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German Media Body Vaunet Calls for Advertising Regulatory Rethink

Vaunet, the association of private media businesses in Germany, has called on state lawmakers to remove advertising restrictions set to impact broadcasters in the new gambling regulatory framework currently under discussion.
It believes the restrictions, such as daily periods where advertising is not permitted and the wording of certain elements of the draft document contravene the core goal of channeling players to legal offerings.
âAdvertising underpins private broadcastersâ businesses, and acts as an instrument to steer players towards legal offerings in the gaming market, a key regulatory goal of the federal states,â Matthias Kirschenhofer, chair of Vaunetâs internal betting working group, said.
Kirschenhofer said the new regulations, in theory, should allow broadcasters to tap into new revenue streams, at a time when ad spend from other sources was stagnating, though the planned advertising restrictions could effectively shut this off.
â[The advertising controls] will ultimately prevent investments in attractive content. We therefore appeal to the federal states to make further improvements here,â he added.
Vaunet took issue with the provisions that prohibit the advertising of online slots, casino and poker between 6 AM and 9 PM on radio and television, as well as the whistle to whistle ban on sportsbook advertising.
These would put broadcasters – already facing a stagnating advertising market – at a significant disadvantage to other media and advertising channels, where no such limitation applies, it claimed. If such a prohibition is to be maintained, Vaunet argued, internet portals should be subject to the same controls.
âRadio and television stations are fully aware of their responsibilities under the Interstate Broadcasting Treaty. Especially in a regulated broadcasting environment, the promotion of regulated gambling should not be prohibited,â Vaunet said.
This tenet was unclear, it added, as it did not confirm whether sportsbook operators would be prevented from advertising its online casino products during times where betting promotions were not allowed.
The prohibition of any connection between sports betting advertising and the publication of live scores for sporting events amounted to an effective sportsbook advertising ban on all media portals, it added.
Vaunet concluded that the regulations in their current form would not be effective in guiding gamblers to regulated offerings.
âIn order for legal providers to prevail against illegal sites, they must be able to provide competitive offers and advertise them adequately,â Vaunet said.
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Relax Gaming celebrates twenty-one Mega Jackpot winners as Hungarian player hits Dream Drop prize

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Relax Gaming, the iGaming aggregator and supplier of unique content, has announced its 21st Dream Drop Mega Jackpot winner after a Hungarian player landed a cool âŹ2.9 million prize from a âŹ0.30 spin.
The incredible win occurred at Vegas.hu, the first legally operating online casino in Hungary. The jackpot was hit playing Money Train Origins Dream Drop, a high-octane release that blends the gritty aesthetic of the original Money Train with the legendary Dream Drop jackpot.
Released in June 2023, Money Train Origins Dream Drop is part of Relax Gamingâs growing portfolio of jackpot titles. With engaging features and the proven popularity of the Money Train franchise, the title has delivered on every front, offering a compelling experience for both new and returning players.
This latest win marks the 21st time the top prize has been triggered since the jackpot launched, reaffirming Relax Gamingâs position as a leader in jackpot innovation. It also comes hot on the heels of the supplierâs recent upgrade to the product, with fast-paced Daily Jackpots added to the Dream Drop network earlier this month.
Martin StĂ„lros, CEO of Relax Gaming, said: âThis latest Mega Jackpot hit is another brilliant moment for Relax Gaming and for one very lucky player.
âWeâre especially pleased to see the jackpot drop at Vegas.hu, a key partner and a trailblazer in regulated online gaming in Hungary. With the addition of Daily Jackpots to our network, Dream Drop continues to lead the way in offering the most exciting jackpot experience in the industry.â
Laszlo Siba, Online Casino Director at Vegas.hu, added: âWe are absolutely thrilled to have hosted Hungaryâs first Dream Drop Mega Jackpot win here at Vegas.hu. Delivering standout moments like this is exactly what we strive for. Long may Relax Gamingâs innovative content continue to engage and excite our players, especially the Dream Drop series!â
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HIGHLIGHT GAMES LIVE ONLINE WITH FORTUNA

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London-based video virtuals and instant win games specialist Highlight Games Limited today announces that its flagship products are now live online in Poland with the Fortuna Entertainment Group.
Highlightâs flagship soccer products which feature genuine archive footage from some of the biggest leagues and teams in football are now available to Fortunaâs online customers. Iterations of the product include Italian Football featuring Serie A, Spanish Football featuring LaLiga and English Football featuring English Premier League teams. Additional content featuring ATP Tennis, MotoGP and other premier associations will be launched in the near future.
Steven Holmes, CEO, Highlight Games said: âIâm delighted to announce that Highlight Gamesâ premium video virtuals are now live online in Poland with our valued partners at Fortuna.  Itâs always an exciting time as we introduce our award-winning products to new customers, and we look forward to bringing additional content to Fortunaâs channels in the future.â
Erik Klems, Group RNG Product Manager, Fortuna Entertainment Group added: âHighlight Gamesâ exclusive soccer games featuring archive video footage are an incredibly exciting addition to our virtual sports offering and we canât wait for our online customers to enjoy them.  Highlight Gamesâ reputation as an innovator in the virtual sports market is undeniable, and weâre delighted to be working with them to bring their content to Poland.â
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EGT will be a gold sponsor of Casino Operations Summit 2025

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Euro Games Technology will partner with the Casino Operations Summit for another year in a row. The Bulgarian gaming equipment manufacturer will be a gold sponsor of this yearâs event, taking place from May 13 to 15 in Nova Gorica, Slovenia.
The conference is tailored to European multi-channel casino operators and will traditionally bring together keynote speakers who will elaborate on the latest topics in the industry. This yearâs main themes will focus on how land-based casinos can successfully address the challenges of the modern world, remaininng relevant and attractive to players, and navigate the ever-growing importance of Casino Online Systems and Casino Management Systems.
In addition, attendees will be able to enjoy a selection of EGTâs newest high-potential products. Among the highlights will be the S 32-32 ST cabinet, which is part of the latest Supreme slot series. Following the contemporary design trends with its 2 high-resolution 32-inch UHD 4K monitors and a frameless UHD 4K display, this model will offer visitors an engaging gaming experience thanks to its numerous ergonomic features. It will also present the Supreme Red Selection and Supreme Bonus Prize Bonus Buy Selection multigames. The mixes offer a rich variety of well-known and brand-new slot titles from the companyâs portfolio, allowing everyone to find their preferred type of game.
The slot display will be complemented by the jackpot top performer Bell Link with the multigame Bell Link 2, Bell Link Boost, as well as the popular cabinet G 50 J2 ST.
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