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ARC AND 1/ST TO OFFER GREATER INTERNATIONAL RACING OPPORTUNITIES
Arena Racing Company (“ARC”), Britain’s largest racing group, and 1/ST, North America’s preeminent Thoroughbred racing and pari-mutuel wagering company, today announce a new partnership to open new opportunities across some of their feature races.
The winners of a selection of prestigious races at Doncaster Racecourse, home of the Betfred St Leger Stakes, the World’s Oldest Classic, will be offered free entry to races across 1/ST’s portfolio of elite tracks in the United States, including for the inaugural California Crown race day at Santa Anita Park on 28 September, and on the prestigious Pegasus World Cup program held at Gulfstream Park on 25 January 2025.
At the upcoming Betfred St Leger Festival, the winner of the Group 2 Betfred May Hill Stakes will receive an invitation, with no fees attached, to the $500,000 Pegasus World Cup Filly and Mare Turf Invitational (GII), run over 1m 1/16f at Gulfstream Park in January 2025. Equally, the winner of the Carlsberg Danish Pilsner Flying Childers Stakes will receive free entry to the $750,000 California Crown Eddie D. Turf Sprint (GII), run over 6½ furlongs at Santa Anita Park at the end of September.
For the first time, Season 12 of the All-Weather Championships will open Finals Day qualification to any horse running three times over the season on an artificial surface in the USA, in addition to runs in the UK, Ireland or France.
As such, the winner of the Carousel Club Handicap at Gulfstream Park on 25 January will receive free entry to the All-Weather Championships Mile Final at Newcastle Racecourse on Good Friday, with two other qualifying runs. Season 12 of the All-Weather Championships begins in October 2024 across the six all-weather racecourses in Britain culminating with £1,000,000 Finals Day at Newcastle on Good Friday, 18 April 2025.
In addition to the free entry to each of these races, ARC and 1/ST will support the connections of any qualifying horse with a subsidy towards their travel.
This agreement follows on from the recent announcement of a new strategic alliance between ARC, 1/ST, Tabcorp and Racecourse Media Group to create a network of rights holders that will distribute content across multiple international markets.
Director of Media and International at ARC, Brendan Parnell, said: “We are delighted to announce this partnership with 1/ST to offer the winners of two of the most high-profile races during the Betfred St Leger Festival the opportunity to take up some exciting opportunities in the USA.
“Likewise, in extending the qualification criteria for the All-Weather Championships, and the link with Gulfstream Park, we hope that we might look to add some further international interest in the £1,000,000 Good Friday fixture, alongside the long standing Irish and French participation.”
Aidan Butler, President of 1/ST, said: “We’re thrilled to expand our existing partnership with ARC. Working with Doncaster and its revered St Leger Festival is truly a privilege, while we’re also looking forward to sending over a horse for the All-Weather Championships next Spring at Newcastle. Collectively, we’re playing our part to bring US and UK racing closer together across elite races on all surfaces.
“By coupling timeless tradition to forward-thinking innovation, via newly-conceived concepts like the California Crown at Santa Anita Park on 28 September (California’s richest day of racing outside the Breeders’ Cup), we will only build on this association and progressive program in the years ahead. At 1/ST, our goal is always the betterment of top-class international fields, a cornerstone project in growing and sustaining the sport we love on both sides of the pond.”
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Week 41/2024 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming
PG Soft has released its Japanese-inspired slot, Oishi Delights. PG Soft’s Asian adventure transpires within a bright and celebratory festival atmosphere, surrounded by grand pagodas. The game sits within a 5-reel, 8-row layout featuring multipliers reaching as high as x1024.
TaDa Gaming invites players to dive deep into the underwater kingdom in Poseidon and experience a game like no other in this six rows, six reels plus bonus seventh multiplier reel slot. A treasure trove of features gives players access to Cascading Reels, Free Spins, Multipliers to 500x in the bonus game, the unique Elimination Round and 20,000x max bet win.
Nolimit City takes players back to the gritty arcades of the ’80s with their latest release, Brute Force. It’s a blast from the past, where Joshua and Jason square off against Hyper, the ruthless alien overlord hell-bent on Earth’s destruction. It’s pure arcade nostalgia, but with that signature Nolimit punch. Unlike some of Nolimit City’s more complex releases this year – Fire in the Hole 2, Loner or Kenneth Must Die. Brute Force dials it back, stripping away the complexity for a straightforward, old-school experience.
Play’n GO introduces Stepping Diamonds, the latest 5×3 sparkling addition to their diverse slot game portfolio. Stepping Diamonds invites players to enter a glamorous casino world filled with gleaming gems, classic fruit symbols, and a luxurious suite of animations. The game marries the timeless charm of traditional fruit machines with Play’n GO’s innovative gameplay, promising a captivating experience that appeals to both newcomers and seasoned slot enthusiasts.
Spinomenal has rekindled its Folktales series with the release of Fairytale Beauties 2. This fantastical journey stars Rapunzel, Cinderella, Belle from Beauty and the Beast and Princess Aurora the star of Sleeping Beauty. Each of the heroines has their own magical Free Spins feature that will trigger with three or more full-sized scattered free spins symbols. Every time players discover three or more Free Spins symbols, they will embark on the next consecutive quest in search of riches.
Gaming Corps is excited to announce the release of Lobster Hotspot 2: Even Hotter, the sequel to the hugely popular Lobster Hotpot. This exciting and vibrant underwater adventure invites players to dive back into the ocean’s depths in search of mouth-watering lobsters and huge prizes. With up to 10,000x the player’s stake up for grabs, this aquatic adventure teems with exciting awards and bonuses waiting to be discovered. The action unfolds across a 5-reel, 3-row grid, with 10 active paylines on every single spin
Make some noise for Howling for Gold, a brand-new online slot joining Booming Games’ ever evolving wolfpack this month. From 10th October, you’ll be able to sink your teeth into this fantastic 5×4 game – and you don’t even have to wait for the full moon to appear! Set to the backdrop of aurora borealis — or the Northern Lights to you and me — you’ll take to the reels, where a single spin can trigger anything between 6 and 15 mystery symbols. They’ll then appear anywhere, transforming into the same symbol, leading to big payouts. And that’s just one of the ways you can strike gold on this sparkling slot.
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Galaxsys Expands Its Presence in Africa by Partnering with Betika
Galaxsys, a leading provider of innovative gaming solutions, is excited to announce its strategic partnership with Betika, one of Africa’s premier sports betting platforms. This collaboration will allow Galaxsys to provide its rich portfolio of high-quality games to Betika, which boasts a large player base across multiple African markets including Kenya, Ghana, DRC and Tanzania, and has been a prominent operator since 2016.
Thanks to this exciting partnership, players in these key markets will gain access to over 30 engaging titles, including popular games such as Crash, Rocketon, Crasher, Cash Show, Starlight. This diverse portfolio blends skill-based and fast-paced games, offering a unique experience on Betika’s well-established and continually growing platform.
Teni Grigoryan, Chief Sales and Partner Management Officer at Galaxsys, expressed her enthusiasm about the collaboration: “We’re thrilled to team up with Betika, a major player in the African gaming scene. This partnership is a significant milestone for us as we expand into a region, we’ve been eager to connect with. Betika’s impressive reach across more than 10 African countries and its deep understanding of local player preferences make it the perfect partner. Together, we’re set to bring our innovative content to a broader audience and create something special for gamers across the continent.”
Betika’s Chief Product Officer, Peter Stagles also shared his satisfaction following the signing, stating, “Partnering with Galaxsys is an exciting opportunity for Betika as we continue to enhance our gaming offerings. Their innovative game portfolio perfectly complements our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences to our players. We are eager to bring these exciting new titles to our audience across Africa and look forward to a successful collaboration that will set new standards in the gaming industry.”
This partnership marks a pivotal moment for Galaxsys as it aligns with the company’s strategy to reach new audiences and soar to new heights in the African market. With Betika’s extensive experience and strong market position, both companies are poised for a successful journey ahead.
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OKTO Announces Partnership with Octavian Lab
OKTO, a leading provider of payment solutions, has announced a partnership with Octavian Lab, a well-established online gaming platform provider in Italy. Octavian has integrated OKTO’s open-loop wallet solution, OKTO.WALLET, enabling all its operator partners to be ready for the new PVR-related decree. This launch is aligned with current and forthcoming regulatory requirements, reinforcing OKTO’s commitment to expanding its presence in Italy with secure, compliant and user-friendly payment innovations.
The OKTO.WALLET service empowers Octavian’s operator partners and their clientele with a frictionless payment experience, enabling instant deposits and withdrawals while maintaining full compliance with Italy’s stringent regulatory standards. OKTO’s wallet solution is specifically tailored to meet the requirements of the new PVR-related decree and is certified by iTech Labs and Quinel, ensuring compliance with the Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM), Italy’s primary gaming regulatory authority.
OKTO.WALLET offers a seamless solution for cash-to-online payments, allowing users to continue enjoying cash deposits and withdrawals for their online gaming activities in a compliant way. With the addition of the OKTO Visa Card, the eWallet solution is further strengthened, giving users easy access to their funds anytime, anywhere.
“We are proud to partner with Octavian to introduce OKTO.WALLET to the Italian market. This integration underscores our commitment to providing compliant, secure, and advanced payment solutions that align with the evolving regulatory landscape and cater to the diverse needs of both iGaming operators and players,” said Dante Micucci, OKTO’s Country Manager Italy.
The integration with Octavian is just the beginning. Several prominent online gaming operators using the Octavian platform are preparing to unveil OKTO.WALLET to their customers, further enhancing the safety and efficiency of payment solutions in the Italian gaming market.
“We’re thrilled to offer our operators a seamless and compliant solution that meets the evolving needs of both the market and regulatory requirements. This partnership with OKTO reinforces our dedication to delivering advanced payment solutions that prioritize user convenience and security, setting a new standard for the Italian iGaming sector,” said Andrés Galan Chillon, Manager of Sales from Octavian Lab.
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