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VIXIO GamblingCompliance proudly announces the official shortlist for the 2021 Global Regulatory Awards

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Today, VIXIO GamblingCompliance unveiled the shortlist for the 2021 Global Regulatory Awards (GRAs). Now in their ffth year, the VIXIO GRAs recognise and celebrate the achievements of individuals, teams and businesses across the gambling landscape who have excelled in the feld of compliance, corporate social responsibility and responsible gambling over the course of the year.

This year’s shortlist showcases a host of progressive businesses, all of which have demonstrated resilience in a recovering global economy and their ability to adapt to an increasingly complex regulatory environment, innovate and embrace responsible gambling.

Mike Woolfrey, CEO, VIXIO, said: “This year has been one of the most competitive years yet, with the judges having to consider yet another record number of entries to shortlist just under 100 fnalists across 18 categories. Every year the standard gets higher as the industry moves to an ever-greater culture of compliance. Our judging process is extremely rigorous and the awards are hotly contested, so being shortlisted is a highly signifcant achievement. We look forward to welcoming everyone for a very special evening of celebration.”

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Presentation of the 2021 Global Regulatory Award winners will take place at a black-tie ceremony, returning in person to the prestigious De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, London, on October 21, 2021. Tickets can be booked here.

The official 2021 shortlist is as follows:

Anti-Money Laundering Team of the Year
Estoril Sol Digital Greentube
iSoftBet San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission
Award for Commitment to Compliance by an Afliate Company
Better Collective Bojoko
Gambling.com Group Little Star Media

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Award for Outstanding Contribution to Safer Gambling

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ARA Recovery 4 All and Beacon Bojoko

Counselling Trust

Casino Guru Entain Group

Estoril Sol Digital GeoComply

GiG – Gaming Innovation Group

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Award for Outstanding Individual Contribution to Responsible Gambling

Daria Magdoiu, Kindred Group Jade Luchauer, IGT
Sophie Dean, Entain Group
Best Regulatory Lawyer or Law Firm of the Year
Bird & Bird CMS LLP
Harris Hagan Ifrah Law
Paul Hastings LLP Pinsent Masons LLP
Chief Compliance Ofcer of the Year
David Webb, BetConstruct Christine Gallo, GLI
Jennifer Aguiar, DraftKings Mark Halstead, iSoftBet
Oliver Lamb, Kambi
Compliance Innovator or Innovation of the Year
Compliable GeoComply
Genesis Global Ltd GiG – Gaming Innovation Group
OneComply SEON
Source KYC

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Compliance Lifetime Achievement Special Award

Winner to be announced soon

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Compliance Professional of the Year
David Webb, BetConstruct Emma O’Neil, Sky Betting & Gaming
Jennifer Aguiar, DraftKings Kimberley Broad, Microgaming
Mark Halstead, iSoftBet
Compliance Rising Star Special Award
Caroline Grifths, Kindred Group Hayley Doherty, Sky Betting & Gaming
Hannah Kennish, Playtech Kim Mouridsen, Mindway AI
Ludmila Andrianova, Soft2Bet Mike Robbins, GLI
Compliance Team of Year
Better Collective DraftKings
Flutter Entertainment Gauselmann AG
Genesis Global Ltd Greentube
IGT NetBet
Head of Regulatory Afairs / Government Relations
Charmaine Hogan, Playtech Chris Cylke, American Gaming
Association
David Foster, Entain Group Howard Glaser, Scientifc Games
Martin Lycka, Entain Group Pablo Espuela, Luckia Games

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In-House Counsel / Legal Team of the Year

Kambi Pollard Banknote
Estoril Sol Digital Paysafe
Videoslots
Outstanding Contribution to Sports Betting Integrity
Entain Group Flutter Entertainment
Kambi
Payment Service or Solution Provider of the Year
Mazooma MuchBetter
Passport Technology Inc Paysafe
Sightline Payments Worldpay from FIS
RegTech Provider of the Year
ArdentSky, LLC Compliable
Diligex Ltd GeoComply
IDnow Kambi
Mindway AI W2 Global Data
Responsible Gambling Service or Solution Provider of the Year
Focal Research Consultants Gamban
GiG – Gaming Innovation Group Gambling Therapy
Mindway AI YGAM & Betknowmore: Safer Gambling
Training

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Safer Gambling Campaign of the Year
American Gaming Association ARA Recovery 4 All and Beacon
Counselling Trust
Entain Group Estoril Sol Digital
TOTO, Nederlandse Loterij The Star Entertainment Group

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DreamPlay consolidates its status as a global player in the iGaming industry and opens an office and campus in Cyprus

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DreamPlay’s ambitions go far beyond simple game development. With a new office in Limassol, the international iGaming solutions provider is expanding its presence in Europe and laying the foundations for a new philosophy of the iGaming business.

The location in Limassol was not chosen by chance – Cyprus has long become the European center of iGaming. It is here that key market players, large operators and financial structures supporting the industry are concentrated. And the high concentration of technology and talented developers allows DreamPlay to form its own ecosystem of talent.

If in the 2010s Cyprus became a hub for classic iGaming operators, today it is a point of attraction for technology companies that are betting on metaverses and the integration of games into a wider digital ecosystem. DreamPlay is one of those shaping this trend.

Google-style campus for game development talents

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The DreamPlay office and campus in Limassol are part of the company’s international network of corporate campuses. Similar hubs already operate in Thailand, Bali, Peru, the UAE and Poland. They offer employees comfortable working conditions and the ability to move between locations, accommodation, meals, legal support for stays in different countries. And all this is at the expense of the company. -And the flexible work format and 4-day work week in the company helps DreamPlay talents maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s all about well-established business processes and taking care of the team.

It’s nice to know that you can come to the country, and there is a Dream Campus where friends, like-minded people and someone who can simply take care of you are waiting for you. They will meet you at the airport, give you a tour, accompany you on medical or legal issues. It’s all part of the team.

“iGaming is an industry of emotions. Therefore, the people who create it should work where they feel best. Therefore, in our campuses we create an environment where the team can feel maximum freedom for creativity, focus on creating new breakthrough products. And not be distracted by everyday issues. And we are sure that this gives us a strategic advantage, because we are sure that our employees have received better conditions than their colleagues in other companies. Comfort, flexibility and freedom are part of our global philosophy of DreamPlay,” shares DreamPlay CEO Alex Tkach.

 

What does this mean for the market?

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Opening a DreamPlay office in Cyprus is a wise decision, as the company is preparing to enter new markets and partner with the largest iGaming players. It is also a signal to the entire market that the company is moving into the league of global players who dictate trends, rather than following them.

If today Cyprus is another platform for international expansion, then tomorrow DreamPlay may turn into one of the first technology companies in iGaming, operating on the principle of large IT holdings.

And this is where the main intrigue lies: will DreamPlay become the one who fundamentally rethinks the very nature of the industry?

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IGT Wheel of Fortune Video Poker Makes Global Debut at Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas

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International Game Technology PLC announced that it recently introduced its much-anticipated Wheel of Fortune Video Poker game in the world’s most prolific video poker market: Las Vegas, Nev. Guests of Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino (Downtown Grand) in Downtown Las Vegas became the first players in the world to enjoy legendary IGT multi-hand video poker paired with the puzzle-solving, wheel-spinning fun of Wheel of Fortune via IGT’s Wheel of Fortune Video Poker game.

“Becoming the first casino in the world to offer IGT’s Wheel of Fortune Video Poker was an exciting moment for Downtown Grand and one that generated palpable buzz and significant play on our gaming floor. For decades, our players have enjoyed IGT video poker and Wheel of Fortune slots, so combining the DNA of those two products to create something new is an exciting proposition for our players,” said Rick Coltor, Slots Manager at the Downtown Grand Las Vegas.

“Launching IGT Wheel of Fortune Video Poker in Las Vegas, the world’s largest video poker market, marked another important milestone in the rollout of our expanded Wheel of Fortune games portfolio. Our Wheel of Fortune Video Poker game delivers an ideal blend of proven multi-hand poker, jackpot excitement and the signature elements of Wheel of Fortune games that have propelled the theme’s success for more than 25 years,” said Nick Khin, IGT President, Global Gaming.

IGT’s Wheel of Fortune Video Poker is currently available on the CrystalCurve cabinet. Wheel of Fortune Video Poker incorporates the franchise’s famous puzzle-solving features and the iconic “Wheel Bonus” that has had players chanting “WHEEL-OF-FORTUNE!” for decades. The multi-hand poker game is available in triple-play, five-play and ten-play configurations and can award players 30,000, 50,000 or 100,000 credits, respectively, for a dealt royal flush.

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MLB Players Sign Licensing Agreement with PENN Entertainment

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MLB Players Inc., a commercial affiliate of the Major League Baseball Players Association, and OneTeam Partners announced they’ve reached a licensing agreement with PENN Entertainment.

The agreement designates PENN’s sports betting platforms – ESPN BET in the U.S. and theScore BET in Canada – as Officially Licensed Sportsbooks of MLBPI.

PENN now has the rights to use MLB player names, images and likenesses on its sports betting platforms, marketing assets and promotional campaigns.

The deal also includes PENN’s retail sportsbook operations (32 retail sportsbooks at its casino properties, including 19 under the ESPN BET brand).

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Last fall, FanDuel and MLBPI reached a similar licensing agreement after the MLB players’ union sued FanDuel and Underdog Fantasy in New York Supreme Court, accusing them of using the names and likeness of ballplayers on their players without permission.

”As baseball season gets underway, we’re excited to offer fans an enhanced betting experience that includes player likenesses, expanded wagering options and a more dynamic product. Partnering with MLB Players Inc. strengthens our connection to the league and its star players and creates additional opportunities to engage fans throughout the season,” said Jason Birney, Vice President of Operations at PENN Interactive.

OneTeam Partners specializes in commercializing group licensing rights for professional athlates, and is a joint venture between the NFL Players Association, MLB Players Association, Women’s National Basketball Players Association, MLS Players Association, and U.S. Women’s National Team Players Association.

“By integrating MLB player rights into PENN Entertainment’s platforms, this partnership brings fans closer to the game while unlocking new business opportunities in sports betting. It highlights the growing influence of players in shaping premium, fan-focused betting experiences while enhancing player NIL rights and widening distribution,” said Frank Arthofer, President of OneTeam Partners.

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