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Full House: 1X2 Network completes Sun Gaming integration

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5 years ago

February 1, 2021

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Developer’s full suite of slots now available at popular bingo and casino sites which will also launch a Branded Megaways^TMslot

Players at SunBingo.co.uk, thesunvegas.co.uk and fabulousbingo.co.uk will now be able to access content from 1X2 Network and its 1X2gaming and Iron Dog Studio subsidiaries after the operator and the popular game developer joined forces.

The partnership means that players at the UK facing brands will be able to access chart-topping slots such as Pirate Kingdom Megaways^TM, Battle Maidens^TM, Megaways Jack^TM and 1 Million Megaways BC^TM, as well as long-standing player favourites such as Rainbow Wilds^TM and Blood Queen^TM.

The deal also includes a Branded Megaways^TM slot based on the Sun, that will allow the operator to quickly and cost-effectively launch a bespoke Megaways^TM title that captures its brand identity for instant player recognition and engagement.

1X2 Network launched the concept back in August last year and, due to the popularity and success of Branded Megaways^TMwith more than 50 having launched their own game to date, was awarded the prestigious title of Game of the Year at the EGR Operator Awards 2020.

The addition of 1X2 Network’s full suite of slots, as well as the launch of a Branded Megaways^TM game, strengthens the quality of the operators content offering and allows them to provide more variety than ever before.

The integration was carried out via Playtech and its powerful POP Platform after 1X2 Network partnered with the supplier giant last year.

Rory Kimber, Head of Account Management at 1X2 Network, said: “Sun Bingo, Fabulousbingo and Sunvegas are hugely popular brands among UK players and we are delighted to see our full suite of games line up alongside those from other big-name developers in the operator’s impressive portfolio.”

“That the agreement also includes a Branded Megaways^TMslot, further proof that this concept is a big hit with operators, allowing them to engage players with a unique Megaways^TMgame that captures their brand identity and value.”

Claire Turnbull, Casino Manager at Sun Gaming said: “We are thrilled to have partnered with 1X2 Network and are excited to offer Sun Gaming customers the provider’s cutting-edge content so that we can continue to deliver a superior experience to our players.”

“This is a great start to 2021 and we look forward to working closely with the 1X2 Network team over the coming months as we continue to add new titles from 1X2gaming and Iron Dog Studio.”

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Tony Bellew signs as PartyPoker brand ambassador through 2026

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3 hours ago

July 10, 2026

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Former WBC cruiserweight champion to appear at PartyPoker Tour UK stops and take part in online activations.

PartyPoker has appointed former WBC Cruiserweight World Champion Tony Bellew as a brand ambassador for the remainder of 2026, with appearances tied to the operator’s live PartyPoker Tour and online poker offering.

The company said Bellew will be “a regular face” at its remaining UK tour stops this season following an earlier appearance at the PartyPoker Tour Birmingham. Bellew will also take part in online activity linked to the PartyPoker schedule.

“I had such a great time at the PartyPoker Tour Birmingham. The atmosphere, the people and the passion for the game were incredible. I’m really excited to be joining the PartyPoker team for the rest of the year, getting involved at the live events, meeting players and seeing where the cards take me,” Bellew said.

PartyPoker said Bellew is scheduled to attend each remaining UK stop on the 2026 PartyPoker Tour: London in July, Glasgow in August, Cork in November, and London in December. The operator also referenced a series of exclusive online events running alongside the live calendar.

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Arizona regulator orders five operators to stop alleged illegal gambling activity

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July 10, 2026

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Cease-and-desist letters cite alleged felonies and underage access tied to BetOpenly, Bookmaker, Club WPT Online Poker, Kutt Inc., and Raffle Creator.

The Arizona Department of Gaming said it has issued cease-and-desist orders to five online platforms—BetOpenly, Bookmaker, Club WPT Online Poker, Kutt Inc., and Raffle Creator—after investigations that the Department says involved alleged illegal gambling activity and underage access in Arizona.

In its announcement, the Department said each enforcement action alleges conduct giving rise to three felonies under Arizona law: promotion of gambling, illegal control of an enterprise, and money laundering. The agency cited Arizona’s prohibition on gambling unless specifically authorized (Ariz. Rev. Stat. Tit. 13, Ch. 33) and said the legal gambling age in the state is 21.

“Arizona is taking decisive action against illegal gambling operators that put Arizonans at risk,” said Jackie Johnson, Department Director. “Our top priority is protecting Arizonans and I’m grateful for the efforts of our intelligence unit led by Chief Law Enforcement Officer Doug Jensen to do just that. Through these cease-and-desist orders we are putting operators on notice: their conduct runs contrary to Arizona law and they must stop promoting illegal gambling.”

The Department’s letters describe different alleged violations by operator. For BetOpenly, the Department said peer-to-peer gambling rules prohibit third-party benefit, and alleged the platform benefited via a commission structure while enabling event wagering and daily fantasy sports contests without the required state licenses, including availability to underage Arizonans. For Bookmaker, the Department said its investigation found wagering on horse racing, casino games, and sports betting without an event wagering license or an advanced deposit wagering provider license, adding that online casino games are not legal in Arizona.

For Club WPT Online Poker, the Department alleged the platform enabled individuals under 21 in Arizona to enter pay-to-play online poker tournaments for prizes while using deceptive “no purchase necessary” language; the Department said online poker is illegal in Arizona. For Kutt Inc., the Department said Arizona “social” gambling prohibits third-party benefit and directed the operator to stop allowing Arizona users to deposit money and wager on sports, politics, pop culture, and casino-style games. For Raffle Creator, the Department said the operator did not meet requirements that allow Arizona nonprofits to conduct lawful raffles and alleged it allowed people under 21 to purchase tickets for prize chances.

The Department said the notified entities are directed to immediately stop all gambling operations and activities in Arizona “whether through mobile applications, online, or otherwise,” and to cease any future illegal gambling in the state. It added that future actions may include criminal charges or civil action against entities, principals, and employees, and that operators “may be subject to a potential award of restitution” and forfeiture of monies acquired due to the alleged conduct.

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Former WBC World Champion Tony Bellew Joins PartyPoker as Brand Ambassador

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3 hours ago

July 10, 2026

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Tony Bellew has officially joined the PartyPoker Brand Ambassador team for the remainder of 2026, strengthening the brand’s growing roster of ambassadors and reinforcing its commitment to bringing poker to a wider audience.

A former WBC Cruiserweight World Champion and one of Britain’s most recognisable sporting personalities, Bellew will play an active role across both PartyPoker’s live tour and online offering throughout the rest of the year.

Speaking about joining the team, Tony Bellew said: “I had such a great time at the PartyPoker Tour Birmingham. The atmosphere, the people and the passion for the game were incredible. I’m really excited to be joining the PartyPoker team for the rest of the year, getting involved at the live events, meeting players and seeing where the cards take me.”

His return follows a hugely successful appearance at the PartyPoker Tour Birmingham earlier this year, where he embraced the atmosphere, spent time with players and immersed himself in the event. After thoroughly enjoying the experience, Bellew will now become a regular face at the remaining UK stops on the PartyPoker Tour throughout the rest of the 2026 season.

As part of his ambassadorial role, Bellew will attend every remaining UK stop PartyPoker Tour in 2026:

London – July
Glasgow – August
Cork – November
London – December

With four live festival stops and a series of exclusive online events still to come, players will have plenty of opportunities to meet Bellew at the tables throughout the remainder of the 2026 PartyPoker calendar. Look out for opportunities to take him on online, and at the PartyPoker Tour in Glasgow, Cork and London.

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