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UK BGC Members Help Greyhound Racing Fund Raise Extra Million Pounds a Year for Animal Welfare Projects

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5 years ago

March 23, 2021

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The British Greyhound Racing Fund (BGRF) had aimed to raise an extra million pounds a year to help pay for its work in supporting the welfare of the much-loved animals.

It has now emerged that BGC members BetVictor, Kindred, 888 and Betway have agreed to contribute to the fund, meaning the target will be reached.

As part of a memorandum of understanding signed by the four operators, the BGRF will ensure the extra funding is directed wholly towards welfare and integrity projects.

It means that every BGC member who offers bets on greyhound racing is now contributing to the Fund.

Working with the Greyhound Board of Great Britain, each year the Fund spends around half of its revenue on animal welfare schemes, and during the pandemic it has made an additional £600,000 available in this area.

The Fund also supports the Greyhound Retirement Scheme, which ensures that the animals can be taken in by a variety of approved homing organisations when their racing career ends.

Joe Scanlon, chairman of the British Greyhound Racing Fund, said: “It’s fantastic news for the whole of the greyhound industry that all of the Betting and Gaming Council members who offer bets on greyhound racing, both in retail and online, are now supporting the Fund.

“Once the country returns to normality, this added funding will result in a huge boost to the welfare of racing greyhounds. Despite all the challenges of the past 12 months we’re feeling positive about the future of this excellent sport.”

Brigid Simmonds, chairman of the BGC, said: “Watching greyhound racing is part of our culture and social fabric that has been closed over the last year. It is vitally important that 100 per cent of members of the BGC who benefit from income from greyhound racing also support the industry, and in particular dog welfare, whilst racing and when the dogs retire.

“I am delighted that our members have stepped up their financial support and the BGC will remain keen supporters of BGRF and the many charities it supports.”

Funky Fortunez

PG Soft releases Funky Fortunez slot with Prize symbol upgrades

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59 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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60 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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60 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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