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eCOGRA Reveals New Brand Identity Reflecting Company’s Values and Focus on Global Expansion

eCOGRA a leading provider of a range of testing, inspection and certification services, have announced a new brand campaign, including a refresh of their brand identity, and the launch of their new website. In addition to the logo, visual identity and website, eCOGRA have also updated their messaging to reiterate their commitment to navigating complex regulatory environments and providing customers with confidence and peace of mind that they are engaging with an independent, impartial and world renowned accredited testing agency.
“While our company has grown rapidly over the past number of years, our focus has centred on maintaining our exceptional levels of service, and so our brand identity has not evolved at the same pace as the wider business. We are therefore thrilled to unveil our brand refresh which represents yet another major milestone,” said Shaun McCallaghan, CEO at eCOGRA. “Our updated branding is a reflection of our commitment to fair gaming, responsible conduct, player protection and regulatory compliance, and we are confident that our new website will provide our customers with a more streamlined and engaging experience.”
The brand refresh and website launch come at an exciting time for eCOGRA, which has seen strong growth in recent years and is poised for further expansion in several jurisdictions across the globe. In recent months eCOGRA have been authorised to offer certification services as an independent testing laboratory (ITL) in Pennsylvania and Michigan on the satisfactory completion of rigorous checks by the relevant Gaming Control Boards. eCOGRA is the first laboratory headquartered outside of the US to be authorised to operate in these states, a welcome addition to their US jurisdictions which also include Colorado and New Jersey. The company plans to continue expanding their jurisdiction and investing in their products, services, and technology to better serve their customers and maintain their position as a leader in the compliance space.
Initial elements of eCOGRA’s brand evolution include:
New Logo: The new logo is still recognisable with the company’s signature tick mark which stands for quality of service and high standards, placed on a blue and grey playing card shape, a subtle nod to the industry eCOGRA operates in. The strong geometric shape of the new logotype signifies the weight of the company’s reputation, and the ‘e’ is highlighted in a warm orange tone, calling out eCOGRA’s warmth of approach with customers and specialisation in online gambling industry.
New Brand Video: The new brand video, which sits on the homepage of ecogra.org, provides an engaging and informative overview of eCOGRA’s products and services. The explainer video was created to help customers and stakeholders better understand the benefits of working with eCOGRA to achieve their testing, inspection and compliance goals. The video features clear and concise messaging, and a compelling narrative that highlights the company’s unique value proposition.
New Website: The new website features a modern design and user-friendly interface, with enhanced functionality and improved navigation. Visitors can browse the site to learn more about key services such as Product Certification, Cyber Security Assessments and ADR, access resources such as Certified Client Verification and Survey forms, and easily contact the company for further information.
New Brand Purpose Statement: Compliance Without Compromise.
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Realistic Games strengthens Dutch presence with Starcasino partnership

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Realistic Games is continuing its strong commercial momentum by partnering with operator brand Starcasino. Building on their existing collaboration in the Belgian market, this new agreement sees the developer extend its offering to a Dutch player base, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to the region’s rapidly growing market.
Following its launch in September, the agreement provides Starcasino.nl with access to Realistic’s vast selection of popular titles, including Book of Charms, Phantom Tides, and Emerald Frenzy.
Kieran Wilson, Account Manager at Realistic Games, said: “Our partnership with Starcasino is built on a foundation of trust and shared success, which made it a natural next step to extend our collaboration into the Netherlands.
“We are eager to continue building on this momentum and are thrilled to bring our exciting titles to a new audience with a brand that shares our passion for delivering great games.”
Pieter Van den Bos, Director at Starcasino added: “The success we have experienced with Realistic Games in the Belgian market made it a clear choice to deepen our collaboration. We are delighted to extend our partnership into the Netherlands, a move that will allow us to bring their high-quality content to an even wider audience.
“This agreement will further diversify the content on our platform and deliver a continual flow of exciting new games to our players.”
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Andrew Mook Head of Brand Marketing at Midnite
Midnite Express sees football fans joined by club legends for 460-mile away day

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UK sportsbook and casino Midnite provided free away supporter coach travel for Southampton fans for their 460-mile-round trip to Sheffield United’s Bramall Lane
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Saints heroes Matt Le Tissier, James Beattie and Francis Benali joined supporters on board
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Hyper-growth bookmaker Midnite is a sponsor of both Southampton and Sheffield United
Midnite, the fastest growing bookmaker in the UK, provided supporter coach travel for 100 Southampton supporters, as they set off on a 460-mile round trip to watch their beloved Saints take on Sheffield United at Bramall Lane.
Midnite, who are the official training kit partner of Southampton and the principal partner of Sheffield United for the 2025/26 season, created The Midnite Express, offering luxury travel filled with entertainment along the way for Tuesday night’s EFL Championship match.
The lucky Saints fans were joined on The Midnite Express coaches by Southampton legends, Matt Le Tissier, James Beattie, and Francis Benali.
With DJ sets, football quizzes and Q&As throughout, fans were treated to a unique experience, all designed to create unforgettable moments for these loyal supporters, while easing the financial strain that comes with away supporter travel.
And Saints fans went home happy as a 2-1 win meant they took the three points back to the South Coast.
Le Tissier, who scored 100 goals in 270 top-flight appearances for Saints, said: “With the cost of living crisis that we’ve got going on in this country at the moment, with the train services, it’s really difficult for fans to get to and from these away games.
“And The Midnite Express initiative of putting coaches on for the fans to get up to Sheffield United was absolutely brilliant. We had a good laugh!”
Former England and Southampton striker, James Beattie, added: “It was great to be part of The Midnite Express and travel down with the Southampton fans. We had a very fun journey and the fans put in a proper shift for such a long journey.”
Andrew Mook, Head of Brand Marketing at Midnite, added: “Everbody hates a long commute, but we wanted to create something for Southampton fans with a sprinkle of Midnite magic.
“These fans are what makes football what it is, and we wanted to reward them with a day that they won’t soon forget by spending the journey with Saints legends and fellow fans. The feedback has been brilliant, and we’re pleased to have been able to ease the financial burden while bringing fans closer to the teams they love.
“The match marked a unique and special moment for Midnite as both of our sponsored clubs met for the first time. We’re already looking forward to the return fixture in January, when we’ll be running the Midnite Express, this time for Sheffield United fans.”
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Crown Strike: Hold and Win
Playson unveils new reel layout in Crown Strike: Hold and Win

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Unique 3x5x3 field and powerful Striking Crown symbol headline regal release
Playson, the accomplished digital entertainment supplier, has incorporated a brand-new 3x5x3 reel set to deliver a regal twist to the gameplay in its latest release, Crown Strike: Hold and Win.
The unique game field with 15 paylines brings a new dimension to Playson’s iconic portfolio, with the expanded grid now allowing up to five Striking Crown symbols to land on the middle reel only for increased win potential.
Striking Crown symbols act as a Collect Feature during both base and Bonus Games, accumulating the value of all Bonus symbols and adding them to the total win. Bonus symbols appear with set multipliers of up to 12x, or as one of four in-game Jackpots symbols worth between 15x (Mini) and 1,000x (Grand).
Players also benefit from the Pile of Diamonds Feature, which can randomly trigger the Bonus Game whenever a Bonus symbol lands during base play by adding enough Bonus or Striking Crown symbols.
Crown Strike: Hold and Win includes two Bonus Buy options in permitted markets, allowing players to purchase access to either a standard Bonus Game with one or more Striking Crowns, or a Super Bonus Game with three or more, adding further flexibility and excitement to the experience.
The high-energy release demonstrates Playson’s expertise in advancing the Hold and Win gaming experience, developing new concepts that attract the attention of players and deliver more engagement opportunities for operators worldwide.
Tamas Kusztos, CCO at Playson, said: “With Crown Strike: Hold and Win, we are proud to introduce our distinctive new game field structure to our portfolio. The title blends powerful features and a unique layout to deliver a fresh and rewarding experience.
“We are confident Crown Strike: Hold and Win will make a strong impact across our operator network by delivering more value and engagement.”
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