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Blueprint Gaming secures Maradona licensing deal

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3 years ago

October 31, 2022

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Blueprint Gaming has bolstered its reputation as a leading developer of branded content after securing its latest high-profile licence, Diego Maradona, with the famed Argentinian footballer to be the subject of an upcoming slot release.

D10S Maradona™, a play on the Spanish word for ‘God’ and the legendary number 10 the player wore throughout his career is slated for a November 17^th release. The game is set to continue Blueprint’s success with branded content and will join a catalogue of previous popular releases such as Deal or No Deal™, Ted™, The Goonies™ and Rick & Morty™.

The iconic attacking midfielder was a World Cup winner with Argentina in 1986 and enjoyed a glittering career which saw him score 259 goals, one of which was voted FIFA’s Goal of the Century in 2002.

Widely regarded as one of the most gifted players of all time, his name remains synonymous in sport and will make for a powerful IP in Blueprint’s game which features images and symbols inspired by Maradona’s 491-game career.

D10S Maradona™ is set to provide operators with a valuable cross-selling opportunity when the tournament kicks off in Qatar on November 20^th and further broadens Blueprint’s diverse portfolio and reach across global regulated markets.

Lauren Bradley, Head of Commercial at Blueprint Gaming, said: “Maradona is another huge brand that we’ve been entrusted with, and I have no doubt our development team will once again craft a slot that treats a globally loved icon with the utmost attention to detail and authenticity.

“D10S Maradona™ will be launched ahead of the biggest sporting event on the calendar and represents a fantastic opportunity for operators to make the most of the global football fever. It’s a title we’re incredibly excited about and a licence we’re honoured to be working on.”

Matías Morla, Maradona brand agent, said: “Blueprint’s reputation for carefully curating games which stay true to their branding and uphold their characteristics is well earned. We had no hesitation in agreeing on the partnership and we thoroughly look forward to seeing the game launch featuring the greatest player of all time and an Argentinian legend.”

Celestial Dragon

CT Interactive Launches Festive Slot Collection for Chinese New Year

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February 18, 2026

Wladimir P.

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To celebrate Chinese New Year, CT Interactive has introduced a festive slot collection inspired by symbols of luck, prosperity and celebration.

The lineup includes Celestial Dragon, Dancing Dragons, Fire Egg, Celestial Rules, Fortune Fish, Fire Lord, Kingdom Treasures, Mighty Moon, More Dragons and Lord of Fortune, each designed to immerse players in the spirit of the holiday.

The celebration is highlighted by the debut of Red Bird and Golden Dragon, featuring Wild and Scatter symbols, Free Games and Extra Wins. With medium volatility and a max multiplier of 2000x, the title is well suited for casual players.

“Our Chinese New Year collection blends traditional Chinese symbols with attractive mechanics. Built on our proven math models, the games deliver rewarding play and a festive atmosphere with every spin,” said Dimitar Nikolov.

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The Rank Group Appoints Cliff Baty as Interim Chief Financial Officer

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February 18, 2026

Wladimir P.

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The Rank Group has appointed Cliff Baty as its interim Chief Financial Officer, effective February 23, 2026.

Cliff is a highly experienced CFO with deep expertise in strategic and financial planning, investor relations, financial controls, international business operations and stakeholder management, built across listed leisure and gaming businesses.

Cliff was appointed CFO of Manchester United plc in 2016, a position which he held for over 8 years, until 2024. Prior to that he was CFO of Sportech plc from 2013 to 2016, an appointment which followed an 8 year period as Financial Director of Ladbrokes plc.

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NSW: Hospitality and Racing Strategy 2026-28 and Regulatory Priorities 2026

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February 18, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Liquor & Gaming NSW has published the Hospitality and Racing Strategy 2026-28, setting a clear path for reducing harm, supporting responsible industry growth and meeting evolving community expectations. The Strategy outlines Hospitality and Racing’s vision, regulatory posture and strategic objectives.

It outlines three strategic objectives which will guide the work to support communities, individuals and the industry. The first is targeted harm reduction, using better data, education and engagement to focus on the areas where we can make the biggest difference.

The second is outcome‑focused, responsive regulation, by making use of streamlined, place‑based and community‑informed approaches that deliver meaningful, real-world outcomes.

Third is promoting modern tools, skilled teams and smart decisions, investing in its capability, improving how it uses data and supporting consistent decision making across hospitality and racing.

Regulatory Priorities 2026

Alongside the new strategy, Liquor & Gaming NSW has also issued its Regulatory Priorities 2026. This sets out where the department will be focusing its regulatory attention over course of the year. It provides transparency on Liquor & Gaming’s forward regulatory agenda and gives the industry the opportunity to proactively engage about the issues they are concerned about.

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