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Betbazar rides record growth with Stanislav Mykhailov appointment

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4 years ago

September 21, 2021

George Miller

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Sales Director to bring wealth of B2C and B2B expertise to support tier one operator partners

Betbazar, the gaming industry’s leading global sales house, has appointed business development heavyweight Stanislav Mykhailov as its Sales Director, following a phenomenal surge in success across its portfolio of products over the last year.

With a remit of leading the team’s global sales campaigns from this week’s SBC Summit Barcelona and onwards, Stanislav is set to prove to be an integral asset for the company’s continued B2B expansion as it continues to boost its revenue streams across multiple supply verticals.

With over six years of experience in the gambling industry across both B2C and B2B, Mykhailov boasts an impressive roster of experience across VIP retention, player engagement, UX, UI and acquisition.

Tasked with leading the company’s global sales efforts, which serves multiple tier one clients including Bet365, William Hill and Fortuna Entertainment Group, Mykhailov’s appointment coincides perfectly with the restart of live conferences for the gambling industry – with his attendance already scheduled for SBC Summit Barcelona and iGB Live!.

Commenting on his appointment, Alexander Iaroshenko, CEO at Betbazar said: “Stanislav is one of the best experts around when it comes to knowing exactly what tier one operators need to engage the modern player.

“Bringing a skillset that covers every key area of our product portfolio, I’m sure that Stanislav will prove instrumental to our continued success through the rest of 2021 and beyond.”

Stanislav Mykhailov, Sales Director at Betbazar added: “Betbazar are at such an impressive stage in their already fast-paced business growth. It is such an exciting business model, and I can’t wait to get more involved, as well as ensuring that we continue fantastic the progression that’s already been made.

“Betbazar are a hard-working and dedicated team that works seamlessly together in order to achieve its goals and I’m proud to accept this position to be a bigger part of the process.”

Dedicated to sourcing the market’s best products to deliver unmatched efficiency to operators, Betbazar has established itself as the ultimate industry matchmaker. The company specialises in innovative content, odds and streaming services, as well as advanced AI-based personalisation tools to drive player engagement.

With a client roster including Bet365, Parimatch, BetVictor, Fortuna and William Hill, Betbazar has proven key to driving incremental revenue and digital transformation for the industry’s leading sportsbooks.

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GGPoker Brings Back WSOP Super Circuit with Record $180M Guarantee

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11 hours ago

February 24, 2026

Wladimir P.

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GGPoker, the world’s largest online poker platform, is set to host the highly anticipated 2026 WSOP Super Circuit online tournament series, running from March 1 to March 31.

This year’s edition features an unprecedented $180 million in guaranteed prizes, solidifying GGPoker’s reputation as the premier global poker destination.

Players will compete across 18 WSOP Gold Ring events, offering the chance to win one of poker’s most prestigious trophies and significant cash prizes.

Key Events & Highlights:

#5: $525 Mystery Millions [Final Stage] – March 9, $525 buy-in, $10M GTD ($1M Top Bounty)
#13: WSOP Super Circuit MAIN EVENT [Day 2] – March 23, $1,700 buy-in, $15M GTD
#18: GGMillion$ High Roller [Day 2] – March 30, $10K buy-in, $10M GTD

Exclusive Champion Perks
Winners of all 18 Gold Ring events receive:

A $5K WSOP Paradise package
Recognition on the official WSOP Rankings leaderboard

$3 Million in Free Ticket Drops
Participants in any WSOP Super Circuit event can win WSOP Express tickets, $5K Ring Passes, or $10K Bracelet Passes. Tickets will be awarded randomly throughout the series, totaling $3 million in free prizes.

Live Coverage
Final tables for the Main Event (#13) and High Roller (#18) will be streamed live on GGPoker.TV and YouTube, hosted by Jeff Gross, with commentary by Daniel Negreanu for the High Roller.

Player and Ambassador Excitement
Daniel Negreanu said: “The 2026 WSOP Super Circuit at GGPoker is absolutely massive. With $180M in total guarantees, including $15M Main Event and $10M Mystery Millions, it’s the perfect time to compete for record-breaking prizes.”

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PopOK Gaming Unveils Macaco Millionario Dual-Grid Slot

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12 hours ago

February 24, 2026

Wladimir P.

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PopOK Gaming has launched Macaco Millionario, a vibrant online slot inspired by Chinese symbolism and designed with an innovative double-grid bonus feature.

Rich red and gold visuals, lucky symbols, and a playful Macaco character combine to deliver a visually engaging and rewarding gaming experience.

The game features a 5×3 layout with 30 fixed paylines and two types of Wilds, including Double Wilds that count as two symbols for higher winning potential. The Double Fortune Free Spins round introduces an extra 5×3 reel set, allowing players to spin two grids simultaneously. Wins across both grids trigger multipliers up to x20, and retriggers extend the bonus for bigger payouts.

With a maximum multiplier of x1,732, Macaco Millionario delivers exciting bonus features, including Free Spins, Double Free Spins, Double Win Multipliers, Extra Spins, and a jackpot option. The game offers an RTP of 96.56% and supports bets from EUR 0.02 to EUR 100, fully optimized for web and mobile play. Multi-language support includes English, Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese, and Hindi.

“Macaco Millionario blends cultural familiarity with a unique bonus structure that delivers thrilling moments in every spin,” said Tsovinar Elchyan, Head of Partnerships at PopOK Gaming. “The double-grid feature sets it apart from traditional slots, offering operators and players something truly innovative.”

The slot is now live and available for integration across all platforms supporting PopOK Gaming content. Operators interested in adding Macaco Millionario to their portfolios can contact PopOK Gaming directly.

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AI in lottery

Scientific Games Appoints Rich Wasserman as Senior Vice President of Product Engineering

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12 hours ago

February 24, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Scientific Games has appointed Rich Wasserman as Senior Vice President of Product Engineering, reinforcing its commitment to advancing lottery systems technology and digital innovation.

Based in Atlanta, the global lottery provider continues to expand its technology leadership as one of the fastest-growing suppliers of retail and digital lottery solutions worldwide.

Leadership Experience from Amazon, Facebook and Stitch Fix

Wasserman brings more than 20 years of experience leading engineering, data science and product teams across high-performance technology platforms.

He previously held senior leadership roles at:

Amazon
Facebook
Stitch Fix

At Stitch Fix, he served as Vice President of Engineering and Data Science, leading automation, AI-driven systems and platform optimization initiatives. Wasserman holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and a Computer Science degree from the University at Buffalo.

Driving Innovation Across Global Lottery Platforms

In his new role, Wasserman will oversee Product Engineering across Scientific Games’ global portfolio serving more than 150 government-regulated lotteries. His responsibilities include advancing:

Retail lottery systems
Digital lottery platforms
Hardware and software innovation
Data analytics and AI capabilities
Consumer engagement technologies

CEO Pat McHugh stated that Wasserman’s experience scaling AI-powered platforms at world-class technology firms will help accelerate innovation and deliver next-generation lottery solutions focused on sustainable growth.

Strengthening Lottery Technology Leadership

Scientific Games continues to invest in technology, analytics and digital transformation to enhance consumer experiences across retail and online lottery channels. The appointment underscores the company’s strategy to integrate advanced analytics and machine learning into its global lottery ecosystem.

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