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Galaxy Gaming Welcomes Michael Ratner as Executive Vice President of Product

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Galaxy Gaming has announced the appointment of Michael Ratner as the company’s new Executive Vice President of Product. With an illustrious career spanning over three decades, Ratner brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the executive team.

Born and raised in South Africa, Ratner began his gaming career with Sun International, where he held various technical and managerial roles. After establishing himself in gaming, he moved to the US, where he continued to advance in casino operations, undertaking diverse managerial positions. Ratner developed significant skills in Product Management, focusing on games and casino management systems. His Product Management career includes experience with Atronic, Paltronics, Bally Technologies, Konami, and, most recently, IGT.

The appointment of Ratner represents a significant strengthening for Galaxy Gaming, as the Company looks to leverage its existing portfolio of games and systems to drive the table games industry forward. With a proven track record of success, Ratner is expected to play a pivotal role in developing the next generation industry-leading table games technology.

“We are thrilled to welcome Michael as the latest casino gaming expert to join the Galaxy Gaming team. His experience, leadership, and disciplined approach to Product Management will undoubtedly contribute to our continued growth and success in the gaming industry as we double-down on the products in our library and those in our development pipeline,” Matt Reback, President and CEO of Galaxy Gaming, said.

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“I am honored and excited to join Galaxy Gaming at this pivotal moment. The Company’s leading position in the gaming industry and commitment to innovation represent a tremendous opportunity. I look forward to contributing my experience to drive the evolution of casino table games and technology, ensuring Galaxy Gaming remains at the forefront of industry excellence,” Ratner said.

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Hasbro Strikes New Multi-Year Casino Licensing Partnerships

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Hasbro, a leading games, IP, and toy company, announced a new slate of multi-year licensing partnerships aimed at transforming and expanding its most popular brands across the casino category. After a comprehensive review and market evaluation, Hasbro has selected Aristocrat Technologies, Evolution, Galaxy Gaming, and Bally’s as its newest partners in casino licensing. The new partners join existing licensee Sciplay.

The announcement underscores Hasbro’s “Playing to Win” strategy, revealed in February 2025, which focuses on innovation, partnerships, and bringing beloved brands to life across more formats than ever.

“We’re all about play—and that means meeting our fans wherever they are, from the game table to the casino floor. These visionary new partners have the expertise and imagination to reimagine our brands in bold, exciting ways for adult audiences,” said Claire Hunter Gregson, Director of Gaming Relationships.

Hasbro has a nearly 30-year history of licensing its age-appropriate IP to the gambling sector. With this new lineup of partners, the company is expanding access to entertainment experiences that reimagine its brands for a growing base of adult fans and gamers.

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Following is the list of partners:

• Aristocrat Technologies – B2B manufacturer land-based slot machines (MONOPOLY)

• Evolution – B2B developer for online slots and live casino (MONOPOLY, Hasbro Games)

• Galaxy Gaming – B2B developer and manufacturer for casino table games (MONOPOLY, YAHTZEE, BATTLESHIP)

• Bally’s – B2C Online casino operator (MONOPOLY)

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With new titles launching in January 2026, adult fans will see some of Hasbro’s beloved brands integrated into new and existing casino formats, including land-based gaming slots, online gaming slots, casino table games, and online casinos.

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Galaxy Gaming® and IGT PlayDigital Announce Five-Year Licensing Agreement for Table Game Content

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Galaxy Gaming, Inc. announced a licensing arrangement with leading North American global iGaming content and services supplier IGT PlayDigital™. IGT PlayDigital will license Galaxy’s premium table game content for IGT PlayDigital’s online content portfolio under a five-year agreement.

“I’m delighted to bring Galaxy games back to our valued partners at IGT,” said Jason McCulloch, Vice President of iGaming at Galaxy Gaming. “Our products complement each other strategically and given the impressive performance of IGT PlayDigital’s table games, I’m confident that Galaxy Gaming titles will drive further growth and success for both companies.

Under the agreement Galaxy’s popular online brands, including 21+3®, Perfect Pairs®, Buster Blackjack®, Lucky Lucky®, Lucky Ladies® and Caribbean Stud® — will continue to strengthen IGT PlayDigital’s already high-performing online table games portfolio.

“IGT PlayDigital is pleased to enhance our market-leading iGaming content portfolio with popular online table games from Galaxy Gaming,” said Gil Rotem, IGT PlayDigital President. “As evidenced by IGT PlayDigital’s high performing ‘IGT Blackjack’ game, players around the world readily enjoy table games on their PCs and mobile devices and we believe this content expansion will help our customers engage players and differentiate their offerings.”

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Galaxy Gaming Stockholders Approve Acquisition by Evolution

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Galaxy Gaming Inc., the world’s largest independent developer and distributor of casino table games and technology announced, at a special meeting of its stockholders held on November 12, 2024 (the Special Meeting), Galaxy Gaming stockholders voted to approve the Company’s acquisition by Evolution Malta Holding Limited (Evolution), Evolution AB (publ)’s wholly owned subsidiary.

Galaxy Gaming will file a Form 8-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission reporting the final voting results of the Special Meeting.

The transaction is expected to close mid-2025 and is subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of regulatory approvals. Upon completion of the transaction, Galaxy Gaming will become a privately held company and shares of Galaxy Gaming common stock will no longer be listed on any public market.

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