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Entain and McLaren F1 Team open the doors for women to return to work

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The companies are launching a joint Returnship programme for women to return to careers in the world’s most exciting industries 

Entain, the global sports betting, gaming and interactive entertainment group, and the McLaren F1 Team, are launching applications for their joint Returnship programme, to help reignite the careers of women returning to roles in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). 

While the representation of women in STEM is steadily increasing 1, there remains a significant gender imbalance – in the UK, just 26% of STEM graduates are women, and only 24% of the STEM workforce are women2. There is an urgent need to change the perceptions of careers in STEM, open more opportunities for women to pursue careers in the field, and help both women and men thrive equally in STEM. 

As 26% of sports bettors globally are now female3, and F1 continues to experience a rise in female fans, with approximately 40% of fans now female4, it has become even more important for both companies to reflect the customer experience by having a diverse workforce. The Returnship programme is another step in the right direction to making this change. 

Jette Nygaard-Andersen, Entain CEO, said: “The fusion of technology, sport and entertainment, and desire to support talented women re-entering the workforce meant that launching this brand-new programme with our partner, McLaren, is an obvious step. We share a passion and commitment for giving women a platform to reignite their careers in STEM and hope that through this programme, we not only support a generation of ambitious women now but inspire future generations of girls to land their dream STEM role.”  

As part of the programme, an initial cohort of ten Returnship places will be created, offering unique opportunities and experience at either Entain or the McLaren F1 Team over a six-month period. The programme is designed to suit different women at different stages in their career, with successful candidates being supported by a 1-1 transitional coach specialising in returning to work, flexible working, networking with senior executives, and an opportunity to discuss permanent role opportunities after the six-month programme. Example placement roles span from software engineers and back-end developers to data scientists and design engineers, with the full list available on the programme’s website. 

Candidates who meet the following minimum criteria are being sought:  

  • At least 3 months unemployed, underemployed​ or reskilling 
  • At least 2 years prior professional experience 
  • STEM focused qualifications or experience or a personal and evidencable passion for technology / data / engineering 

Entain is committed to embedding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion into all corners of its business, and has launched a number of programmes to support this commitment, under its EnTrain programme, which is designed to increase access to education and training in technology and improve diversity. With EnTrain, Entain has set the objective to positively impact the lives of over 1,000,000 people around the world, either directly or through their families and dependents, by 2030. 

The Entain x McLaren F1 Team Returnship programme also complements Entain’s existing Reboot@Ivy initiative, which helps women return to their technology careers at its locations in Hyderabad and Manila.  

Zak Brown, CEO, McLaren Racing, commented: “We are excited to be launching the first returnship of its kind within F1 in partnership with Entain. This is an opportunity to drive real change within the Engineering and Technology industries and is part of our overall commitment to making STEM careers more accessible to all, and to having 40% of our employees from under-represented backgrounds by 2030.” 

In December 2022, Formula 1 announced teams for its F1 Academy: an all-female racing series for younger drivers, set for 2023. Likewise, Extreme E has elevated women in motorsport with its gender-equal motorsport series. These moves demonstrate the eagerness to propel women drivers into the upper echelons of the sport, and mirror what Entain and the McLaren F1 Team are hoping to achieve through the Returnship programme. 

 

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QTech Games Strengthens Its Platform Offering Through Pixmove

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Emerging-markets leader enhances its extensive collection with thrilling new dynamic portfolio.

QTech Games, the top game aggregator for emerging markets, has revealed its newest provider collaboration with Pixmove, giving its platform clients entry to an additional diverse instant-win games collection – featuring classic slots and contemporary interactive experiences.

Notable titles in the Pixmove collection are:

  • Proven Global Hits: Including the fan-favorites King Thimbles, Fox Job and Chick N’ Run.
  • Established Titles: Los Enamorados, Cyber Snack, Foodtruck, La Mafia, and Yokai-Hunter.
  • Latest Releases: Monkey Tap and Slots Creek, which are already proven to elevate gameplay and online dwell-time for both new and seasoned players.

For Pixmove, this forward-thinking collaboration provides access to QTech Games’ broad range, enhancing visibility and player interaction worldwide while revealing unexplored markets in Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Latin America for varied expansion. Due to this swift integration, Pixmove’s instant-win offerings are now reaching new audiences, enhancing brand loyalty and expanding the brand’s influence in the competitive iGaming market.

As the leading aggregator for emerging markets, QTech’s platform features the widest gaming portfolio available, tailored for each region, equipped with native mobile applications, robust reporting and marketing tools, and round-the-clock local-language assistance. Integrating this constantly changing production line highlights QTech Games’ varied selection of gaming choices, creating a clear one-stop destination that has rapidly turned into the preferred solution for global operators in emerging markets.

Severin Vervald, CPO at Pixmove, said: “This partnership strikes another significant step in expanding our global footprint and strengthening our position across more emerging markets than ever before via QTech. Our progressive portfolio features a wide array of games, from classic slots to modern, interactive experiences. Each game is crafted with meticulous attention to detail. And by harnessing the latest advances in tech, we ensure our games are fair, transparent and secure, with a smooth and uninterrupted gaming experience accessible across all devices.”

Philip Doftvik, CEO at QTech Games, said: “With innovative content like their quick-fire games, Pixmove was an obvious value-add to our platform. These games are a perfect fit for players seeking fast and fun action. Together, we will continue to raise the bar and shape a new experience for global players. We can’t wait to track how these games perform across a range of untapped markets which, in many cases, represent new territory for Pixmove.

“This multi-faceted suite will help any partner deliver a complete brand experience that players enjoy and return to, driving deeper engagement and reliable revenue opportunities.”

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Spinomenal Debuts Magical Genie — 3×3 Hold & Hit Adventure

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Spinomenal, a premier iGaming content creator, has unveiled its newest enchanting journey, Magical Genie – Hold & Hit 3×3.

Nestled within the grand structure of an exquisite Arabian palace, Magical Genie – Hold & Hit 3×3 immerses players in a realm of age-old enchantment and hidden treasures. The 3×3 reels are enclosed in an elaborate golden frame, encircled by gem-studded arches and gently illuminating lanterns, as a captivating, exotic melody enchants from the initial spin.

The Golden Palace Symbol serves as the Wild symbol, replacing all other symbols except for Bonus and Bonus Collect. Magical Genie – Hold & Hit 3×3 features two unique bonus symbols. The Bonus appears solely on reels one and three, whereas Bonus Collect exclusively appears on reel two.

The Bonus Game starts when a Bonus Collect symbol appears on reel two together with the Bonus symbol on reels one and three. The symbols that activated the feature remain fixed in position. Only Bonus and Bonus Collect icons can show up on the reels in the Bonus Game, which begins with three spins. Besides the potential to activate jackpots during gameplay, every spin provides an opportunity to earn multipliers of x1, x2, x5, x7, x10, and x15.

When a Bonus symbol appears, the Bonus Collect symbol gathers it, contributing to the ongoing total. Every Bonus Symbol or Bonus Collect symbol resets the spin counter to three. The round concludes after three unsuccessful spins or when the total accrued winnings hit the maximum x5000 multiplier.

While playing, Grand, Major, Minor, and Mini in-game jackpot icons can appear and promptly grant the corresponding jackpot.

The Bonus Blast Feature can randomly activate, introducing additional Bonus and Bonus Collect symbols to the reels to assist in triggering the Bonus Game.

Even if a Bonus Collect symbol does not trigger the Bonus Game when appearing with one or more Bonus symbols, including Jackpot symbols within the game, it still gathers their values and directly contributes them to the overall win.

Spinomenal CO-CEO, Omer Henya commented: Magical Genie – Hold & Hit 3×3 brings the timeless appeal of Arabian folklore to life in a way that only Spinomenal can. The Hold & Hit mechanics, the beautiful graphics, and the four jackpot levels all work together to make something truly special: a game where every spin feels like one wish closer to the genie granting it all.”

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Bagelmania Backroom Comedy night lineup announced for Thursday, Feb. 26

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The iconic Jewish delicatessen Siegel’s Bagelmania has announced the comedic line up that will leave guests “laughing their bagels off” at the next Bagelmania Backroom Comedy night on Thursday, Feb. 26.

Hosted monthly by Las Vegas-based and nationally touring comedian couple Noah Gardenswartz and Ester Steinberg, the event Thursday night will welcome Chris Clarke as the headliner along with acclaimed comics Kristeen Von Hagen, Gabe Quire and Lauren Rochelle.

Clarke, known as a high-energy and imaginative comedian, now tours the country with veteran comedian Rob Schneider. He also has amassed more than 40 million views on his popular YouTube channel “Csnacks,” where he tastes food and snacks from the front seat of his car. His hilarious and unique way of describing different flavors led to national commercials for Checkers and Rally’s, a one-hour special on the Cooking Channel titled Baby Got Snack, and an appearance as a food critic judge on Beat Bobby Flay.

Siegel’s Bagelmania will offer a special Backroom Comedy menu of its signature delicatessen cuisine as well as a full bar so guests can enjoy great comedy, dinner, and drinks in a unique, relaxed setting.

The Bagelmania Backroom is open to attendees 18 and older. Doors open for drinks and dinner at 7 p.m. Show time is 8 p.m. Tickets for Bagelmania Backroom are on sale for $20 online at https://siegelsbagelmania.com/backroomcomedy/ and will be sold at the door while supply lasts.

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