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Yorkshire County Cricket Club (YCCC) Announces Dafabet as its Latest Official Partner

Yorkshire County Cricket Club (YCCC) has announced Dafabet as its latest official partner. The two-year partnership will see Dafabet feature on the collar of all YCCC’s playing shirts for all three formats.
Dafabet have established themselves as a major backer of British professional sports clubs over the past few years, including influential partnerships with a number of county cricket clubs, in boxing and snooker, as well as a significant presence in football having worked with the likes of Aston Villa, Bournemouth, Celtic, Everton and Fulham in recent years.
Stephen Vaughan, Chief Executive Officer for YCCC, said: “We are thrilled to have agreed a new major partnership with Dafabet, a company who have a wealth of knowledge and experience within the sporting world. Their support is a fantastic shot in the arm and allows us to make serious strides towards our objectives both on and off the pitch over the next two years. Dafabet have very much impressed everyone at the Club with their desire to help drive the club forward on and off the pitch, and I would like to thank the team at Dafabet for coming on board with Yorkshire Cricket.”
Tom Webster, Business Development Manager for YCCC, said: “We are hugely excited to be announcing our partnership with Dafabet and are delighted to welcome them to the Yorkshire family for at least the next two years. Dafabet is one of the most recognisable brands in the sports betting industry and we’re thrilled that they’ve chosen to work with us and are extremely grateful to John and his team for the support.”
John Cruces, Head of Sponsorship at Dafabet, said: “We are very proud to become a major sponsor of Yorkshire County Cricket Club and have our branding across all of the club’s playing shirts for all three formats. With cricket becoming our biggest growing international sport, we saw Yorkshire as a key club to further our sponsorship portfolio within elite cricket. The club needs no introduction to cricket fans, being one of the world’s most famous cricket clubs and having produced the greatest number of players to represent England. We are looking forward to a long partnership that we are sure will help us achieve our common goals. We wish them the very best of luck for this season.”
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Meet the Sponsors Powering the European Gaming Congress 2025 (HIPTHER Warsaw Summit)

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As the European Gaming Congress 2025 (HIPTHER Warsaw Summit) approaches, the stage is set for what promises to be the most ambitious edition in the event’s history.
This year marks a major leap forward for HIPTHER’s flagship conference in Central Europe — featuring two stages running in parallel, the launch of the HIPTHER Academy, and an expanded network of partners and supporters spanning the iGaming, tech, and compliance industries.
“This year is special! For the first time, we’re adding a second stage and launching the HIPTHER Academy.
We’re honored by the strongest support to date from industry stakeholders. We’re proud to welcome so many sponsors, underscoring a simple truth: there’s a real need for quality over quantity.” — Zoltan Tuendik, Co-Founder & Head of Business, HIPTHER.
Grand Stage Sponsor
Promatic Games
With over 27 years of expertise in slot machine creation, Promatic Games brings innovation to both land-based and online casino gaming. The company’s proprietary technologies — GamePRO, Promatic ONE, and its in-house RNG — power an extensive portfolio of slots and iGaming experiences across four continents.
Registration, Badge & Bracelet Sponsor
DATA.BET
A premium tech provider offering advanced esports and sports data feeds, DATA.BET covers 35+ disciplines, 12,500+ monthly events, and 2,000 markets. Their ultra-low latency feeds, AI-assisted modeling, and personalized data solutions make them a go-to partner for forward-thinking operators.
Lanyards Sponsor
DSTGAMING
With a decade of experience in white-label and turnkey casino solutions, DSTGAMING delivers technology for operators worldwide — from aggregation platforms and game development to secure payment gateways.
Scandinavian Legal Expertise Sponsor
Nordic Legal
A full-service law firm with a strong focus on gambling, Nordic Legal provides tailored legal strategies and compliance support for businesses navigating the Nordic region’s complex regulatory landscape.
Pen & Paper Sponsor
Evoplay
Known for redefining engagement in iGaming, Evoplay offers 250+ slots, instant, and table games — and is now expanding into bingo and lottery. Renowned for creative design and innovative promotional tools, Evoplay continues to set trends in player experience.
General Sponsors
NuxGame:
A robust B2B platform offering turnkey casino solutions, crypto payments, gamification tools, and a sportsbook covering 370,000+ annual events.
RM Legal:
A trusted Polish law firm specializing in gambling law, AML, fintech, and new technologies, supporting both operators and regulatory bodies.
Gaming In Poland:
The only company providing multidisciplinary representation for gambling entities in Poland, combining law, IT, and tax expertise.
Bukmacherzy Razem – The Polish Bookmakers Association:
Representing legally operating bookmakers in Poland, strengthening the industry’s image, and combating the grey market.
PIGBRiB – The Polish Chamber of Commerce for the Entertainment and Bookmaking Industry:
Promoting transparency, compliance, and cooperation across the sector.
Graj Legalnie Association:
Dedicated to eliminating the grey market and promoting ethical standards in Poland’s gaming and betting landscape.
7777 Gaming:
A next-generation B2B provider with 200+ innovative titles — from classic slots to multiplayer crash games and digital lottery experiences.
ComplyGuard:
An AI-driven SaaS platform by Mediastream AG designed to empower regulators and authorities in enhancing oversight and enforcing responsible gaming practices.
A Celebration of Collaboration
The unprecedented number of sponsors this year underscores a growing commitment across the iGaming and tech industries to support collaboration, education, and responsible innovation.
Each partner plays a vital role in advancing iGaming, technology, and regulatory excellence across Europe and beyond.
Still Not Registered?
There’s still time: join the European Gaming Congress 2025 in Warsaw — where leaders, innovators, and experts come together to connect, debate, and shape the future of gaming and technology.
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Ebba Arnred Chief Marketing Officer of Play’n GO
Garga becomes first slot character in space

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To celebrate the launch of Reactoonz 100, Play’n GO’s iconic slot character Garga reached a max altitude of 37,753 metres (117,300 ft) in a two-hour flight to set a world record and become the first slot character ever in space
Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, has today announced that one of the most iconic characters in slots, Garga, has set a world record by becoming the first slot character in space.
To celebrate today’s launch of Reactoonz 100, the latest game to feature Garga and the rest of the Reactoonz clan, Garga was sent on an out of this world voyage that reached a maximum altitude of 37,753 meters (117,300 ft) in a space flight that lasted just under two hours.
Ebba Arnred, Chief Marketing Officer of Play’n GO, said: “The Reactoonz, and Garga in particular, are some of the most iconic characters in slots that have brought entertainment to millions of players all over the world.
“When our games department told us Reactoonz 100 was on the way and it was going to be one of the biggest games of the year, the brief I gave to our brilliant marketing team was simple – I want an out of this world launch. They took that brief extremely literally.
“The Play’n GO brand has fun as one of its core tenants, and we always like to include an element of surprise in everything we do. Garga in space does all of that and more.
“Garga in space gives our fans a chance to see their favourite character reach new heights and gives our operator partners a platform from which to launch this incredible game. Will there be more surprises in the coming days? Count on it.”
The original Reactoonz, featuring the iconic Garga, charmed players with quirky alien animations and chain-reaction wins becoming one of the most played online slot games of all time.
Reactoonz 100 keeps that charm but dials up the unpredictability, stacking in fresh Quantum Features and big win potential for those who love fast-paced multiplier slots.
Garga’s space flight to celebrate the launch of Reactoonz 100 has been verified as a world record by the World Record Certification Agency (WRCA). Based in London, WRCA is a global authority in world record certification. Every WRCA certificate represents the highest verified achievement in its category, symbolizing excellence, innovation, and perseverance.
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Industry Expert David Lucas to Chair a Seminar Session During EAG Expo 2026

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David Lucas, a specialist in gambling, alcohol and entertainment, will chair a power-packed one-hour seminar session on “Working with Licensing Authorities” as part of the expanded EAG Expo, incorporating the Social Immersive Entertainment Expo and the London Casino & Gaming Show.
Lucas – who is a Director of Best Bar None the respected consultancy which provides training to licensing authorities on all aspects of licensing and gambling, has played a pivotal role in shaping modern licensing law. His fingerprints are on both the Licensing Act 2003 and the Gambling Act 2005, and his published works remain go-to references for operators and authorities alike.
The session, taking place at midday on Wednesday, January 14, is a rare opportunity to learn directly from one of the sector’s foremost authorities. It will be a hands-on, practical panel discussion, chaired by Lucas and joined by three panellists representing Bacta, the broader industry, and a licensing authority – all bringing frontline experience to the table.
Together, they’ll tackle the three big themes every operator needs to master: applications, local risk assessments, and premises inspections.
EAG Chairman Nick Harding said: “There are few subjects more critical to gambling operators than licensing – and no-one better equipped to explain its intricacies than David Lucas. It’s a must-attend for anyone serious about ensuring they remain compliant and competitive.”
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