it’s a reinvestment mechanism,” said Dr. Herndon. “We’re building something that generates revenue and returns it to the communities that need it most.”

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A Regulated Model Designed for Impact
While the charitable platform has not yet launched, all required licensing has been secured in Kenya. Once active, the platform will offer traditional casino gaming in a tightly regulated environment, designed with responsible gaming safeguards and operational transparency at its core.

A percentage of net profits will be directed to vetted local nonprofits. Humanitarian Gaming International (HGI)/ EGS will provide the content for the charitable platform, governance support, operational guidance, and oversight to ensure accountability and measurable results.

Profits Will Support These Key Areas:

  • Youth Empowerment – Mentorship, after-school programs, and creative opportunities
  • Scholarships & Education Grants – Tuition assistance and educational advancement
  • Entrepreneurship Support – Seed funding and mentorship for local startups
  • Women’s Economic Development – Business training and career support for women
  • Community Health Access – Mobile clinics and basic health services
  • Emergency Relief – Rapid-deployment funds for disasters and urgent needs
  • Job Creation – Employment tied directly to casino operations and outreach
  • Support for Orphans – Housing, education, and care for children without guardians
  • Aid for Survivors of Sexual Violence – Trauma-informed care and legal advocacy
  • Support for Elder Caregivers – Dignity-focused financial and wellness assistance

About Dr. Gloria Herndon
Dr. Gloria Herndon is a pioneering international economist and philanthropist with a six-decade career advancing equity, infrastructure, and economic development across Africa and beyond. She has led high-impact initiatives in finance, public health, and education, and currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Top Deck Entertainment. Her latest venture reflects her lifelong commitment to building systems that serve people first.

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