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Luís Silva appointed as the new Head of People & Brand of FBM
FBM has a new face managing the people and marketing operations of the group. Luís Silva is working in the casino industry for more than five years and brings a multicultural professional background. He is joining the brand to lead the marketing strategy and establish global procedures in terms of people management for the FBM group.
The FBM is celebrating its 20 champion years in 2021 and preparing the next steps to affirm its position as a global gaming brand. Focused on achieving new ambitious goals, the group is redefining its marketing strategy and developing new processes in terms of recruitment and people management, and that´s the context that led to Luís Silva´s hiring.
Vitor Francisco, Director at FBM, expresses the relevance of this move. “During these 20 years, FBM built a successful path and we intend to carry on this legacy with new chapters made of joy and great achievements. We believe that the improvement of our marketing and people management processes is a relevant step to take FBM to a superior level and facilitate the development and growth of the group. After a careful reflection, we are confident that Luís Silva is the right person to lead this campaign”, confirmed the FBM representative.
Luís Silva becomes the Head of People & Brand of FBM after several years of working in the casino industry. The new responsible for the people and brand operations completed his education in the Communication and Marketing field and collected different professional experiences in challenging environments as Colombia, India, Italy and Portugal. During his professional journey, Luís has been learning and completing courses in different areas as the MBA in Catolica Porto Business School or the executive education program of Leadership at Work at the ESMT Berlin, for example.
In the roadmap of the new FBM Head of People & Brand is the establishment of global procedures that facilitate processes like recruitment or performance evaluation in the group. In terms of marketing, Luís Silva will lead the team, defining the marketing strategies for both landbased and online universes by managing the FBM and FBMDS brands.
FBM is a global gaming brand that has conquered the landbased casino market since 2001. Established in different Asian, North American and European nations, the brand conquered the leadership of the video bingo market and is now committed to reinventing the spin reels segment with innovative and attractive products.
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IGT Modernizes Central Lottery System for LOTTO Thüringen in Germany via Seven-Year Contract Extension
International Game Technology PLC announced that its subsidiary, IGT Global Services Limited, has signed a seven-year contract with the Thuringian State Lottery (“LOTTO Thüringen”) in Germany to deploy its retail central system technology, Aurora™, and related software upgrades. The contract term will begin upon go-live of the new platform, planned for March 2026.
An integral part of OMNIA™, IGT’s player-centric, omnichannel solution for lotteries, Aurora helps drive lottery innovation and profitability. The platform will provide intuitive, user-friendly applications, tools and reporting capabilities which will handle all of LOTTO Thüringen’s transaction processing, game management and back-office operations.
“LOTTO Thüringen has relied on IGT’s versatile and strong-performing central system technology throughout the course of our decades-long relationship,” said Jochen Staschewski, LOTTO Thüringen Chief Executive Officer. “Upgrading our central retail system to IGT’s advanced platform and back-end software will enable us to streamline our business processes and continue operating with the highest levels of efficiency.”
“IGT’s retail central system incorporates a suite of flexible solutions designed to help manage, transform and further grow LOTTO Thüringen’s business,” said Jay Gendron, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Global Lottery. “With this long-term contract extension, LOTTO Thüringen is well-positioned to continue benefiting from IGT’s secure, responsible and modernized technology and software. Leveraging these best-in-class solutions will aid in the Lottery’s goals of supporting good causes throughout the state.”
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Prepare to be Amazed in Mythical Legends Carnival, a Mythic Video Slot!
The new title from leading Spanish e-Gaming provider MGA Games is an innovative game with a truly original theme: a journey through carnival festivities filled with legendary creatures. Its design combines the excitement of street parties with the richness of mythological creatures from around the world, providing a totally unique experience.
This new casino slot features 25 paylines, with winning combinations paid from left to right. By landing 3 or more Scatter symbols, players gain access to the Free Spins screen, which includes an innovative prize system. Players can enjoy an accumulator feature and a final Super Respin spin that awards the accumulated winnings. It also includes Money and Collect symbols, which when combined offer an additional bonus prize.
Global Audience
By showcasing mythologies from all over the world, the game is set to appeal to a global audience, enhancing its market potential and attracting players from various countries. Its visual and auditory elements, featuring vibrant graphics and immersive music, will captivate players and deliver a fully immersive experience in a fantastic world.
In this new release, every spin of the reels will surprise players with its themed symbols. As if that weren’t enough, the game features an optional Buy Free Spins button, speeding up the path to big rewards. Mythical Legends Carnival will be available in all of Spain’s best online casinos starting February 3rd and across .com markets from January 27th.
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INCENTIVE GAMES LAUNCHES CRASH GAME WITH BET365 IN BRAZIL
Incentive Games, a leading B2B games provider, today announced the launch of its new crash game, Velocity, with bet365 in Brazil.
This marks a significant milestone for Incentive Games as it represents their first Pay-to-Play Crash game developed in partnership with bet365. The bespoke game has been meticulously designed by Incentive Games’ expert developers to ensure maximum player engagement.
Seamlessly integrated with bet365’s platform, the game leverages the expertise of Incentive Labs – a powerhouse of data and AI specialists. The Incentive Labs team will continuously analyse player interactions to refine the game and deliver an ever-evolving experience, turning millions of user touchpoints into unique solutions that enhance player satisfaction.
John Gordon, CEO of Incentive Games, said, “While the market is saturated with crash games, Velocity stands out from the crowd. It is the first in a series of exciting crash game offerings and we’re so proud to be launching this groundbreaking game with bet365. With their global reach, there’s no better partner to introduce ‘Velocity’ to the Brazilian market.”
A bet365 spokesperson said of the launch, “We’re delighted to yet again partner with Incentive Games in what promises to be an amazing gaming experience for our players.”
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