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Dr. Laila Mintas Joins ADvantage as Venture Partner
Expert in sports betting and analytics joins global venture capital firm
ADvantage, a leading venture capital firm that invests in sports technology, is excited to announce the appointment of Dr. Laila Mintas as Venture Partner. With over two decades of experience in the sports industry, Dr. Mintas will play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and nurturing emerging startups in the sector.
Dr. Mintas joins ADvantage at a time of rapid growth in the sports technology space, where innovation in fan engagement, betting and iGaming, and wearable technology is increasingly in demand. Her deep knowledge of the industry and extensive network will be invaluable as Advantage drives forward its mission to shape the future of sports.
“We are thrilled to welcome Laila to the ADvantage team,” said Alex Bente, Managing Partner at ADvantage. “I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know her over the past couple of years, and her unique background gives her unmatched insights. She is a world-class expert in sports data, analytics, fantasy, and betting with an extensive network in the industry. We’re excited to work more closely with her as we continue to back the best and brightest entrepreneurs in our industry.”
Having held pivotal roles in global organizations such as FIFA and Sportradar, Dr. Mintas brings over 20 years of experience and a proven track record of success in sports technology with a focus on sports betting and iGaming. An active investor, she has built a portfolio of investments in the fan engagement, sports betting, and iCasino-tech industries.
“Joining ADvantage represents an exciting opportunity to leverage my experience in sports and gaming technology,” said Dr. Mintas. “I am passionate about supporting innovative companies that are redefining the sports landscape globally. Together with the talented team at ADvantage, I look forward to fostering the next generation of sports tech entrepreneurs.”
“Technology has reshaped fan engagement into interactive, immersive experience. Today’s sports enthusiasts demand experiences that foster a two-way relationship with their favorite teams and athletes. We are looking to invest into companies that are redefining what it means to be a fan in this digital age.”
In 2024, Dr. Mintas was chosen as a judge for numerous prestigious awards in the sports betting and iGaming Industry, including the SBC Awards, Global Gaming Awards Americas, Global OTT Sports Awards, the GGB Gaming & Technology Awards, and the iGB Most Influential Women Awards. Throughout her career, she was awarded the Leaders in Sports U 40 Award, the SBJ Game Changers Award, the International Award for Women in the Gaming Industry – Inspiration of the Year, the SBJ´s Power Player Sports Betting Award, the Business Insider´s Leaders of the Sports Betting Industry Award, and the GGB Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 Award.
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Burning Classics 2 is here to ignite your winnings with all the fiery thrills of the original, plus even hotter rewards!
The sequel to our most popular game, Burning Classics, keeps the classic 5×3 grid and 20 variable paylines, along with the iconic stacked symbols, including stacked wilds. The Free Spins feature returns, with retriggers, and the scatter payouts have been cranked up: 5 Scatters now award 5000x, up from 2000x in the original, adding even more excitement to each spin.
During the base game, any scatters which land in view will be collected. The collector can activate on any spin, awarding the Free Spins bonus! The game also introduces Mystery Symbols, which reveal a common symbol, and Burning Mystery Stacks, which guarantee a win and can lead to higher payouts. You can even gamble for double or nothing or quadruple or nothing in the base game.
Ready for a fiery spin? Burning Classics 2 takes the action to a whole new level, with bigger wins, thrilling features and plenty of chances to turn up the heat!
Craig Asling, Director of Games at Booming Games: “Burning Classics 2 takes everything players loved about the original and turns up the heat. With boosted scatter payouts, fiery new Mystery features and the same timeless gameplay, this sequel delivers explosive excitement and even hotter winning potential.”
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Play’n GO heads skyward with Rosy Orbit Treasure Turn™, a radiant slot where gravity is optional and innovation is key.
A mysterious princess, a faithful fox, and a cherished rose – Play’n GO blends character-driven charm and fresh mechanics in Rosy Orbit Treasure Turn™. Set on a tiny, enchanted planet spinning through the cosmos, this 5×5 cascading slot introduces a whimsical new character through narrative-led gameplay. While the storyline gently evokes fables of solitude and curiosity, it’s the inventive Treasure Turn™ mechanic that keeps the reels in motion.
The signature Treasure Turn™ feature rotates the entire reel 90 degrees counter-clockwise after a win, sliding symbols into new positions before cascading continues. This unusual twist opens unexpected opportunities with each move, especially when large 2×2 symbols drop in. These oversized icons don’t just take up space – they crush smaller symbols beneath them to build multipliers, combining narrative weight with mechanical purpose. Occasional meteor and starfalls bring Wilds and destruction to the reels, offering controlled chaos that suits the game’s dreamlike setting.
Fans of Play’n GO’s more character-led stories – like the Moon Princess or Tales of Asgard series – will find a similar tone here. Yet Rosy Orbit Treasure Turn™ is its own creation, with its gentle pace and cosmic visuals complementing the more strategic gameplay of its cascading feature.
Magnus Wallentin, Games Ambassador at Play’n GO, said: “We’re always exploring new ways to enhance gameplay, and the Treasure Turn™ mechanic lets players engage with the slot world in a more dynamic, spatial way. It’s an entirely fresh spin – quite literally!”
Play’n GO has delivered a poetic yet potent game where movement, story, and design orbit one another seamlessly.
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Spinomenal, the leading iGaming content provider, has amplified the reach of its slots portfolio in Italy following a tie-up with leading content operator, E-Play24.
Spinomenal’s latest Italian collaboration supercharges its expansion in the region, as its games become ever more accessible in the regulated market. E-Play24 now has access to Spinomenal’s extensive portfolio of popular hits, including Rooster Mayhem, Majestic King and Book of Aphrodite. The integration of Spinomenal’s games into the E-Play24 offering is being carried out via the Exalogic platform, ensuring a smooth and efficient rollout.
Spinomenal CEO, Lior Shvartz commented: “E-Play24 has quickly risen to become a major provider of online casino content to Italian-facing operators, and we’re very happy to call them a partner. E-Play24 and its network will give our titles the chance to be enjoyed by even more Italian players.”
E-Play24 Head of Operations, Alessandro Grasso added: “We’re totally committed to delivering the best content on the market and we believe that Spinomenal’s extensive library of slots will be well received within our network.”
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