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IGT Introduces Localized Games and Jackpot Links at Australasian Gaming Expo 2024

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2 years ago

August 5, 2024

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International Game Technology PLC announced that it will present a compelling portfolio of localized games and systems solutions at the Australasian Gaming Expo (“AGE”) 2024, Aug. 13-15 in Sydney. The three-day event is hailed as the region’s largest gaming trade show and presents an important opportunity for IGT to showcase the strength and diversity of its localized games and systems portfolio.

“IGT looks forward to welcoming our customers to the Australasian Gaming Expo 2024 and presenting our newest portfolio of regionally attuned content and systems innovations,” said Dallas Orchard, IGT SVP and Chief Operating Officer, APAC. “IGT’s AGE 2024 portfolio is designed to capture regional growth opportunities through new games such as Extra Extra Chance, localized versions of global sensations such as Mystery of the Lamp, and next-generation titles such as Pot of Gold Cash Pot. We will also leverage AGE to demonstrate how IGT ADVANTAGE CLUB and our cashless gaming technologies are readily driving modernization in the region and beyond.”

With an assortment of standalone and link games that feature a range of volatilities, IGT’s AGE portfolio in stand 590 will highlight products such as:

Extra Extra Chance™ – this new link and standalone progressive series gives an extra boost of fun to IGT’s proven and popular Extra Chance mechanic via the opportunity to win additional credit prizes, multipliers, and bonuses. This link is compatible with ‘O’ Link and features nostalgic IGT titles such as Blue Moon^® II and Money Beans^®.
Eternal Riches™ – this dynamic link and standalone progressive series features popular Hold ‘N’ Spin mechanics with the addition of a super symbol for additional chances to win.
Fire Dragon^® – this sizzling link and standalone progressive series offers a familiar Hold ‘N’ Spin gameplay experience with a new compelling mechanic on the center reel that fires up gameplay opportunities
Mystery of the Lamp™ – this award-winning global performer has been tailored to the Australian market, offering a dynamic player experience powered by the proven Lock and Respin bonus, gorgeous graphics and more.
Pot of Gold™ Cash Pot – this game is an evolution of IGT’s successful standalone performer, Pot of Gold, and offers an enhanced Hold ‘N’ Spin bonus feature for a new spin on a proven gameplay mechanic.

IGT will also highlight the many benefits of its IGT ADVANTAGE CLUB^® system solution and demonstrate how it can enable regional operators to become more agile and boost player loyalty. Celebrating the 10-year anniversary of its Service Window systems technology, IGT will showcase how the solution can enhance cashless gaming, systems-based jackpots, gaming floor performance, and customer satisfaction. IGT will also spotlight the capabilities of its cardless and cashless gaming solutions and demonstrate how these technologies can meet players’ needs for digital solutions while also delivering a range of operator benefits.

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BiS Brasília focuses on responsible governance for Brazil’s gaming and betting future

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3 hours ago

May 13, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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BiS Brasília is confirmed for June 2–3, bringing a strong focus on responsible governance and the future of the gaming and betting industry in Brazil.

The event will take place on June 2–3 at the Royal Tulip Brasília Alvorada hotel.

The event will gather key stakeholders, authorities, and industry leaders to discuss major developments shaping the sector.

In its second edition, the event expects a 20% increase in attendance compared to last year.

“Reaching the second edition of BiS Brasília represents the consolidation of an essential space for dialogue between the private sector, authorities, and experts at a decisive moment for the Brazilian market.

Brasília is the center of the country’s major regulatory discussions, and bringing together key ecosystem players in the federal capital reinforces the event’s commitment to building a more transparent, responsible, and sustainable industry,” said Alessandro Valente, the cofounder.

Tickets are available at: https://brazilianigamingsummit.com/brasilia/

About BiS Brasília

In its second edition, BiS Brasília is an event dedicated to the iGaming and betting ecosystem, fostering dialogue between the private sector, public authorities, and society on the development of Brazil’s regulated market for gaming, casinos, and lotteries.

The event brings together business leaders, regulators, and industry experts to discuss key strategic topics such as Brazilian regulation, taxation, integrity, innovation, responsible gaming, compliance, AML / anti-money laundering, licensing, sports integrity, government relations, advertising, and CONAR standards.

BiS SiGMA South America is part of the SiGMA World events portfolio, one of the leading global platforms for B2B business networking and events focused on the gaming and betting industry.

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BiS Brasília ya tiene definido tema central para el próximo evento

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4 hours ago

May 13, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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El BiS Brasília ya tiene definido el tema central para la próxima edición y será la gobernanza responsable para el futuro de los juegos y las apuestas en Brasil.

El evento se celebrará los días 2 y 3 de junio en el hotel Royal Tulip Brasília Alvorada.

BiS Brasília está confirmado para los días 2 y 3 de junio, con un enfoque en la gobernanza responsable del futuro del sector de juegos y apuestas en Brasil.

El encuentro reunirá a autoridades, líderes y expertos para debatir las principales novedades del sector.

En su segunda edición, el evento espera un crecimiento del 20% en la asistencia en comparación con el año anterior.

“Llegar a la segunda edición del BiS Brasília representa la consolidación de un espacio esencial para el diálogo entre el sector privado, las autoridades y los especialistas en un momento decisivo para el mercado brasileño.

Brasília es el centro de las grandes discusiones regulatorias del país, y reunir a los principales actores de este ecosistema en la capital federal refuerza el compromiso del evento con la construcción de un entorno cada vez más transparente, responsable y sostenible para la industria”, destacó Alessandro Valente.

Los interesados pueden adquirir sus entradas en: https://brazilianigamingsummit.com/brasilia/

Sobre BiS Brasília

En su segunda edición, BiS Brasília es un encuentro dedicado al ecosistema de iGaming y apuestas, promoviendo el diálogo entre el sector privado, el poder público y la sociedad sobre el desarrollo del mercado regulado de juegos, casinos y loterías en Brasil.

El evento reúne a líderes empresariales, autoridades y expertos para debatir temas estratégicos como regulación brasileña, tributación, integridad, innovación, juego responsable, compliance, AML / prevención de lavado de dinero, licenciamiento, integridad deportiva, relación con el Gobierno, publicidad y CONAR.

BiS SiGMA South America forma parte del portafolio de eventos de SiGMA World, una de las principales plataformas globales de negocios y organización de eventos B2B enfocados en la industria de juegos y apuestas.

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Boomerang Partners

Boomerang Partners reveals first Golden Boomerang Awards 2026 leaders in the race for Wimbledon

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5 hours ago

May 13, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Boomerang Partners has shared the first leaderboard results from the Kickoff stage of the Golden Boomerang Awards 2026. One month into the tournament’s third season, the first frontrunners have appeared in the race for the stage’s main prize – a trip to the Wimbledon Championships.

The race for Wimbledon starts to take shape

The Kickoff stage has started at a fast pace. After the first month, the leading team has reached 256 points. The rest of the top five currently stand at 218, 156, 142, and 100 points, followed by teams with 93, 62, 30, 26, and 20 points in the top ten.

The early gap is not only about traffic volume. The top teams are also actively using boosts, special tasks, and stage-based opportunities. For the rest of the field, leaving those mechanics unused can quickly turn into lost points.

For now, the top ten are closest to the stage’s main prize – a trip to the Wimbledon Championships, taking place from June 29 to July 12, 2026. But the Kickoff stage runs until June 9, and May leaves enough room for movement. Several major sports events are still ahead, giving active teams more opportunities to earn points before the stage closes.

The Mystery Box draw looks ahead to football summer

Boomerang Partners is also running the first Mystery Box draw during the Kickoff stage of the Golden Boomerang Awards 2026. This mechanic is separate from the leaderboard: five active participants have already been selected at random, with another five to be named by the end of the month. The first Mystery Boxes go to Zitora Agency, AskGamblers & Gentoo Media, alfa:search, Gdc group, and AskBonus.

The Mystery Box is tied to the FIFA World Cup 2026, although Boomerang Partners is not revealing the full contents in advance. For now, the company is only hinting at exclusive football items connected to national teams competing in the tournament.

The next stage of the Golden Boomerang Awards 2026 will run during one of the busiest football periods of the year. By then, the Mystery Box will have a direct connection to what many fans will be watching most closely – the FIFA World Cup.

May brings more room to move

May is the busiest part of the Kickoff stage. The month brings the decisive rounds of European football competitions, the NBA and NHL playoffs, Roland Garros, and other events that tend to concentrate audience interest around key match days.

For affiliate teams, this is where planning becomes important. A steady flow of traffic is useful, but the bigger gains are likely to come from choosing the right days to push, completing additional tasks, and using the remaining point-earning opportunities before June 9.

The first month has shown who started strongest. May will show who can keep that pace – and who can use the final stretch to move closer to Wimbledon.

Kristina Shkredova, Affiliate Team Lead at Boomerang Partners, commented: “The first month has shown that teams are treating the Kickoff stage as a real competition, not just a short campaign. The leading positions are already backed by a clear strategy: teams are using boosts, planning around sports peaks, and staying active across different mechanics. But this is exactly why the stage is still open. In May, one well-timed push can change a team’s position quickly, so consistency and timing will matter as much as the current point gap.”

The road to London remains open

The Kickoff stage of the Golden Boomerang Awards 2026 continues until June 9. Until then, the leaderboard remains open, with updates on the stage results, the remaining Mystery Box winners, and the race for the main prize in London available on the official Golden Boomerang Awards website.

About Boomerang

Boomerang Partners is a rapidly growing global marketing agency offering a wide range of services. Boomerang Partners is an Official Regional Partner of AC Milan. In 2024, it launched the inaugural Golden Boomerang Awards – a global tournament for affiliate teams. More than 400 affiliate teams participated in the second season of the tournament in 2025. Partners of the Agency launched six new products in 2024-2025, contributing to a nearly 1.5-fold increase in product users.

The Agency’s clients’ portfolio contains 10+ brands offering affiliate and entertainment services across 40+ markets in compliance with local regulations. These products provide incentive programs and 24/7 multilingual support.

References to Wimbledon, FIFA, and other third-party brands are made for descriptive purposes only. Boomerang Partners is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to these entities in any way.

Boomerang Partners acts as an Official Regional Partner of AC Milan. Any experiences related to AC Milan are provided within the scope of this partnership.

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