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IDnow and French Identity Technology Provider ARIADNEXT Combine to Create Leading Pan-European Identity Verification Platform

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Combined product portfolio will offer one of the broadest sets of identity verification solutions to the European market

IDnow, a German-based leader in identity verification-as-a-service solutions, today announced that it has agreed to acquire ARIADNEXT, a French company specializing in remote identity verification and digital identity creation.

With IDnow and ARIADNEXT joining forces, the companies can provide one comprehensive identity verification platform, ranging from AI driven to human-assisted technology and from online to point-of-sale verification options. The combination further increases the services IDnow offers to the UK, French and German markets, as well as to international customers with identity verification needs across several jurisdictions and use cases.

On the back of strong adoption of digital identity products, IDnow expects to increase revenue 3x in 2021 versus 2019 and is on track to continue accelerating this growth momentum.

Since the beginning of the pandemic, IDnow has seen an extraordinary increase in demand for their solutions. IDnow’s products have been used 200% more compared to last year and many companies have decided to switch to fully digital application processes. The integration of ARIADNEXT, whose service usage has increased more than 130% per year over the last 5 years, will help to meet this rising demand by providing an outstanding, frictionless user experience.

“This combination with ARIADNEXT is an important step towards our vision of building the pan-European leader for identity verification-as-a-service solutions,” said Andreas Bodczek, CEO of IDnow. “Identity verification saw a major turn towards digitalization over the past decade and this trend has been further accelerated by the pandemic. It is now critical for banks, insurers, mobility companies and others to shift towards safe, automated solutions. With ARIADNEXT, in addition to our recent acquisition of identity Trust Management AG, IDnow can provide our customers with an even broader suite of products through a single platform with a seamless user experience.”

“We are looking forward to joining a team of IDnow’s caliber, combining our experience and skills to work towards our shared vison of providing a pan-European secure and future-proof solution to customers,” said Guillaume Despagne, President of ARIADNEXT. “With a strong presence in Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Spain, Poland and Romania, our combined product portfolios create an unmatched platform for customers across the European market.”

IDnow will retain ARIADNEXT’s locations in Rennes, Paris, Madrid, Bucharest, Iasi and Warsaw, as well as its over 125 employees. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals.

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Million Games Launches Druid’s Drop in Partnership with Black Cat Games

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Million Games today announces the launch of Druid’s Drop, a high-volatility video slot developed by partner studio Black Cat Games as part of the Million Stars partner programme. Designed for players seeking thrilling, high-risk gameplay, the game offers a visually striking 7×7 grid and a cluster pay system for fast-paced cascading wins.

At the heart of Druid’s Drop is the Potion Wild, which detonates across the grid to clear tiles and apply escalating multipliers, creating powerful consecutive wins. Players can trigger the Free Spins feature by collecting Magic Runes, activating a high-intensity bonus mode where sticky multipliers continue to stack throughout the round.

The slot carries an RTP of 96.26% and a maximum payout of 10,000x the bet, ensuring exciting win potential for those who enjoy high-volatility titles. This release marks Black Cat Games’ third production under Million Stars, following Captain’s Curse and Island Ices.

The Million Stars partner programme empowers independent studios by providing cutting-edge technology, distribution channels, and commercial expertise while maintaining creative independence.

“Druid’s Drop is a strong example of what we look for in partner titles,” said Thomas Nimstad, CEO of Million Games. “It combines intuitive mechanics, escalating features, and a distinctive visual style that translates well across markets.”

Druid’s Drop launches today and is available for operator and aggregator integration via Million Games.

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Entain brand Boost Casino partners ZingBrain AI to deliver personalised recommendations to players

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Boost Casino, the Baltic-Nordic “pay & play” brand within the Entain family, has teamed up with ZingBrain AI, the industry-leading artificial intelligence engine for iGaming, to deliver a more personalized and adaptive experience for players.

The partnership has transformed Boost Casino’s traditional static lobby into a dynamic, tailored environment. Players now benefit from a ‘Recommended’ section showcasing both familiar favorites and new games they are likely to enjoy, alongside a ‘Similar Games’ pop-up that suggests titles based on features, themes, and volatility.

Early A/B testing revealed significant performance improvements: increases in turnover and GGR per player, along with a higher number of unique games explored. Following the test, these gains have remained stable, with the recommendation modules quickly becoming the primary method of game discovery on the platform.

Matteo Pacenti, Director of Product Management, Entain Northern and Central Europe, said:
“Introducing personalisation was a major step in evolving the casino experience, and ZingBrain has proved to be the perfect partner. The uplift in our core metrics gives us the confidence to expand personalization further across the product, improving the UX for our players.”

Oleg Smolerov, CPO at ZingBrain AI, added:
“Personalising the lobby is vital for any strong brand. Working closely with Boost Casino, we’ve created a seamless integration and proven its effectiveness. Together, we look forward to exploring additional touchpoints, real-time signals, and advanced discovery scenarios.”

The collaboration signals a new era for Boost Casino, combining AI-driven insights with a player-first approach to maximize engagement, retention, and lifetime value.

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PRAGMATIC PLAY ADDS TO €100,000,000 AWARDED SO FAR WITH NEW DROPS & WINS SEASON

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Pragmatic Play, a leading supplier of content to the iGaming industry, has unveiled the seventh season of its popular Drops & Wins campaign, offering a prize pool exceeding €25,000,000.

Since its launch in 2020, Drops & Wins—the industry’s largest provider-funded prize pool—has awarded more than €100,000,000 to players worldwide. The new season will run from 4th March 2026 to 3rd March 2027, featuring over 60 slots each month from Pragmatic Play’s award-winning portfolio, including Sweet Rush Bonanza, Fortune of Olympus, and the upcoming Jelly Express.

The campaign includes Weekly Wheel Drops, where players collect wheel pieces to unlock prizes of up to 100,000x their bet (capped at €100,000), and Daily Tournaments, where players compete on leaderboards to win up to €3,000 by accumulating win multipliers.

Drops & Wins continues to drive strong player engagement and measurable uplift across both new and legacy slots. With 5,000,000 prizes on offer in the seventh season, Pragmatic Play underscores its commitment to providing operators with tools that boost commercial performance and enhance the gaming experience.

Sharon McHugh, Director of Public Relations at Pragmatic Play, said:
“Drops & Wins sets the benchmark for provider-funded prize pools, offering unrivalled scale and engagement at no extra cost for operators. Building on the €100,000,000 awarded to date, this new season gives players even more ways to win on their favourite Pragmatic Play slots.”

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