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FIFA launches Global Integrity Programme to strengthen fight against match-fixing

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March 16, 2021

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FIFA, in collaboration with the United Nations on Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), has today launched the Global Integrity Programme – a comprehensive international programme aimed at providing all 211 member associations with enhanced knowledge and tools to fight and prevent match manipulation.

In line with FIFA’s overall vision of making football truly global, as well as its ongoing commitment to protecting and promoting the integrity of the game, the FIFA Global Integrity Programme is designed to improve education and build integrity capacity within all 211 member associations by sharing advanced know-how and resources with integrity officers. The programme also reflects the UNODC’s objective of supporting governments and sports organisations in their efforts to safeguard sport from corruption and crime.

With the objective of setting up successful and sustainable integrity and anti-corruption initiatives at local level, the new programme is organised regionally per confederation and includes a series of three-module virtual workshops to be delivered to all FIFA member associations. The first edition of the programme, dedicated to the member associations from the Asian Football Confederation, started with the first module on 4 March and will continue with the second module on 16 March.

Speaking about the FIFA Global Integrity Programme, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said: “Match-fixing is an issue that is very real and threatens the integrity and credibility of football in many countries around the world. Working in close collaboration with experts at the UNODC and alongside other ongoing efforts that FIFA is taking, the FIFA Global Integrity Programme is another important step by FIFA to protect the integrity of football and will play an important role in educating and building capacity within member associations to help fight match-fixing at a local level.”

Alongside the FIFA Global Integrity Programme, FIFA has also announced today that it will shortly be launching the FIFA Integrity Officers Community Platform. This will be the first-ever community-driven online platform dedicated exclusively to integrity officers across all member associations and confederations worldwide. This confidential platform will bring together a global network of integrity officers to share their experience and exchange best practice related to preventing and fighting match manipulation and promoting integrity in football.

FIFA’s Global Integrity Programme is in line with The Vision 2020-2023: Making Football Truly Global, which reaffirms FIFA’s commitment to fighting match manipulation by implementing integrity initiatives and reporting mechanisms, as well as setting up dedicated educational programmes. As part of its ongoing integrity initiatives, FIFA signed a memorandum of understanding with the UNODC in September 2020 to step up their joint cooperation to address the threats posed by crime to sport.

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PG Soft releases Funky Fortunez slot with Prize symbol upgrades

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56 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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56 minutes ago

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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56 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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