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SYNOT DAY 2025 Attracted Record Number of Guests from Around the World
More than 400 guests from several continents and over twenty countries gathered at the Grandhotel Tatra in Velké Karlovice in the Czech Republic for SYNOT DAY 2025, the traditional business and social event. Organised by the SYNOT Group for over two decades, the long-standing event once again confirmed its growing popularity. This year, it welcomed a record number of attendees and offered a unique combination of a professional programme, product novelties and a casual atmosphere.
The event was attended by representatives of individual companies of the SYNOT Group and guests from a wide range of European countries, but also from distant markets such as Mexico and Argentina, as well as business partners operating in African markets.
“SYNOT DAY 2025 reaffirmed its importance as both a professional and social platform. We are pleased with the record attendance and the positive feedback we received. We truly appreciate that guests from many countries and continents return to us year after year. The event was also a success from a business perspective – we presented our latest products from both the land-based and online segments and held numerous discussions about future cooperation. We believe SYNOT DAY provides inspiration and an opportunity to build and strengthen relationships. We are already looking forward to the next edition,” said Miroslav Valenta Jr., Sales Director of the SYNOT Group.
Product Novelties
Among the product highlights was the introduction of the new modular cabinet ST2-32 with 32″ monitors, which had its debut earlier this year at the prestigious ICE exhibition in Barcelona. This modern cabinet was showcased as part of a setup that included a LED jackpot display alongside with one of this year’s major highlights – the exclusive Gamifire Prime game mix. This set includes a total of 36 game titles, combining classic games and popular Hold and Respin.
A great deal of attention was also drawn to the SUPER LINK jackpot systems, available in both VLT and slot versions. These were presented in UP2-32 and Eclipse FL-32 cabinets. Also on display was the MAGIC BALL LINK jackpot system, shown in combination with the ST2-32 cabinet. All three linked systems were demonstrated in visually attractive sets, complemented by the mentioned LED jackpot displays.
Fresh additions to the portfolio included the Firebird Gold and Platinum game mixes. These diverse sets feature both fruit and themed titles. Firebird Gold offers a mix of classic games and Hold and Respin titles, while Platinum combines classic games with linked titles.
Another significant product premiere was the brand-new ST3-27 cabinet, which was first introduced at the Belgrade Future Gaming exhibition at the end of May. This elegant cabinet, equipped with 27″ monitors, was presented alongside the VLT Blue Line system – a remastered version of the proven Blue Line games in full HD – as well as the current Firebird Red game mix. Firebird Red and Firebird Blue game sets were also shown in UP1-27 cabinets.
Right from the start of the event, guests could take part in a fun activity from SYNOT Games: the interactive Dream Dial Wheel of Fortune, which is one of the newest additions to their online product portfolio. Players had the chance to win attractive prizes, with the main ones including vouchers for accommodation at the Grandhotel Tatra. This activity attracted a lot of interest and contributed to the event’s friendly atmosphere.
In addition to Dream Dial, guests could explore SYNOT Games’ current offering of over 200 original online titles. The PEAK platform, an innovative retention tool allowing operators to launch targeted promotions and significantly boost player engagement, was also presented.
SYNOT Interactive introduced its comprehensive iGaming solution, including its casino aggregation platform and a wide range of other tools and products. Among the latest innovations was the in-house developed SYNNET Casino Management System, providing operators with an efficient tool for managing and optimising gaming hall and casino operations.
An Evening Full of Experiences
The evening was dedicated to informal entertainment. Guests enjoyed a barbecue on the terrace with breathtaking views, as well as live music from a saxophonist and a DJ, and a bartender fire show. The atmosphere in the hotel’s elegant premises was truly exceptional.
Guests had the opportunity to try their luck at the fun casino, where they could play poker, blackjack or roulette, with attractive prizes for the top players. The evening also featured a popular 360° video booth where guests could make memorable videos.
Throughout the event, visitors could also enjoy test drives in luxury BMW and MINI cars presented by Renocar SYNOT Zlín.
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R. Franco Digital Shortlisted for Casino Platform Excellence at EGR Europe Awards 2026
R. Franco Digital, the leading Spanish iGaming provider, has been officially shortlisted for Casino Platform Supplier of the Year at the prestigious EGR Europe Awards 2026. The nomination recognizes a landmark year for the company, characterized by the explosive growth of its IRIS Open Omnichannel Platform and a major commercial breakthrough into the Italian market.
The winners will be announced during a gala ceremony on February 18, 2026, at the Hilton Malta, where the industry’s top-tier operators and suppliers gather to celebrate European gaming excellence.
IRIS: The Engine of Omnichannel Growth
The core of R. Franco Digital’s success lies in its IRIS platform, a highly scalable, multi-jurisdictional solution that unifies casino, sports betting, and retail management.
IRIS Platform Milestones (2025-2026):
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Jurisdictional Reach: Certified in 6 jurisdictions and operational in over 10 regulated markets.
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Content Depth: Seamlessly integrated with over 1,600 games from global third-party providers.
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Operational Stability: Provides 24/7 multilingual support and advanced real-time analytics for operators.
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Commercial Momentum: Secured 50+ new operator partnerships and entered three new markets within the last 12 months.
Performance Highlights: 4 Billion Game Rounds
R. Franco Digital’s games portfolio has seen a massive surge in engagement, bolstered by 20 new high-performance slot releases in 2025. Standout titles such as Strange Spins, Aphrodite, Zorro: Final Duel, Ovomon, and The Phantom contributed to a record-breaking year.
| Metric | 2025–2026 Achievement |
| Total Game Rounds | 4 Billion+ across regulated markets |
| Revenue Growth | 30% Increase during the judging period |
| New Content | 20 New slot titles launched |
| Expansion | Debut in the Italian regulated market |
Strategic Italian Market Entry
A major factor in the EGR shortlisting was R. Franco Digital’s successful entry into Italy. The provider rapidly localized its content to meet the specific demands of Italian players through tier-one partnerships:
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Stanleybet.it: Launched 19 games, including the Italian-exclusive debut of Strange Spins.
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888.it: Successfully rolled out the popular Super 7 3×3 title.
“We’re proud to be shortlisted for this award, which reflects the strength of our IRIS platform and the quality of the content we’ve delivered over the past year,” said Javier Sacristán Franco, International Business Director at R. Franco Digital. “Our team has worked hard to support operators with reliable, innovative solutions… we are delighted to see that effort recognised.”
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Big Hot Flaming Pots: Tasty Treasures – Lightning Box Brings Land-Based Hit Online
Light & Wonder has officially launched Big Hot Flaming Pots: Tasty Treasures, the digital debut of its highly successful land-based franchise. Developed by in-house specialist studio Lightning Box, this 3×5 slot offers 243 ways to win and a high-energy “three-pot” mechanic that has already become a staple on casino floors worldwide.
The game transitions the whimsical “dumpling-tossing” theme to online audiences, combining vibrant Asian-inspired aesthetics with a deep mathematical model designed for high-engagement sessions.
The Three-Pot Mechanic & Seven Feature Combinations
At the core of the gameplay is the persistent pot system. Landing specific colored coins fuels three separate pots—Yummy, Spicy, and Upsized. These pots can trigger individually or in any combination, leading to seven distinct bonus paths.
| Feature Mode | Gameplay Enhancement |
| Yummy Mode | Increases the Hold & Spin respin counter from 3 to 4, significantly extending bonus life. |
| Spicy Mode | Introduces Chilli multipliers; landing a pepper adds its cash value to every symbol currently held on the board. |
| Upsized Mode | Unlocks a Dual Grid (two reel sets) for the Hold & Spin round, doubling the win potential. |
| Combined Modes | Triggering all three at once creates the “Mega Bonus,” featuring dual grids, 4 respins, and value-boosting peppers. |
Innovation: The Stack N’ Hit
Feature
Unlike traditional Hold & Spin mechanics where symbols simply lock until the round ends, Tasty Treasures introduces the Stack N’ Hit
evolution.
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Reel Clearing: When a vertical reel is filled with Bun symbols, the prizes are instantly collected, and the reel is cleared.
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Persistent Respins: Clearing a reel creates open spaces for new prizes to land, allowing the bonus round to continue far longer than standard industry alternatives.
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The Path to Grand: Each cleared reel activates a “Pepper Tracker” above it. Lighting up all five trackers awards the Grand Progressive Jackpot.
Jackpot Tiers & Base Game Depth
Operators benefit from a versatile math model that supports both consistent base-game performance and high-volatility jackpot chases.
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Progressive Jackpots: Grand and Major tiers for life-changing win potential.
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Fixed Jackpots: Minor and Mini tiers awarded through symbols landing during features.
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Nudge Wilds: In the base game, Wild symbols can nudge to cover entire reels, assisting in achieving the 243-way payouts.
“Big Hot Flaming Pots: Tasty Treasures carries forward a brand that has already made its mark in land-based venues,” says Michael Maokhamphiou, Studio Director at Lightning Box. “This release offers operators a flexible, high-performing title that combines familiarity with fresh layers of engagement.”
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Blask Index
How Venezuela’s iGaming market is reacting to US pressure
Blask data indicates Venezuela’s iGaming demand remained stable in the initial days following the US operation in Caracas.
On 3 January, US forces detained Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro, transporting him from Caracas to face prosecution in New York. The raid came after months of intensifying American pressure throughout 2025 — naval presence, targeted strikes, and a fresh sanctions package.
For Venezuela’s iGaming sector, the disruption poses a critical question: will demand collapse, or adapt?
First results
Blask’s daily Index remained within a tight corridor from 1–4 January, hovering in the high-200K zone. It dropped 5% to 257.4K on the day of the operation, before recovering the next day.

The data reveals no abrupt demand shift during this period. A slight decline sits within Venezuela’s normal daily fluctuations and does not point to a fundamental market change.
Rapid expansion, growing dominance
Venezuela stood out as one of iGaming’s strongest demand gainers in 2025. Blask Index surged 134.9% year-on-year — the second-highest growth worldwide.

This expansion came alongside increasing market dominance. By December, Triunfo Bet commanded 59% of Blask’s BAP (Brand Accumulated Power, measuring a brand’s portion of total user interest nationally), gaining 15 percentage points since January. The top three brands collectively reached over 85%, up 11 points.
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