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Wazdan bolsters its executive team with hiring spree

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5 years ago

February 23, 2021

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The global slots supplier Wazdan has undertaken a major shuffle in its executive team, with a number of high-profile hires and promotions adding a wealth of experience to the provider’s workforce.

On a senior level, Tomasz Tajeldin has been brought in as a senior CRM specialist, Lukasz Kasprzyk has joined as Head of Operations, while Andrzej Hyla has been promoted to Chief Commercial Officer.

In his new role, Tajeldin will be responsible for driving Wazdan’s campaigns and planning strategy across game rollouts, bringing more than six years of iGaming experience to the supplier. Tajeldin will also take control of Wazdan’s promotional activity, centred around the supplier’s Cash Drop promotional tool.

Kasprzyk has more than seven years’ experience and will form a vital pillar in Wazdan’s CRM and Data Analysis departments, developing an engaging, customer-centric approach, while also enhancing the company’s data analysis capabilities. He will also lead Wazdan’s Account Manager team.

Like many other team members, Hyla has been working for Wazdan since the very beginning, having impressive 12 years of experience in the business. Now, his internal promotion sees him become responsible for key commercial growth in major targeted regulated markets across the globe as Wazdan looks to continue to expand its footprint.

Wazdan’s appointments have not only been limited to the executive level, with the supplier enlarging its presence globally with 39 new hires last year across all aspects of the company, including graphic designers, animators, and game developers, as well as boosting the sales and marketing teams.

Justyna Flajszer, HR Manager at Z Management, who is responsible for recruitment at Wazdan, said: “While last year presented its challenges, Wazdan continued to dynamically grow its global presence and added 39 new hires to the team during 2020. With both the senior leadership and company growing consistently, it is a very exciting time for Wazdan and we eagerly look forward to many more successes in 2021.”

Kasprzyk commented: “It is a unique moment in Wazdan history, with the company achieving great progress to date but with so many more opportunities to come. It’s great to be part of a team that is so dedicated and ambitious.” Tajeldin added: “Joining such a well-known brand is very exciting and it is fantastic to work with talented and experienced people on a daily basis.”

Hyla stated: “The past 12 months saw us achieve plenty and I can’t wait to be more involved than ever before in taking the company to new heights. There’s lots to come from Wazdan and it’s a journey we can’t wait to continue.”

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PopOK Gaming Unveils Macaco Millionario Dual-Grid Slot

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

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40 minutes 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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Esportes da Sorte and Corinthians Renew Master Sponsorship Until 2029

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40 minutes ago

February 24, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Esportes da Sorte has renewed its master sponsorship agreement with Sport Club Corinthians Paulista, extending the high-profile partnership through 31 December 2029. The new long-term deal significantly increases investment and expands commercial activations across Brazilian football.

Investment Details and Contract Value

Under the renewed agreement, the sponsorship moves into a higher investment tier, estimated at BRL 150 million per year, with performance-based incentives that could raise the total annual value to over BRL 200 million.

All funds will be allocated directly to Corinthians, with the club maintaining full responsibility for managing the investment and strategic deployment.

Expanded Commercial Rights and Activations

The renewed master sponsorship includes:

Brand visibility on match and training kits
Digital and stadium activations
Fan engagement experiences
Institutional initiatives
Support for sporting and social projects

The partnership also strengthens activations at Neo Química Arena, including continued support for the Doe Arena Corinthians campaign, which has already raised more than BRL 40 million.

Strategic Focus on Brazilian Football

Darwin Filho, CEO of Grupo Esportes Gaming Brasil, emphasized that the renewal reinforces the company’s long-term commitment to Brazilian football and its connection with one of the country’s most passionate fan bases. The agreement is positioned as a benchmark master sponsorship model, built on sustained investment, brand engagement and institutional development.

Since the partnership began in 2024, Esportes da Sorte and Corinthians have launched numerous initiatives, including matchday activations, hospitality programs, social media campaigns and on-pitch experiences. The sponsorship has also supported both men’s and women’s football operations, helping strengthen competitive performance and fan engagement across multiple areas of the club.

With this renewal, Esportes da Sorte consolidates its presence in Brazil’s sports sponsorship landscape, while Corinthians secures long-term financial backing to support its sporting and commercial ambitions.

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