Blueprint Gaming™, the leading UK slot supplier and member of the Merkur Group, has strengthened its long-term partnership with globally renowned operator bet365 through the exclusive release of bet365 Kong 3 Even Bigger Bonus.

The latest move from Blueprint marks a standout moment in its exclusive content rollout for bet365, elevating its comprehensive library with its most compelling title yet.

The stylish new variant combines gameplay from the hit March 2025 release, Kong 3 Even Bigger Bonus, alongside the iconic bet365 name, with its first-class casino offering enjoyed by millions of players worldwide.

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The collaborative title has already achieved impressive numbers since its launch, with bet365 confirming that player stakes have significantly exceeded company expectations across all live markets. Its initial standout performance ranks it first in comparison to all previous Blueprint titles launched with the operator since 2023.

The 6×4, 4,096-way to win slot provides an intriguing update to the beloved Kong series, with revamped cash harvests and a new-look bonus trail. The latter concludes with the Super Kong bonus feature, which presents players with a choice of three modifiers promising extra bonus spins, frequent collects or a boosted trail.

Jo Purvis, Director of Marketing, PR and Events at Blueprint Gaming, said: “This exclusive release with our long-term partner bet365 marks a new phase of tailored content that will run alongside our dazzling monthly releases.

“Kong 3 Even Bigger Bonus has been a standout launch for us in 2025, and this exclusive version is already proving that customisation, when combined with strong brand recognition, can drive exceptional results.”

A spokesperson at bet365, said: “Thanks to our partners at Blueprint Gaming, Kong has returned to bet365 Casino in bespoke style. Stomping his way onto our platform, we’re thrilled to launch bet365 Kong 3 Even Bigger Bonus across multiple territories globally.

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MelBet has announced a new partnership with the СPL 2024 Champion Saint Lucia Kings.

As a Principal Partner, MelBet, the iGaming company, will support the Kings on their journey to defend their title during the upcoming season.

Both the platform and the team share the same belief: perseverance and tenacity make champions. Anyone who is inspired by the desire to win, who believes in themselves and never gives up, deserves a reward, and loyal MelBet fans know this better than anyone. As part of the partnership, MelBet will become an integral part of the St. Lucia Kings team, supporting players and fans on their way to victory.

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“We’re excited to enter the season with MelBet as our Principal Partner. Their reputation for turning every moment into an unforgettable experience is a perfect match for our team. We’re confident that this partnership will bring us the luck and success we need as we aim for another great season,” said Satish Menon, CEO of Saint Lucia Kings.

“We are absolutely delighted to welcome MelBet as our principal partner for the upcoming CPL Season 13. This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for the Saint Lucia Kings, and we are confident that MelBet’s passion for sports and commitment to excellence align perfectly with our own ambitions. We look forward to a successful season both on and off the field,” said Saurabh Arora, Chief Commercial Officer of Saint Lucia Kings.

Tombola has teamed up with leading research and support charity, Breast Cancer Now to launch their “eyes down, check up” campaign, which aims to encourage one million people to regularly check their breasts and raise up to £1million for the charity.

Every 10 minutes in the UK, one woman is diagnosed with breast cancer, and one man is diagnosed daily. Around two thirds of breast cancers in England are found when a woman detects an unusual breast change and gets this checked by a GP. Yet fewer than half (44%) of women surveyed (YouGov, April 2025) said they don’t check their breasts regularly while one in ten say they can’t remember the last time they checked their breasts.

Britain’s leading bingo brand, tombola, aims to change that through their collaboration with Breast Cancer Now, urging people across the UK to remember a key message: give your breasts some TLC – touch, look, check.

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Tombola, in partnership with the charity Breast Cancer Now, has created, “Breast Check Now” an easy-to-use tool, that takes around one minute to complete and features a reminder to encourage regular breast checks – a habit that could save your life.

The online tool will educate people to know the main signs and symptoms of breast cancer, including lumps or swelling in the breast, upper chest or armpit area, and changes in breast size or shape, skin changes like puckering or dimpling, nipple changes like inversion or discharge, colour changes where the breast may look darker red or inflamed or rashing and crusting around the nipple.

Over the course of the next year, tombola aim to raise up to £1million for the charity through a blizzard of fundraising activity. This includes a series of five incredible live “Bingo Against Breast Cancer” charity games, where jackpots of £50,000 will be won, and at least £50,000 per game will be donated to the charity.

To mark the new partnership, tombola brand ambassador Josie Gibson, will take to the high street at Westfield Stratford City for some practical education with an interactive installation, which aims to give members of the public a hands on experience, helping people to feel more confident and empowered to regularly breast check and get any new or unusual breast changes checked by a GP, while also signposting them where to turn for support on Thursday 7th August.

The event will also feature relaxed “Sofa Sessions” hosted by Josie alongside experts from Breast Cancer Now to tackle conversations about breast health, break taboos and encourage regular breast checking. By encouraging this proactive, regular self-care, tombola hopes the initiative will make breast checking feel like less of a chore and encourage more people to make it a habit.

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Josie Gibson said: “I’m so honoured to be part of tombola’s partnership with Breast Cancer Now and to support the amazing work they do. I didn’t realise until recently how many of us feel unsure about spotting the signs of breast cancer – me included!

“But that’s why I’m here to help spread the word and make sure everyone knows what to look out for. This is just the start of my own journey learning about something that can feel scary, but if we all check ourselves regularly and make it part of our routine, it can really make a difference. So, let’s look out for ourselves and each other, and make self-checking a regular habit.”

Tombola launched the partnership with Breast Cancer Now after finding that more than half (52%) of their community were affected by breast cancer, either directly or indirectly.

Marion Ryan, managing director at tombola, added: “With half of our community affected by breast cancer – either personally or through someone they love – we are dedicated to standing by them and offering the support they need. This partnership is about more than just raising awareness. It’s about empowering our community with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to take action.

“By working together with Breast Cancer Now, we hope to reach over one million people, strengthening vital support networks and services, and make a real difference in the lives that matter. I am delighted to share tombola are making an initial donation of £250,000 to the charity to kick start the partnership.”

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Claire Rowney, CEO of Breast Cancer Now, said: “Around two-thirds of breast cancers are identified through women checking their breasts and getting any new or unusual change checked by a GP, and we know that regular breast checking is a critical first step to diagnosis. The earlier breast cancer is diagnosed the more likely treatment will be successful.

“As such we’re really excited that as part of our partnership, tombola has launched an innovative, easy-to-use tool to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of breast cancer and help even more people to understand what to look out for and feel empowered to take action if something doesn’t feel right.

“Our ambition is that by 2050 anyone diagnosed with breast cancer will live, and live well.”

Former Sports Minister and breast cancer survivor Dame Tracey Crouch said: “Inspired by others who have been through cancer, I encouraged people to check their ‘bits and bobbins’ after my own diagnosis to raise awareness of breast cancer. It’s critical that people know the signs of breast cancer and check themselves regularly, which is why the partnership between tombola and Breast Cancer Now, which will reach over a million people, is so important in the fight to tackle this disease.”