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Long-standing partnership of Red Rake Gaming and Upgaming – Developing the iGaming industry for 3 years
A long-standing inked agreement between leading iGaming solutions provider Upgaming and first-rate casino content supplier Red Rake Gaming has been renewed with upgraded terms. Upgaming plans to increase its international imprint in the online gambling world by strengthening the collaborations and signing new agreement projects with excellent gambling providers, such as Red Rake.
The cooperation implies the distribution of Red Rake Gaming’s varied, multifold gambling content library, including various gamification tools and newly released, unique, exclusively developed slot games. The most popular games are The Ways of the Samurai, Lost Relics, Alchemy Ways, and Max Dangerous. Games are built with high-definition, feature-packed, eye-catching, and engaging architecture. Both companies are committed to ensuring the user’s rich experience and finding new ways for customer satisfaction and engagement.
Upgaming’s full-fledged, ultramodern gambling platform, equipped with Curacao and MGA licenses, offers the wealthiest gaming library powered with fascinating and immersive casino games. Incorporating Red Rake Gaming’s unique content will further improve the well-heeled gaming portfolio of Upgaming.
Discussing the importance of the partnership, Business Development Manager of Upgaming, Giorgi Davlianidze, stated: “Upgaming has developed a synergetic, reciprocal relationship with the Red Rake Gaming. Such win-win symbiosis will increase our collaboration and improve the quality of our connection. In addition, Red Rake’s diverse gambling content and high-level gaming experience will drive new users to our platform. We are looking forward to continuing beneficial relationship with Red Rake Gaming and capturing new markets in the future.”
Nick Barr, Managing Director for Red Rake Malta, commented on the partnership stating: “We are always thrilled to extend and enhance our partnerships with our long standing clients and this is no exception. Both companies strive to achieve the best experiences for players, pushing boundaries on delivering new innovations whilst exceeding player and operator expectations. We look forward to continuing our strong collaboration and looking forward to seeing what the future holds”.
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Arizona Department of Gaming Releases December Sports Betting Figures
Bettors in Arizona wagered approximately $822 million on sports and events in December 2025, according to a recent report from the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG).
This total reflects an approximate 3% year-over-year decrease compared to December 2024, marking a slight pullback in betting activity.
Despite the decrease in handle, the report highlights that the state collected roughly $6.6 million in privilege fees during December, contributing to Arizona’s continued revenue from regulated event wagering. Since launching legal sports betting in 2021, bettors in the state have wagered more than $31 billion, generating over $165 million in privilege fees to date.
For the fiscal year 2026 year-to-date, regulated event wagering and fantasy sports have generated about $33 million in privilege fees, including $32.3 million from sports betting and $774,167 from fantasy sports activity.
Jackie Johnson, Director of the Arizona Department of Gaming, noted that the December figures conclude the 2025 calendar year, during which Arizona sports bettors wagered more than $9 billion on sports and events, further demonstrating the size and scale of the state’s regulated betting market.
The Department’s monthly reports detail wagering and fantasy sports revenue figures from licensed operators, offering transparency into the evolving sports betting landscape in Arizona.
Disclaimer: December figures are self-reported by operators and may be adjusted after audit.
Full report available at gaming.az.gov/resources/reports
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Arizona Department of Gaming Releases December Sports Betting Figures
Bettors in Arizona wagered approximately $822 million* on sports and events in December of 2025, according to a newly released report by the Arizona Department of Gaming (Department). This represents an approximate three percent decrease year-over-year when compared to December of 2024.
“Today’s report closes out the 2025 calendar year for Arizona sports betting figures, with the year exceeding nine billion dollars in event wagering activity,” said Jackie Johnson, Department Director. “Additionally, legal, regulated event wagering allowed the state of Arizona to collect more than $53 million in privilege fees for the calendar year.”
The state collected approximately $6.6 million in privilege fees for the month of December. Since the launch of legal sports betting in Arizona, people have wagered over $31 billion, generating over $165 million in event wagering privilege fees for the state.
For fiscal year 2026 year-to-date, regulated event wagering and fantasy sports have generated approximately $33 million in privilege fees, including $32.3 million from event wagering and $774,167 from fantasy sports.
The Department publishes monthly Event Wagering and Fantasy Sports Revenue Reports on its website, reflecting figures from operators licensed by the Department. The full December reports are available at: gaming.az.gov/resources/reports
* Disclaimer: These numbers are self-reported by the operators; as such, these numbers are subject to adjustments after audit and review by the Arizona Department of Gaming (“Department”). The Department makes no assurances regarding the accuracy of these numbers.
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PokerStars Casino joins forces with Games Global and Oros Gaming for New The Slotlist Launch ‘Magnificent Power Leprechaun’
PokerStars Casino has expanded its exclusive The Slotlist portfolio with the launch of Magnificent Power Leprechaun, a St Patrick’s Day-themed online slot developed in partnership with Games Global and Oros Gaming.
The new 5×3 video slot delivers a fast-paced Irish-inspired adventure led by a mischievous leprechaun character, combining dynamic gameplay mechanics with engaging bonus features designed to maximize player interaction and win potential.
Key Features of Magnificent Power Leprechaun
The game is powered by three core mechanics:
- Magnificent Power feature
- Cash Collect mechanic, where the leprechaun gathers coins and gold for instant rewards
- Wheel Bonus with retriggerable free spins
The slot’s continuous motion design ensures a high level of engagement, with frequent feature triggers and momentum-driven gameplay. According to Oros Gaming CEO Ryan Cuddy, the title focuses on maintaining a constant sense of action through coin drops, wheel spins and animated bonus sequences.
Expanding The Slotlist Portfolio
Since its launch, PokerStars Casino’s curated The Slotlist collection has attracted over 200,000 players and generated more than 100 million spins, reinforcing its strategy of spotlighting one premium slot release each month.
Magnificent Power Leprechaun joins previous featured titles including 12 Burning Baseballs, Chicken Blast, Olympus Storm, Piggy Heist and Ice Wolf 2, all selected for innovation, visual appeal and immersive mechanics.
St Patrick’s Day Promotion & Rewards
To celebrate the launch, PokerStars Casino is offering a promotional campaign where players earn double reward points for every $50 staked on Magnificent Power Leprechaun and other Slotlist games. Participants are also entered into prize draws featuring:
- Casino cash bonuses
- Satellite tournament tickets
- Two Emerald Passes to the Irish Open
This limited-time promotion enhances player engagement during the seasonal launch period.
Magnificent Power Leprechaun is now available to play on PokerStars Casino across supported markets.
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