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Alpha Affiliates gives back to over 15,000 partners following success in its 11th anniversary

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2 years ago

October 6, 2023

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Alpha Affiliates, the industry-leading affiliate marketing company, celebrates its 11th anniversary, announcing significant milestone achievements in 2023. The company’s dedication to providing outstanding affiliate services for the iGaming community has resulted in remarkable growth and recognition on both a national and international scale, achieving over 15,000 partners across more than 50 countries, and over 2,000,000 players worldwide.

2023 was a year of expansion for Alpha Affiliates, with the company witnessing an 20% upsurge in new partners this year. The company expanded its affiliate community, establishing connections with new, high-performing webmasters while also strengthening relationships with existing partners. These relationships have been key to their recent growth, allowing for a wide-spanning reach in over 50 countries worldwide and strengthening Alpha Affiliates’ position in global markets.

The impressive growth comes as a result of Alpha Affiliates’ newly introduced, and enhanced, product portfolio consisting of new iGaming brands, including Spinch, Rakoo, and Casino Infinity, and revamped existing products, to cater to diverse player preferences across online casinos and sports betting platforms. All of these products will be displayed at SiGMA Malta in November, where Alpha Affiliates will be in attendance, allowing attendees to meet the team and discover the company’s second-to-none approach to affiliate marketing.

Innovation remains a priority focus in 2023. Alpha Affiliates has continued to invest in cutting-edge technologies and analytical tools to provide affiliates with comprehensive data insights, drive traffic, and conversions with innovative marketing strategies. Its goal is to ensure maximum ROI through Alpha Affiliates’ data-driven approach to optimize user acquisition, all while complying to iGaming regulations across countries. The company’s efforts in this sector have been recognised by Affpapa who have awarded the title of “Affiliate Network of the Year”.

As part of Alpha Affiliate’s celebration of recent achievements, the company held its 13th anniversary “Alpha Party” in Cyprus last month where partners enjoyed a wonderful evening. Now, the company is going a step further, giving back to their community with the launch of its exciting “Affiliate Race” – a raffle offering top-performing partners a chance to compete for prizes and a spot in the coveted Alpha Affiliates Hall of Fame. With over €200,000 up for grabs, and Alpha-branded rings (inspired by the legendary NBA championship rings) which grant access to exclusive events, the race is set to be Alpha Affiliates’ biggest and most competitive promotion yet.

In the past year, Alpha Affiliates has welcomed sustained and successful growth, having appointed Irina Makarova as new Chief Marketing Officer, Vladimir Pisanko as Head of PSP, and Nikita Tsarenko as Head of Analytics, who will take part in ensuring consistent success for the company. In the coming year, Alpha Affiliates plans to strengthen its global reach and partner network, expanding into LATAM markets with WinToro, Alpha Affiliate’s new Sportsbook offer, and helping affiliates achieve their growth and revenue potential with an increasing product portfolio.

Boris Pashnev, Head of Affiliates, comments, “We’re extremely proud and humbled to have achieved all that we have in the past year. This success is evidence of our hard work in our industry, allowing us to achieve a very successful year with incredible growth, welcoming new Alpha Affiliates members.

We will continue to provide the best affiliate service for our partners while ensuring we are continuously growing and developing to better service the industry and celebrate more milestones ahead.”

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GGPoker Brings Back WSOP Super Circuit with Record $180M Guarantee

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2 hours ago

February 24, 2026

Wladimir P.

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GGPoker, the world’s largest online poker platform, is set to host the highly anticipated 2026 WSOP Super Circuit online tournament series, running from March 1 to March 31.

This year’s edition features an unprecedented $180 million in guaranteed prizes, solidifying GGPoker’s reputation as the premier global poker destination.

Players will compete across 18 WSOP Gold Ring events, offering the chance to win one of poker’s most prestigious trophies and significant cash prizes.

Key Events & Highlights:

#5: $525 Mystery Millions [Final Stage] – March 9, $525 buy-in, $10M GTD ($1M Top Bounty)
#13: WSOP Super Circuit MAIN EVENT [Day 2] – March 23, $1,700 buy-in, $15M GTD
#18: GGMillion$ High Roller [Day 2] – March 30, $10K buy-in, $10M GTD

Exclusive Champion Perks
Winners of all 18 Gold Ring events receive:

A $5K WSOP Paradise package
Recognition on the official WSOP Rankings leaderboard

$3 Million in Free Ticket Drops
Participants in any WSOP Super Circuit event can win WSOP Express tickets, $5K Ring Passes, or $10K Bracelet Passes. Tickets will be awarded randomly throughout the series, totaling $3 million in free prizes.

Live Coverage
Final tables for the Main Event (#13) and High Roller (#18) will be streamed live on GGPoker.TV and YouTube, hosted by Jeff Gross, with commentary by Daniel Negreanu for the High Roller.

Player and Ambassador Excitement
Daniel Negreanu said: “The 2026 WSOP Super Circuit at GGPoker is absolutely massive. With $180M in total guarantees, including $15M Main Event and $10M Mystery Millions, it’s the perfect time to compete for record-breaking prizes.”

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PopOK Gaming Unveils Macaco Millionario Dual-Grid Slot

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3 hours ago

February 24, 2026

Wladimir P.

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PopOK Gaming has launched Macaco Millionario, a vibrant online slot inspired by Chinese symbolism and designed with an innovative double-grid bonus feature.

Rich red and gold visuals, lucky symbols, and a playful Macaco character combine to deliver a visually engaging and rewarding gaming experience.

The game features a 5×3 layout with 30 fixed paylines and two types of Wilds, including Double Wilds that count as two symbols for higher winning potential. The Double Fortune Free Spins round introduces an extra 5×3 reel set, allowing players to spin two grids simultaneously. Wins across both grids trigger multipliers up to x20, and retriggers extend the bonus for bigger payouts.

With a maximum multiplier of x1,732, Macaco Millionario delivers exciting bonus features, including Free Spins, Double Free Spins, Double Win Multipliers, Extra Spins, and a jackpot option. The game offers an RTP of 96.56% and supports bets from EUR 0.02 to EUR 100, fully optimized for web and mobile play. Multi-language support includes English, Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese, and Hindi.

“Macaco Millionario blends cultural familiarity with a unique bonus structure that delivers thrilling moments in every spin,” said Tsovinar Elchyan, Head of Partnerships at PopOK Gaming. “The double-grid feature sets it apart from traditional slots, offering operators and players something truly innovative.”

The slot is now live and available for integration across all platforms supporting PopOK Gaming content. Operators interested in adding Macaco Millionario to their portfolios can contact PopOK Gaming directly.

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Scientific Games Appoints Rich Wasserman as Senior Vice President of Product Engineering

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3 hours ago

February 24, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Scientific Games has appointed Rich Wasserman as Senior Vice President of Product Engineering, reinforcing its commitment to advancing lottery systems technology and digital innovation.

Based in Atlanta, the global lottery provider continues to expand its technology leadership as one of the fastest-growing suppliers of retail and digital lottery solutions worldwide.

Leadership Experience from Amazon, Facebook and Stitch Fix

Wasserman brings more than 20 years of experience leading engineering, data science and product teams across high-performance technology platforms.

He previously held senior leadership roles at:

Amazon
Facebook
Stitch Fix

At Stitch Fix, he served as Vice President of Engineering and Data Science, leading automation, AI-driven systems and platform optimization initiatives. Wasserman holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and a Computer Science degree from the University at Buffalo.

Driving Innovation Across Global Lottery Platforms

In his new role, Wasserman will oversee Product Engineering across Scientific Games’ global portfolio serving more than 150 government-regulated lotteries. His responsibilities include advancing:

Retail lottery systems
Digital lottery platforms
Hardware and software innovation
Data analytics and AI capabilities
Consumer engagement technologies

CEO Pat McHugh stated that Wasserman’s experience scaling AI-powered platforms at world-class technology firms will help accelerate innovation and deliver next-generation lottery solutions focused on sustainable growth.

Strengthening Lottery Technology Leadership

Scientific Games continues to invest in technology, analytics and digital transformation to enhance consumer experiences across retail and online lottery channels. The appointment underscores the company’s strategy to integrate advanced analytics and machine learning into its global lottery ecosystem.

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