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Yggdrasil and AvatarUX burst into action with new Popwins™ game CherryPop™

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6 years ago

October 6, 2020

George Miller

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Fourth slot by YG Masters studio employing Yggdrasil’s GATI technology

Yggdrasil, the innovative online gaming solutions provider, has partnered with AvatarUX for the newest Popwins, the latest game to be produced through the supplier’s YG Masters program.

Utilising AvatarUX’s unique Popwins mechanic, the 5×3, pays both ways title can see winning spins expand the reels up to a full 5×9 reel, with each winning symbol popping to reveal two more in a tumbling wins style of gameplay.

To trigger the Free Spin mode, players must fully unlock all reels through popping wins, before unlocking three levels of the Free Spins mode, with higher multipliers and more reels possible. Players also have the opportunity to gamble their Free Spins, potentially winning more, using the Gamble Wheel. In certain jurisdictions, players can also go straight to the Free Spins round with the Buy Bonus button.

CherryPop has been configured using Yggdrasil’s pioneering GATI technology, which is used by all YG Masters partners, allowing developers to employ the preconfigured, regulation-ready, standardised development toolkit to create cutting edge content.

Rapid distribution across Yggdrasil’s entire distribution network enables all YG Masters partners to rapidly scale and accelerate their global growth strategies.

Stuart McCarthy, Head of Partner Programs at Yggdrasil, said: “We’re thrilled to be releasing our third title with AvatarUX. With their innovative Popwins to the market.

“Our YG Masters program continues to go from strength-to-strength and our partnerships have never been stronger with members.”

Marcus Honney, Managing Director at AvatarUX, said: “CherryPop takes our mechanic and adds a thrilling theme with impressive win potential, and we can’t wait to see how it is received by operator partners across the globe.

“Since joining the YG Masters program, we’ve been able to focus purely on our game design which has led to our Popwins titles becoming very popular throughout Yggdrasil’s distribution network. The end-to-end integration through GATI has been effortless, and with a record fast implementation. GATI is the studio developers dream.”

Business Development

Soft2Bet hires Ryan Collinge as EVP for business development and partnerships

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2 hours ago

July 4, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Collinge joins as Executive Vice President – Group Business Development & Strategic Partnerships, bringing 20+ years across retail and online gaming.

Soft2Bet has appointed Ryan Collinge as Executive Vice President – Group Business Development & Strategic Partnerships, adding him to its senior leadership team.

In the role, Collinge will focus on supporting Soft2Bet’s growth plans and strengthening relationships with operators and entertainment brands, the company said.

Andrew Cochrane, Chief Commercial Officer at Soft2Bet, said: “Ryan brings the commercial judgement, industry relationships and operational experience needed to support Soft2Bet’s growth. His appointment strengthens our executive team as we expand our work with leading operators and global entertainment brands.”

Soft2Bet said Collinge brings more than 20 years of commercial, product and operational experience across retail and online gaming, including work with private equity-backed start-ups and multinational gaming groups. The company added that his background includes global sales, commercial strategy and business development, along with iGaming content, product development and studio management.

Soft2Bet also pointed to Collinge’s experience in the casino content vertical, which it said will support client needs analysis and solution optimization.

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Vanderpump Hotel reports $813,553 Pai Gow Poker jackpot weeks after opening

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3 hours ago

July 3, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Caesars Rewards member Pam W. from Colorado hit a seven-card straight flush on the Las Vegas Strip property.

The Vanderpump Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip has reported an $813,553 jackpot win on Pai Gow Poker, just weeks after the property officially opened.

According to the company, Caesars Rewards member Pam W., visiting from Littleton, Colorado, won the payout after hitting a seven-card straight flush while playing Pai Gow Poker at The Vanderpump Hotel. The release said Pam was on a weeklong vacation with her husband and plans to use the winnings toward a European river cruise.

The Vanderpump Hotel is Lisa Vanderpump’s first hotel, developed in partnership with Caesars Entertainment. The property has 188 guest rooms, including 21 suites, and a 40,000-square-foot casino, the company said.

The venue’s food, beverage and nightlife lineup includes GIADA by Giada De Laurentiis, rooftop pool and event space Soleia, and Drai’s After Hours in its original location beneath the hotel. The property also hosts Caesars Sportsbook in a lounge-style format, alongside lounges including Gigolo and The Bar at The Vanderpump Hotel.

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Raise a Glass: The Vanderpump Hotel Celebrates $813,553 Jackpot Win

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3 hours ago

July 3, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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The Vanderpump Hotel – Lisa Vanderpump’s first-ever hotel in partnership with Caesars Entertainment – is dealing out big wins on the Las Vegas Strip, celebrating a dazzling $813,553 payout just weeks after officially opening its doors.

Caesars Rewards® member Pam W., visiting from Littleton, Colorado, hit the jackpot with a seven-card straight flush on Pai Gow Poker at The Vanderpump Hotel. Pam, who is in town enjoying a weeklong vacation with her husband, is already planning her next adventure – turning her Vegas luck into a dream European river cruise.

Blending elevated design with a distinct sense of personality, The Vanderpump Hotel introduces a boutique, lifestyle-driven hospitality experience in the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic destinations. The hotel offers an intimate footprint with 188 guest rooms, including 21 suites.

The property also features a 40,000-square-foot casino; Gigolo, a sexy, sultry lounge and The Bar at The Vanderpump Hotel, an inviting destination in the center of the casino – all curated to deliver a sophisticated yet playful atmosphere.

Culinary and nightlife offerings are anchored by GIADA, the award-winning flagship restaurant from celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis; Soleia, a 65,000-square-foot rooftop pool and event space with open-air, panoramic views from 11 stories above the Las Vegas skyline; and Drai’s After Hours, located in its original home beneath the hotel. Caesars Sportsbook at The Vanderpump Hotel provides a boutique, lounge-style setting for sports fans and gaming enthusiasts alike. Guests can book stays at The Vanderpump Hotel via the Caesars Rewards app or online at caesars.com/thevanderpumphotel.

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