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Relax Gaming sets the bar with Casino Content Supplier at EGR Nordics Awards

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February 25, 2021

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Relax Gaming, the igaming aggregator and supplier of unique content has had its strong focus on localisation recognised, winning the Casino Content Supplier award at the EGR Nordics 2021 awards.

Awarded in recognition of the supplier’s outstanding contribution to the Nordic gaming industry, the aggregator and developer has been pioneering in its ability to offer a roster of 1500+ casino games and a diverse range of proprietary products, along with its ability to deliver high-quality partner content at unrivalled speed.

As such, growth for Relax has been rapid and it was this that particularly impressed the awards panel of judges. The company signed over 70 new commercial deals over the judging period, including Nordic leaders Svenska Spel.

Relax’s portfolio, including its own record-breaking proprietary content such as Money Train, Snake Arena and Money Train 2 has been strengthened and expanded by the content generated from its hand-picked third-party studios via its Silver Bullet and Powered By Relax programmes.

The judges were particularly impressed with Relax’s ability to offer studios a simplified route to market, as well as the company’s dedication to development in the Nordic markets, stating:

“The growth in numbers speaks well about Relax Gaming’s popularity both with operators and players. The business model supplies small and innovative studios with access to the big casinos to promote and nurture development and innovation in the Nordic markets.

“Moreover, focus on mobile as a distribution channel is in line with the current trends in the Nordic markets.”

Commenting on the award win, Simon Hammon, CPO at Relax Gaming sees the recognition as testament to the team’s ability to offer an unrivalled combination of cutting-edge content and unique distribution models. Adding:

“Relax Gaming has continued to demonstrate its ability to deliver high-quality games that stand out in today’s saturated market. The likes of Money Train 2 epitomises our talent in creating innovative content that differentiates.

“It isn’t just our games that have helped us achieve this win though, hand-picked slots from our rising star studios supply our Nordic partners with games that make an impact. We understand that entertainment needs to be unique and we have found that by using business simplicity and truly understanding our clients, the benefits and results are huge.

“We’re truly honoured by the recognition this award represents and the fact that it validates our firmly held belief in the way we do business. A huge thanks goes to all at Relax, as well as our highly valued partners.”

With a host of industry honours and accolades to celebrate in the last year alone, Relax has secured Casino Software Supplier at the 2020 EGR B2B Awards, Poker Supplier of the Year at The Gaming Intelligence Awards, as well as Slot Developer of the Year at December’s SBC Awards.

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Tony Bellew signs as PartyPoker brand ambassador through 2026

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7 hours ago

July 10, 2026

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Former WBC cruiserweight champion to appear at PartyPoker Tour UK stops and take part in online activations.

PartyPoker has appointed former WBC Cruiserweight World Champion Tony Bellew as a brand ambassador for the remainder of 2026, with appearances tied to the operator’s live PartyPoker Tour and online poker offering.

The company said Bellew will be “a regular face” at its remaining UK tour stops this season following an earlier appearance at the PartyPoker Tour Birmingham. Bellew will also take part in online activity linked to the PartyPoker schedule.

“I had such a great time at the PartyPoker Tour Birmingham. The atmosphere, the people and the passion for the game were incredible. I’m really excited to be joining the PartyPoker team for the rest of the year, getting involved at the live events, meeting players and seeing where the cards take me,” Bellew said.

PartyPoker said Bellew is scheduled to attend each remaining UK stop on the 2026 PartyPoker Tour: London in July, Glasgow in August, Cork in November, and London in December. The operator also referenced a series of exclusive online events running alongside the live calendar.

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Arizona regulator orders five operators to stop alleged illegal gambling activity

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July 10, 2026

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Cease-and-desist letters cite alleged felonies and underage access tied to BetOpenly, Bookmaker, Club WPT Online Poker, Kutt Inc., and Raffle Creator.

The Arizona Department of Gaming said it has issued cease-and-desist orders to five online platforms—BetOpenly, Bookmaker, Club WPT Online Poker, Kutt Inc., and Raffle Creator—after investigations that the Department says involved alleged illegal gambling activity and underage access in Arizona.

In its announcement, the Department said each enforcement action alleges conduct giving rise to three felonies under Arizona law: promotion of gambling, illegal control of an enterprise, and money laundering. The agency cited Arizona’s prohibition on gambling unless specifically authorized (Ariz. Rev. Stat. Tit. 13, Ch. 33) and said the legal gambling age in the state is 21.

“Arizona is taking decisive action against illegal gambling operators that put Arizonans at risk,” said Jackie Johnson, Department Director. “Our top priority is protecting Arizonans and I’m grateful for the efforts of our intelligence unit led by Chief Law Enforcement Officer Doug Jensen to do just that. Through these cease-and-desist orders we are putting operators on notice: their conduct runs contrary to Arizona law and they must stop promoting illegal gambling.”

The Department’s letters describe different alleged violations by operator. For BetOpenly, the Department said peer-to-peer gambling rules prohibit third-party benefit, and alleged the platform benefited via a commission structure while enabling event wagering and daily fantasy sports contests without the required state licenses, including availability to underage Arizonans. For Bookmaker, the Department said its investigation found wagering on horse racing, casino games, and sports betting without an event wagering license or an advanced deposit wagering provider license, adding that online casino games are not legal in Arizona.

For Club WPT Online Poker, the Department alleged the platform enabled individuals under 21 in Arizona to enter pay-to-play online poker tournaments for prizes while using deceptive “no purchase necessary” language; the Department said online poker is illegal in Arizona. For Kutt Inc., the Department said Arizona “social” gambling prohibits third-party benefit and directed the operator to stop allowing Arizona users to deposit money and wager on sports, politics, pop culture, and casino-style games. For Raffle Creator, the Department said the operator did not meet requirements that allow Arizona nonprofits to conduct lawful raffles and alleged it allowed people under 21 to purchase tickets for prize chances.

The Department said the notified entities are directed to immediately stop all gambling operations and activities in Arizona “whether through mobile applications, online, or otherwise,” and to cease any future illegal gambling in the state. It added that future actions may include criminal charges or civil action against entities, principals, and employees, and that operators “may be subject to a potential award of restitution” and forfeiture of monies acquired due to the alleged conduct.

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Former WBC World Champion Tony Bellew Joins PartyPoker as Brand Ambassador

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July 10, 2026

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Tony Bellew has officially joined the PartyPoker Brand Ambassador team for the remainder of 2026, strengthening the brand’s growing roster of ambassadors and reinforcing its commitment to bringing poker to a wider audience.

A former WBC Cruiserweight World Champion and one of Britain’s most recognisable sporting personalities, Bellew will play an active role across both PartyPoker’s live tour and online offering throughout the rest of the year.

Speaking about joining the team, Tony Bellew said: “I had such a great time at the PartyPoker Tour Birmingham. The atmosphere, the people and the passion for the game were incredible. I’m really excited to be joining the PartyPoker team for the rest of the year, getting involved at the live events, meeting players and seeing where the cards take me.”

His return follows a hugely successful appearance at the PartyPoker Tour Birmingham earlier this year, where he embraced the atmosphere, spent time with players and immersed himself in the event. After thoroughly enjoying the experience, Bellew will now become a regular face at the remaining UK stops on the PartyPoker Tour throughout the rest of the 2026 season.

As part of his ambassadorial role, Bellew will attend every remaining UK stop PartyPoker Tour in 2026:

London – July
Glasgow – August
Cork – November
London – December

With four live festival stops and a series of exclusive online events still to come, players will have plenty of opportunities to meet Bellew at the tables throughout the remainder of the 2026 PartyPoker calendar. Look out for opportunities to take him on online, and at the PartyPoker Tour in Glasgow, Cork and London.

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