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SYNOT Becomes the Main Partner of the BERANI ZLÍN Hockey Club

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1 year ago

September 16, 2024

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The SYNOT Group has announced a new partnership with the BERANI ZLÍN hockey club. As the main partner for the upcoming season, SYNOT is committed to supporting not only the sports development of the club but also increasing brand visibility both regionally and nationally within the hockey scene. This collaboration marks another step in SYNOT Group long-term strategy.

“Supporting sports at all levels has always been a long-term priority for us. We view this area of interest as a key component of a healthy and active lifestyle. I am delighted that we can become the main partner of the BERANI ZLÍN hockey club for the upcoming season. We are proud to be part of this ambitious team and wish them great success in the new season. I believe that together we will achieve excellent results,” said Ivo Valenta, owner of the SYNOT Group and founder of the SYNOT Foundation.

SYNOT Group support will be visible on hockey player jerseys and the ice rink, among other places.

“SYNOT joins our four main partners and becomes a crucial part of the club’s partnership structure. I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to SYNOT for their support of sports in our region and for the excellent start to what we hope will be a mutually beneficial collaboration. Every major partner represents a significant commitment for us to ensure that our club effectively represents the brand both locally and throughout the Czech Republic,” said Jan Pravda, the club’s General Manager, about the new partnership.

He added: “We thank SYNOT for their support and look forward to our mutual cooperation!”

Both parties firmly believe that this new partnership will also bring joy to the club’s fans and contribute to the further success of the BERANI ZLÍN hockey team.

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Celestial Dragon

CT Interactive Launches Festive Slot Collection for Chinese New Year

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4 minutes ago

February 18, 2026

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To celebrate Chinese New Year, CT Interactive has introduced a festive slot collection inspired by symbols of luck, prosperity and celebration.

The lineup includes Celestial Dragon, Dancing Dragons, Fire Egg, Celestial Rules, Fortune Fish, Fire Lord, Kingdom Treasures, Mighty Moon, More Dragons and Lord of Fortune, each designed to immerse players in the spirit of the holiday.

The celebration is highlighted by the debut of Red Bird and Golden Dragon, featuring Wild and Scatter symbols, Free Games and Extra Wins. With medium volatility and a max multiplier of 2000x, the title is well suited for casual players.

“Our Chinese New Year collection blends traditional Chinese symbols with attractive mechanics. Built on our proven math models, the games deliver rewarding play and a festive atmosphere with every spin,” said Dimitar Nikolov.

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The Rank Group Appoints Cliff Baty as Interim Chief Financial Officer

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4 minutes ago

February 18, 2026

Wladimir P.

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The Rank Group has appointed Cliff Baty as its interim Chief Financial Officer, effective February 23, 2026.

Cliff is a highly experienced CFO with deep expertise in strategic and financial planning, investor relations, financial controls, international business operations and stakeholder management, built across listed leisure and gaming businesses.

Cliff was appointed CFO of Manchester United plc in 2016, a position which he held for over 8 years, until 2024. Prior to that he was CFO of Sportech plc from 2013 to 2016, an appointment which followed an 8 year period as Financial Director of Ladbrokes plc.

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NSW: Hospitality and Racing Strategy 2026-28 and Regulatory Priorities 2026

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February 18, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Liquor & Gaming NSW has published the Hospitality and Racing Strategy 2026-28, setting a clear path for reducing harm, supporting responsible industry growth and meeting evolving community expectations. The Strategy outlines Hospitality and Racing’s vision, regulatory posture and strategic objectives.

It outlines three strategic objectives which will guide the work to support communities, individuals and the industry. The first is targeted harm reduction, using better data, education and engagement to focus on the areas where we can make the biggest difference.

The second is outcome‑focused, responsive regulation, by making use of streamlined, place‑based and community‑informed approaches that deliver meaningful, real-world outcomes.

Third is promoting modern tools, skilled teams and smart decisions, investing in its capability, improving how it uses data and supporting consistent decision making across hospitality and racing.

Regulatory Priorities 2026

Alongside the new strategy, Liquor & Gaming NSW has also issued its Regulatory Priorities 2026. This sets out where the department will be focusing its regulatory attention over course of the year. It provides transparency on Liquor & Gaming’s forward regulatory agenda and gives the industry the opportunity to proactively engage about the issues they are concerned about.

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