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YGAM announce new Board members
The Young Gamers and Gamblers Education Trust (YGAM) has welcomed three new Trustees to its Board as part of a commitment to diversify leadership at the charity.
The Charity Commission has confirmed the appointments of Christina Okorocha, Anne Casey and Kwaku Owusu-Ansah. The additions are the result of a targeted recruitment drive with the objective of attracting education specialists as well as young professionals from ethnic minority communities.
Christina Okorocha, 27, is a successful entrepreneur who founded VAMP, the first agency to solely focus on the representation and development of black digital talent in the UK. Christina also launched TAG, a network for young black professional, creative and entrepreneurial women. She is an ambassador for the ‘Mayor’s Fund for London’.
Christina said: “I am honoured and excited to join YGAM as a trustee. I look forward to using my digital marketing experience and network to support YGAM in engaging and reaching vulnerable people and those from diverse communities.”
Anne Casey joins the YGAM board after over 30 years of education experience as a teacher, principal, local authority officer and senior civil servant. From 2013-2016, Anne was the Founding Principal for the UTC in Media City UK in Manchester, taking it from vision to reality. Anne is now a director of her own company, ACE Limited, an educational solutions company supporting MATs, free schools, universities and school boards. She is also a part-time Department for Education Adviser.
Anne said: “We have seen the power of technology in education, especially over the last year, and want to ensure that all young people understand their digital footprint and the lifelong impact of the choices they make. Every child should be entitled to live a healthy, safe, secure and well-educated life and I want YGAM to make a major contribution to that.”
Kwaku Owusu-Ansah is a recent Mechanical Engineering (MEng) graduate From University College London and he is currently working as an analyst in the Structured Finance, Investment Banking Division of Japanese bank, MUFG. Kwaku is a keen gamer and former footballer having played for Millwall FC, Leyton Orient FC and Colchester United FC.
Kwaku said: “I’m really looking forward to joining the board and being part of the YGAM journey. What YGAM has accomplished so far is fantastic. I think it’s important to continue to tackle the issues faced by young people caused by gambling and gaming. I’m a big gamer myself and I definitely believe more can be done to safeguard young people online and address issues such as excessive spending on loot boxes and gaming addiction.”
YGAM’s Chair, Mike Wojcik, welcomed the new board members saying: “I’m absolutely thrilled to have such talent joining the Board at such a pivotal time for YGAM. As we ambitiously look towards the future and develop our new strategic plan, it’s critical the make-up of our Board and team has greater representation and insight of our society. They all bring something different to the Board, which goes beyond the typical skills and experience, and we are already benefitting from their energised perspective.”
All members of the YGAM Board are independent from both the gaming and gambling industry and offer their time voluntarily. The new board will lead the charity through its continued growth and build the organisations strategy for the coming years.
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Favbet × Spinner: An Exclusive Live Studio That Has Already Gained Recognition in Ukraine
Ukraine now has its first full-fledged Ukrainian-language live product, created by local specialists for local players.
The format combines modern technology with national identity, turning gameplay into a space where native language is heard from the very first moment.
Favbet opened a new opportunity for the market in the live segment. Without waiting for audience demand, the company shaped it itself, introducing its own branded live studio powered by Spinner. This proactive step secured Favbet’s reputation as an innovator that sets standards and creates trends.
The project was entrusted to Spinner — a modern and ambitious B2B provider with Ukrainian DNA and technological expertise, capable of delivering a fully branded studio in the state language. The partnership united shared values, high standards, and a clear understanding that players choose content closest and most relatable to them.
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Cubeia, a Sweden-based iGaming software solutions provider, is proud to announce the Cubeia Platinum Freeroll as part of the SiGMA Poker Tour in Malta. The exclusive live event takes place on Friday, 5 September at 9PM at the prestigious Portomaso Casino in St. Julian’s.
The tournament will deliver an electrifying poker experience in one of Europe’s leading gaming hubs. Over five nights, players can settle into the high-stakes action, complemented by elevated VIP experiences, world-class accommodation, and unmissable entertainment.
With a substantial €150,000 guaranteed prize pool up for grabs, the Tour will be a standout event during this year’s SiGMA Euro-Med Summit. As part of the tournament, Cubeia’s Platinum Freeroll gives Platinum badge holders special entry to take part in the action. With free entry, a €5,000 prize pool, and limited seating, this freeroll combines high stakes with a truly exclusive player field.
Whether a seasoned pro or a recreational enthusiast, the SiGMA Poker Tour and Cubeia Platinum Freeroll offers competitors the chance to showcase their skills, and immerse themselves in the ultimate poker atmosphere, amongst the global iGaming movers and shakers.
Cubeia’s Head of Poker Simon Isbäck commented: “It’s a privilege to team up with SiGMA to host the Cubeia Platinum Freeroll at the SiGMA Poker Tour. Every opportunity we have to showcase our passion for poker is one we go all in for. Giving Platinum badge holders entry to the exclusive chance to experience live tournaments at one of Europe’s most iconic casinos – certainly not one to fold on!”
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No soft launch. No warnings. Hacker’s Haven is here
DEGEN Studios is live, and we’re not here to play safe. Introducing our debut slot, Hacker’s Haven. You’re not a player, you’re a disruptor. It’s time to plug in, jack up, and start hacking.
Now live through Yggdrasil’s distribution network, Hacker’s Haven offers exhilarating features, huge wins of up to 20,000x your stake, and a real-world inspired design.
Join a mysterious Hacker as he works his magic across the reels. Utilise an arsenal of digital tricks, including Multiplier Wilds, Cascade-triggering Virus symbols, and innovative Free Spins to secure huge wins.
The Hacker is not just a character. He’s one of you. A real-player reimagined on the reels. He embodies everything we stand for: disruption, defiance, and rebellion. This is not just a game. It’s an invitation. A rallying cry for players to embrace their inner maverick and help DEGEN Studios change the game.
DEGEN Studios said: ‘Hacker’s Haven is not just our debut slot, it’s a warning shot. We didn’t come here to follow trends; we came to break them. Our games are ‘built by gamers, for gamers’, and this commitment is on full display in Hacker’s Haven.
“Brace yourselves. This is just the beginning.”
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