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W2 Release First Real Time Affordability Solution For UK Operators

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January 19, 2021

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W2, the award-winning provider of global regulatory compliance software to the gaming market, has announced its brand-new real-time affordability check, which will support the needs of operators as they adapt to evolving guidance from UK Gambling Gambling Commission (UKCG). UKGC guidance requires licence holders to put affordability at the heart of their safer gambling commitments for 2021 and it will undoubtedly become a central focus in the 2021 gambling act review.

The W2 affordability solution gives you a real time view of what a consumer earns on an individual level, and most importantly does not require additional customer interaction. Using authorised and compliant banking data feeds to provide current account turnover information that can be used for customer protection purposes, the solution can cover a period up to 24 months and across joint and sole accounts, as well as including multiple addresses. Data on this scale provides real insights on an individual customer level.

A Word From W2
Peter Murray, W2 Head of Sales commented “If you look at any of the pronouncements from the regulators in the UK and the upcoming review of the UK Gambling Act, front and centre to everything they’re doing is affordability. For us at W2 it is all about offering a solution which removes friction but is compliant, and we believe that this new affordability solution is suited to both the needs of the regulator, the challenges the operators face, and the consumers desire to be protected from harm.”

Kevin Fox, W2 Senior Product Manager responsible, said “the solution is split into two main parts. Level one offers an affordability index which leverages the data to give results on account activity including levels of income and turnover in the account and collates this into a score-based response. Level two offers more in-depth insight which allows the operator to collect and verify the declared income of the customer. These two components are a massive step in the right direction for safer gambling.”

Crucial Compliance
W2 will also be working with strategic partner, Gibraltar based Crucial Compliance, on the release of the affordability check. Working together, the two firms believe that this solution can have a positive impact on the industry as it aims to significantly help towards the issues surrounding responsible gambling and player protection.

Andy Masters, COO at Crucial Compliance commented “We are absolutely delighted to officially release this affordability solution. Since partnering with W2 in late 2020 we have combined our resources to bring to market a solution which is not only is frictionless and solves real time, real data affordability, but is also built into our player management solution. We have worked hard to ensure that this is as easy as possible for operators to continue to meet the needs of the regulators now and in the future”

Funky Fortunez

PG Soft releases Funky Fortunez slot with Prize symbol upgrades

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7 minutes ago

April 27, 2026

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New 4×4 slot includes free spins, locked positions and a stated max win of 2,000x the initial bet.

PG Soft has released a new slot, Funky Fortunez, adding another title to its mobile-focused catalogue.

The game uses a 4×4 symbols combination format and includes Prize symbols that the studio says can carry wins of up to 500x the bet amount per symbol, with a stated maximum win of 2,000x the initial bet.

PG Soft said the Prize Symbol mechanic is built around symbol position activation: winning symbols activate their positions, the first activation marks the position, and the second converts it into a Prize symbol. When no further winning combinations remain, each Prize symbol pays a prize ranging from 0.2x to 8x.

Before a Prize symbol pays, it can be upgraded to a Gold Prize symbol (10x to 50x) or a Platinum Prize symbol (100x to 500x), according to the company.

The slot also includes a Free Spins Feature. PG Soft said three Scatter symbols trigger 10 free spins, with each additional Scatter awarding two more. During free spins, any marked positions and Prize symbols remain locked for the duration of the feature, with the Prize Upgrade Feature able to trigger on every winning free spin. Free spins can be retriggered.

PG Soft’s spokesperson commented: “Funky Fortunez is a celebration of the hip-hop genre, which we expect to dominate the charts for a long time. The Prize Symbol mechanic is the beat that drives the game, as players look for big returns of up to 500x per symbol, with a maximum win of 2,000x the initial bet.”

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San Diego County Honors Quick Custom Intelligence for Innovation

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April 27, 2026

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Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI), a leading provider of AI-driven solutions for the gaming and hospitality industries, has been recognized by the County of San Diego with a prestigious Certificate of Recognition for Excellence Through Innovation.

The award, issued by the San Diego County Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk’s Office under Jordan Z. Marks, honors QCI for outstanding service, innovation, and contributions to the community.

Quick Custom Intelligence was recognized for its organizational excellence and continued advancement of cutting-edge technologies that support data-driven decision-making across the gaming and hospitality sectors.

These honors reflect QCI’s ongoing commitment to innovation, excellence, and community impact. Through its powerful enterprise platform, QCI continues to help organizations unlock actionable insights, optimize operations, and deliver enhanced customer experiences.

“This recognition is a testament to the incredible work of our entire team and our shared mission to innovate with purpose. We are proud to contribute to a thriving San Diego community while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with data and technology,” said Dr. Ralph Thomas, Co-Founder and CEO of QCI.

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Caesars Entertainment Opens In-Person Caesars Sportsbook at Northfield Park Racino in Ohio

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7 minutes ago

April 27, 2026

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Caesars Entertainment Inc. announced the opening of a new in-person Caesars Sportsbook located inside Northfield Park Racino near Cleveland through a new partnership with Clairvest Group Inc. As an official sports betting partner of the Cleveland Cavaliers, the launch expands Caesars’ presence in the Buckeye State and is an ideal complement to the Caesars Sportsbook mobile app.

Designed for today’s sports fan, Caesars Sportsbook at Northfield Park Racino delivers a premium in-person sports wagering and viewing experience powered by Caesars’ best-in-class technology. The new sportsbook features an expansive LED video wall, five staffed betting windows and a fleet of Caesars Sportsbook self-service betting kiosks, available for 24/7 wagering. Guests can access a diverse menu of sports wagering markets with convenient mobile app account deposits and withdrawals and earn Caesars Rewards with every wager.

“Northfield Park Racino gives us a strong new venue to connect with Northeast Ohio sports fans in a high-traffic entertainment destination. Its location just outside Cleveland, a market defined by some of the most passionate sports fans in the country, pairs our industry-leading technology with a lively atmosphere that enhances how fans watch and wager on sports throughout the year,” said Eric Hession, President of Caesars Digital.

“We’re excited to partner with Caesars Sportsbook to bring even more energy and excitement to our guest experience. This collaboration is a strong addition to our Overtime Bar and Grill, enhancing the overall sports fan atmosphere and entertainment offering,” said Kevin Brady, GM at Northfield Park Racino.

Caesars Sportsbook users will enjoy unmatched rewards redeemable through their sports wagering activity via the industry-leading customer loyalty program, Caesars Rewards. Every wager placed in-person at Caesars Sportsbook at Northfield Park or via the Caesars Sportsbook mobile app earns Tier Credits for status and Reward Credits that are redeemable for a variety of extraordinary Caesars Rewards experiences. Those include discounted getaways at various Caesars destinations across North America, bonus cash in the Caesars Sportsbook app, world-class culinary or entertainment experiences, and more.

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