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Award-winning software provider promotes former Chief Commercial Officer to leading role with former CEO David Flynn focusing on the growth of parent company, Glitnor Group

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4 years ago

August 22, 2022

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Swintt, the leading software provider behind popular recent releases Candy Gold and The Crown starring Vinnie Jones, has announced a key reshuffle at executive level that will see former Chief Commercial Officer, David Mann, take over as the company’s new CEO.

As a result of the promotion, outgoing CEO, David Flynn, will take a seat on the Board and now be able to operationally focus on his role as CEO of Swintt’s parent company, Glitnor Group, with Mann now being tasked with expanding the business, driving profitability and managing the software provider’s overall operations going forward.

Mann has been with Swintt since May 2019 and the promotion is fitting recognition for his efforts in helping the studio establish a number of important partnerships that have brought about rapid expansion in global markets. Prior to his time at Swintt, Mann also held roles with Wazdan, Betway and William Hill, showcasing a diverse professional background and highlighting his knowledge across the industry.

Having previously held the role of CEO for both Swintt and Glitnor Group, Flynn will meanwhile step down from his position at the former in order to devote his full time to the latter. With Glitnor being among the fastest-growing business groups in the iGaming space, the move is certainly timely and will help both companies continue to expand with a clear and defined strategy going forward in 2022.

Flynn is also an iGaming veteran with over 19 years of experience in the industry. He holds a Masters in Meteorology from the University of Reading, a Bachelor of Science in Physics from the University of Wolverhampton and has previously occupied C-Suite roles at JPJ Group plc (Ballys), NYX Gaming Group(now a part of Light & Wonder), Microgaming and OnGame AB (now a part of Entain plc).

With the move now allowing both executives to use their considerable expertise to drive the companies to even greater heights, Mann is relishing the opportunity to get started in his new role for Swintt, while Flynn is looking forward to fully dedicating his efforts to heading up Glitnor’s operations.

David Mann, new Chief Executive Officer at Swintt, said: “I’m thrilled to be given the opportunity to step into the leading role at a company as dynamic and forward-thinking as Swintt. Over the past couple of years, we’ve witnessed incredible growth in a number of key markets and I’m very much looking forward to being able to continue contributing to this outstanding progress in my role as CEO.
We have an exciting path ahead of us as we continue to expand our product portfolio, revamp our tech and launch into new markets around the globe, including the UK in the very near future.”

David Flynn, Chief Executive Officer at Glitnor Group said: “While I’m incredibly proud of everything Swintt has achieved during my time as CEO, David’s promotion means I couldn’t be leaving the running of the company in safer hands. Over the past couple of years, David has proven he has the experience and expertise to flourish in the role while driving further growth for Swintt, and by handing over the reins, I’ll be able to fully focus my efforts on helping Glitnor Group become one of the most entrepreneurial and fastest growing business groups in the iGaming industry.”

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Booming Games Releases “Diamond Forge: Link & Loot”

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22 minutes ago

May 18, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Booming Games has released its latest slot “Diamond Forge: Link & Loot”. Boasting a 5×3 grid with 10 fixed paylines, the game offers players a maximum win potential of 10,000x. Set on a classic, diamond background, two explosive bonus features provide the ultimate experience for those seeking entertaining gameplay.

Every Diamond collected charges the Diamond Boost, which can be triggered in either the base game or from free spins. Boasting the ability to erupt at any moment, it can award up to 8 extra Diamonds onto the reels to instantly trigger the powerful Link & Loot feature. Players who collect 6 or more Diamonds are awarded 5 Link & Loot spins, where adjacent diamond symbols land and merge to create bigger symbols.

Players can create Colossal symbols of 2×2 and above to award a Colossal spin, where they can win higher value prizes or even the Mini, Minor, Major or Grand Prizes. This culminates in the ultimate Colossal of 5×3 Diamonds capable of unleashing the biggest rewards.

Elsewhere, players who find 3 or more Scatters are awarded with 8 Free Spins and a boosted chance of triggering the Link & Loot feature again as they deploy colossal Diamonds toward the 10,000x maximum win.

Craig Asling, Director of Games at Booming Games, said: “Diamonds are a player’s best friend! Diamond Forge: Link & Loot is a modern twist on a classic theme, which we’re confident will be as popular as previous iterations of the Link & Look series. Innovative bonus features set on a familiar 5×3 grid combine to create an ultimate gameplay experience with significant win potential. Play Diamond Forge: Link & Loot now!”

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Compliance Updates

Incentive Games wins interim Pennsylvania gaming licence

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22 minutes ago

May 18, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Incentive Games has been granted an interim gaming licence in Pennsylvania by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, effective immediately. The approval allows the B2B supplier to offer its real-money gaming products to licensed operators in the state.

The Pennsylvania approval follows Incentive Games’ licensing in Michigan in 2025, as the company continues to expand across regulated North American markets.

Incentive Games said the Pennsylvania licence gives it access to one of the most established and competitive US iGaming markets, where compliance and player protection requirements are tightly enforced.

Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said, “Being granted an interim licence in Pennsylvania is a huge achievement for our business and a strong endorsement of our regulatory approach. It strengthens our position in North America and supports our ambition to grow through trusted partnerships in regulated markets. We look forward to working with operators in Pennsylvania to deliver high-quality real-money gaming experiences to their players.”

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Avanti Studios lands exclusive rights for live Sweet 16 Blackjack side bet

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22 minutes ago

May 18, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Avanti Studios has secured an exclusivity agreement with HITSqwad Interactive Gaming to offer Sweet 16 Blackjack as a live casino product worldwide.

Sweet 16 Blackjack is already available in a digital format with operators including BetMGM, Caesars, DraftKings, OLG, BCLC and FanDuel, according to the companies. The land-based version is active across South Africa and is in the process of a broader rollout.

The companies pointed to third-party rankings for the title’s performance. Sweet 16 Blackjack ranked as a Top 10 Table Game in the Eilers & Krejcik U.S. Online Game Performance Report in September 2024 and April 2026, and was nominated for Top Performing New Online Table Game at the EKG Slot Awards in 2024 and 2025.

In gameplay terms, Sweet 16 Blackjack adds an optional side bet to standard blackjack. If a player’s first two cards total 16, the side bet wins, with payouts varying based on suits, colours and values.

Jonas Delin, Co-Founder at Avanti Studios, said: “The statistics show that Sweet 16 Blackjack is one of the iGaming industry’s top-performing table games, so we’re delighted to have reached an agreement with HITSqwad to exclusively offer the format to live casino audiences worldwide.

“Sweet 16 Blackjack’s innovative side bet mechanic coupled with the flawless presentation, deep customisation and infinite scalability that only Avanti can provide will ensure that the game will go on to become a staple part of our offering for operators in all regulated markets that we serve.”

Charl Geyser, CEO of HITSqwad Interactive Gaming, said, “Sweet 16 is an incredible game that has already built a massive player following across both online and retail environments. We are delighted to partner with Avanti to take it into the Live Casino market for the next step in its journey as one of the world’s top Blackjack Side-Bets.”

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