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Wazdan Launches in Portugal

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5 years ago

September 9, 2020

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Wazdan is thrilled to announce their games are now available in the regulated Portuguese iGaming market. Thirty of Wazdan’s top games are now available to play in Portugal exclusively at Betclic.pt.

Through an extension of their existing partnership, Wazdan’s popular games – including 9 Lions, Larry the Leprechaun, Relic Hunters, Butterfly Lovers, and Magic Stars 5 – can now reach players across Portugal. Betclic is one of the leading iGaming brands in Portugal, owned and operated by the Betclic Group, a European online gaming company that provides players with the ability to express their passion for sport and horse-racing betting, poker, and casino games. Their brands include Betclic and Expekt.

Driven by a passion for entertainment and a customer-centric approach, Betclic Group shares core values with Wazdan in their constant goal to offer accessible, top-class products, that are simple, innovative, and put the customers’ experience at the centre of their offering. Wazdan is an innovative game developer with more than a decade worth of experience and upward of 115 HTML5 games available in their collection. Their commitment to exploring new technology, releasing titles regularly, and pushing the limits of their offering is what has given them a name as a tier-one slots game developer.

In recent years, Wazdan has grown rapidly in regulated markets. The game producer holds licences issued by the MGA, the UKGC, Romanian National Gambling Office ONJN, and Curacao eGaming. Wazdan is also certified to offer its products in Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, and Portugal. Furthermore, their games use the RNG certified by the GLI, which ensures reliable, fair, and secure gameplay – and recently, they were awarded the ISO/IEC 27001 certification. The ISO/IEC 27001 is the internationally recognized standard for Risk Management and Information Security, awarded only to a choice group of companies that meet strict requirements imposed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).

In addition to market expansion, Wazdan also focuses on launching new, and exciting games for players to enjoy. Recent releases include Choco Reels, Sic Bok Dragons, and Reel Hero.

“We are pleased to extend our partnership with Wazdan, to offer their world-class games in Portugal. Wazdan and Betclic Group’s values are aligned, placing the customer at the heart of the business. Wazdan’s innovative slot games are popular with our players, and we look forward to offering their games to the Portuguese market” said Zoltan Rapp, Casino and Poker Executive at Betclic.

“Betclic is a leader in the Portuguese market, and we are proud to offer Wazdan games to their customers. Entering Portugal is an exciting prospect for Wazdan, and we look forward to developing an exciting offering for Betclic and our Portuguese players,” says Andrzej Hyla, Head of Sales at Wazdan.

Free Ticket Drops

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

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9 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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Casino Bonus Features

PopOK Gaming Unveils Macaco Millionario Dual-Grid Slot

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10 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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AI in lottery

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

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10 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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