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FunFair Games appoints Mark McGinley as CEO

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4 years ago

May 12, 2022

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Innovative content studio FunFair Games has announced former Entain Director, Mark McGinley, as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), reinforcing the company’s commitment to lead the development of a new style of content for the igaming industry.

In his role, McGinley will help further scale the business and enhance its product roadmap, allowing FunFair Games to accelerate its games output and global distribution.

McGinley previously worked as Entain’s Director of Game Studios where he managed the company’s internal game production. Having also held senior roles at RNG Foundry, Casumo and Odobo, he brings with him a significant level of experience in studio management, game production and distribution.

FunFair Games was launched to take advantage of the potential around the multiplayer games vertical and since its inception, the company has looked to innovate. McGinley’s appointment will help take the company to the next level.

As part of the announcement, FunFair Games’ COO, Lloyd Purser, will take a step back to focus on FunFair Ventures, the venture capital business, giving the FunFair Technologies group two developing brands in its portfolio.

Lloyd Purser, COO of FunFair Games, said: “Everyone at FunFair Games is thrilled to have Mark on board as his experience and contacts across the industry will be invaluable to the business.

“In our journey so far we’ve proved that the market is ripe for a new style of game. The next stage of that journey is to up the ante and make our games an absolute must have for operators looking to drive new revenue streams with a more diverse portfolio. Mark is exactly what we need to take FunFair Games to the next level and we’re extremely excited to have him as our new CEO.”

Mark McGinley, FunFair Games CEO, added: “I’m proud to have been made the CEO of such an innovative and exciting company as FunFair Games and I’m looking forward to helping the business expand and strengthen its foothold in the iGaming industry.

“The multiplayer vertical has garnered a lot of attention lately, with many realising how prosperous this area can be, and FunFair Games aims to be at the forefront of this exciting space in the industry.”

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Behind The Gloves forms Advisory Board to scale beyond event activations

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11 minutes ago

April 15, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Behind The Gloves has formed an official Advisory Board as it moves from event-led activations to what it describes as a scalable, long-term business and community.

The board includes Michael Brady, Founder and Chairman of Bede Gaming and Chairman of Connexus Group; Rob Fell, CEO of RiskCherry; and Katie Byers, former SVP of People and Capability at Light & Wonder.

According to the organisation, the appointments are intended to support expansion into new verticals including corporate wellness programmes, brand partnerships and future digital products.

Behind The Gloves said it plans to continue operating as a “business for good” by reinvesting a portion of profits into community initiatives and charitable causes.

Lee McFarland, Founder of Behind The Gloves, said: “The foundation of our Advisory Board reflects Behind The Gloves’ commitment to building a strong business that can expand globally and reach more people than ever.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Katie, Rob and Michael to the Board and look forward to leveraging our industry’s unmistakable energy to support good causes and deliver accessible activities for all fitness levels on a larger scale.”

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The UAE Lottery opens first retail shop in Musaffah, Abu Dhabi

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April 15, 2026

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The UAE Lottery has opened its first retail shop in M40, Musaffah, Abu Dhabi, the company said on April 15, 2026.

The store offers in-person purchase of physical tickets for the Lucky Day Draw and Pick 3 games, with payments made at the location. The company said the shop is staffed to help customers understand available games and answer lottery-related questions.

The UAE Lottery also positioned the location as a branded customer-facing space with interactive displays and on-site support, aiming to complement its existing digital channels.

The company said all games are regulated by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) and that it provides responsible gaming tools and resources for participants.

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Booming Games adds 100 slot titles to Casino di Venezia online platform

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1 hour ago

April 15, 2026

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Deal expands Booming Games’ Italy footprint and boosts Casino di Venezia’s digital catalogue with titles including Cash Pig 2 15,000.

Booming Games has signed a partnership with Casino di Venezia to distribute its casino content on the Italian operator’s digital platform.

Under the agreement, Casino di Venezia has integrated 100 Booming Games titles. The initial rollout includes Cash Pig 2 15,000, 64 Gold Coins Hold and Win 20,000 and Buffalo Hold and Win Extreme.

Booming Games positioned the deal as part of its strategy to grow in regulated markets and increase reach in Italy. The supplier also said it plans to accelerate releases this year, including localised content tailored to specific markets.

Alessandra Rosati, Country Manager (Italy) at Booming Games, said: “We are pleased to be partnering with Casino di Venezia, a brand with unrivalled pedigree and an outstanding reputation for delivering premium gaming content. The collaboration marks the latest chapter in our pursuit to broaden the reach of our premium titles in Italy, a market that presents a number of exciting growth opportunities. We’re confident that this is the beginning of a successful, long-term relationship with Casino di Venezia and look forward to working with the team.”

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