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GambleAware commits £3m investment for new Gambling Harms Awareness and Support training programme

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September 13, 2021

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GambleAware has issued an Invitation to Tender to develop and deliver a new Gambling Harms Awareness and Support training programme across Great Britain.

The programme aims to increase awareness and knowledge of gambling harms amongst professionals and community leaders who work or volunteer in eight sectors: debt advisors, faith leaders, primary care, social care, occupational health, criminal justice settings, housing and homelessness services and community pharmacies.

Currently, people working in these settings may lack sufficient awareness, knowledge, and skills to identify gambling harms or provide the appropriate support. But because members of the public may turn to them for help and advice, they can be well placed to offer early interventions and help reduce gambling harms in the community.

The programme is expected to provide the tools required to effectively identify and support individuals experiencing or at risk of experiencing gambling harms. Investing £3m over a three-year period, GambleAware anticipates the training will encourage earlier intervention and will, in turn, facilitate a reduction in gambling harms.

Upskilling professionals and community leaders through the new training programme will also contribute to expanding the National Gambling Treatment Service (NGTS) provision and promoting a whole-system, community-based approach.

GambleAware is seeking bids from qualified organisation(s) to develop and deliver the training and resources, in collaboration with and building on GambleAware’s existing networks, on a national and local level, across England, Scotland and Wales.

The selected bidder will work with and alongside existing and future providers of training on gambling harms awareness and intervention, playing a convening and collaborating role to bring together providers, fostering an environment of mutual support and development, rather than one of competition.

This new commissioned programme will be in addition to GambleAware’s current portfolio of training and educational resources; with an increased scope, it will reach more people geographically and be tailored to meet the needs of specific groups.

More information about the programme of work and Invitation to Tender is available here. The deadline for applications is 12pm on 5 November 2021.

Those who would like more information or are interested in applying, please email [email protected].

GambleAware is currently commissioning another work to expand the Scottish Gambling Education Hub Service, aimed at young people, to England and Wales.

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Wazdan’s North American footprint reaches new heights with FanDuel partnership

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March 3, 2026

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Wazdan, the gain-focused developer, has continued to reinforce its impressive North American presence through a partnership with FanDuel, one of the region’s leading iGaming companies.

The agreement marks a significant step for Wazdan’s ongoing global expansion, which sees FanDuel launch with two feature-rich titles simultaneously across Ontario and Michigan, facilitated by Light & Wonder’s aggregation platform.

In Ontario, players can enjoy Mighty Fish: Blue Marlin and 36 Coins, two titles that showcase Wazdan’s signature balance of recognisable themes and performance-driven mechanics. Meanwhile, in Michigan, 12 Bells and Hot Slot: 777 Crown will introduce players to engaging gameplay structures built around clarity, rhythm and feature depth.

Following the initial rollout, FanDuel’s renowned iGaming platform, FanDuel Casino, is set to see its portfolio enriched by an extensive flurry of additional slot offerings, with each carefully chosen game featuring a range of Wazdan’s engagement-boosting mechanics such as Cash Infinity, Hold the Jackpot and Sticky to Infinity, with each designed to elevate entertainment and deliver measurable growth for operators.

The latest expansion builds on Wazdan’s momentum in North America, following successful deployments in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and earlier entries into West Virginia.

Radka Bacheva, Head of Sales at Wazdan, said: “Partnering with FanDuel represents a major milestone in Wazdan’s North American growth strategy and underlines the strong demand for our engagement-driven portfolio across regulated markets.

“FanDuel’s reach and reputation make them an ideal partner, and launching simultaneously in Ontario and Michigan is a powerful way to introduce our games to new audiences. We are confident that our feature-rich titles and proven mechanics will resonate strongly with players and deliver tangible value for FanDuel as we continue to scale our presence across the region.”

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R. Franco Digital Unveils Genie Triple Bonanza to Grant Players’ Wishes

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March 3, 2026

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R. Franco Digital, the Spanish iGaming company, has unveiled its newest magical offering, Genie Triple Bonanza, a high-volatility slot that fuses legendary tales with three unique bonus features aimed at providing captivating winning opportunities.

The game’s main attraction is its three distinct Scatter symbols, with each one activating a different bonus feature. The Sticky Collect function secures symbols during the free spins, while the Multiplier mechanism introduces random enhancements up to 10x. Moreover, the Xtra Row function doubles the paylines by extending the grid. These features can activate alone or work together at the same time, providing players with a very dynamic and unpredictable experience.

Genie Triple Bonanza is crafted to be a flexible enhancement to any operator’s offerings. Designed to operate in global markets, the title accommodates various languages and provides customizable RTP configurations. For gamers seeking quick thrills, a Direct Purchase feature provides immediate access to the bonus rounds.

This launch highlights R. Franco Digital’s dedication to delivering effective, adaptable content that connects worldwide.

Javier Sacristán Franco, International Business Director at R. Franco Digital, said: “Genie Triple Bonanza showcases our ability to combine creativity with powerful mechanics. By allowing the three core features to trigger individually or in tandem, we’ve created a gameplay loop that is as unpredictable as it is rewarding. This release embodies our goal of crafting games that are polished, memorable, and full of personality.”

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Avanti Studios and Light & Wonder enter multi-market distribution agreement

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March 3, 2026

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Innovative game provider establishes partnership with top international aggregator to deliver the next wave of live casino experiences to operators in licensed markets across the globe.

Avanti, the innovative live casino provider transforming the iGaming sector with its groundbreaking combination of motion capture technology and real-time cloud streaming, has revealed it has finalized a new strategic partnership with Light & Wonder.

Light & Wonder, a top aggregator and iGaming technology provider, has partnered with Avanti to deliver cutting-edge Live Casino solutions to operators in the EMEA and Canada.

Aimed at addressing the irregular display and expensive scalability of conventional live casino games, Avanti’s innovative method involves motion-capturing the movements and behaviors of expert dealers to produce highly realistic digital replicas.

Brought to existence through a mix of 3D animation and sound technology, the look and speech of these clones can be tailored to suit the demands of operators’ target markets, with the final output being streamed into games in impressive HD video.

By approaching it this way, Avanti alleviates the strain of constructing physical studios and persistent dealer expenses, offering a budget-friendly solution that’s flawlessly executed, devoid of human mistakes, and grants operators the freedom to open numerous tables at various limits as required.

The primary emphasis of the agreement will be on introducing the games in Spain and Brazil, marking Avanti’s debut in regulated market launches. For the first time, operators in Spain will have the opportunity to provide live games beyond roulette, featuring the supplier’s exclusive offerings, TORO Y MATADOR and TORO Y MATADOR TURBO EN VIVO, along with BACCARAT, DRAGON TIGER, and – significantly – LIVE BLACKJACK.

In Brazil, via Avanti, operators will gain access to an unlimited selection of Portuguese speaking dealers, as well as tables and bet limits designed to suit Brazilian players.

Jonas Delin, Co-founder at Avanti Studios, said: “Offering flawless presentation, cost-effective scaling and unlimited customisation potential, Avanti is the future of live casino – and we’re thrilled to be able to share content with operators through our collaboration with Light & Wonder.

“Since exiting our stealth mode at ICE, we’ve received a huge amount of interest from operators in Spain and Brazil and Light &Wonder is the perfect distributor to not only support our launch in those markets, but also as we continue to execute on our aggressive market expansion plans for 2026 and 2027

Stuart Banks, Managing Director – Global Partnerships at Light & Wonder, said: “As a company that’s always been at the forefront of innovation in iGaming, Light & Wonder is constantly on the lookout for games that offer something new – and Avanti’s next generation line-up of live casino titles certainly fit the bill.

“Avanti offers a fast and fully customisable solution that can easily scale to keep up with demand; and for that reason, their games are sure to be a popular addition for our operators.”

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