Press Releases
All Star Knockout unveiled as latest YG Masters smash hit
Second Northern Lights title in industry-leading distribution partnership programme
Yggdrasil, the innovative online gaming solutions provider, has released All Star Knockout in association with partner studio Northern Lights, the latest in the supplier’s market-leading global content distribution initiative, YG Masters.
The 5×4 reel video slot features 20 paylines and an innovative Award Board, which activates the All Star Knockout Bonus.
The Award Board has five boxes with spots for eight stars to collect as they randomly land on the reels. When a player starts a game session, 12 bonus stars are randomly awarded and populate the board. If one or more box is filled with stars, the bonus round is triggered.
During the bonus feature, players are given an initial five free spins, with an additional two free spins awarded for every box of the board that is filled during the round. When the feature is triggered, a multiplier is selected and applies to all wins.
Andrew Goodale, CEO of Northern Lights, said: “All Star Knockout is our latest creation via the YG Masters initiative and offers a colourful and exciting take on classic fruit machine symbols. With an innovative award board bonusing system, players can easily track their progress as they strive to land the lucrative free spins feature.
“Our partnership with Yggdrasil has been hugely beneficial for us and assisted us in further growing our business. We are very excited about what the future holds.”
Stuart McCarthy, Head of Partner Strategy & Sourcing at Yggdrasil, said: “All Star Knockout is an excellent addition to our the YG Masters games portfolio and another testament to the success of this element of our business which gives us fresh and innovative content from the world’s best independent studios.
“Our YG Masters programme continues to go from strength-to-strength and the launch of our Publishing division will only cement its status as one of the leading development platforms in the industry.”
As part of the introduction of its new Publishing division earlier this year, Yggdrasil has significantly updated its market leading YG Masters programme, which was first launched in 2018. The key upgrade driver is the introduction of GATI (Game Adaptation Tools & Interface) which offers a framework to build online games and is a disruptor to the existing iGaming industry.
Partners will be able to set up and run their own YG Masters across the globe with their own studio partners based on Yggdrasil’s advanced technology, framework, systems and tools. This offers clients an opportunity beyond the traditional aggregation structure, giving them unlimited potential to scale their business and realise rapid organic growth.
Conferences
HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026 Becomes History: 400 Industry Leaders Celebrate 10 Years of Impact in a Landmark Edition
The HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026 has officially concluded, marking not only the end of another exceptional edition, but the celebration of a defining milestone: 10 Years of Impact.
Bringing together nearly 400 professionals from across iGaming, technology, fintech, compliance, AI, and blockchain, this year’s summit stood as the most ambitious and dynamic edition to date — two days of high-level insights, meaningful connections, hands-on learning, and unforgettable experiences.
From early-morning wellness sessions to late-night celebrations, HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026 delivered a complete, immersive industry experience — one that will be remembered as a benchmark moment for the European Gaming & Tech ecosystem.
A Summit Designed for Insight, Strategy & Real Connections
Held on 24–25 March 2026 at OREA Hotel Andel’s Prague, the summit once again proved why it remains a cornerstone event where technology, compliance, and innovation converge.
The 10th Anniversary edition expanded into its full-scale format featuring:
- Three core conference stages
- The hands-on HIPTHER Academy
- The GamingTECH CEE Awards 2026
- Curated networking experiences across every touchpoint
The result? A boutique, high-impact environment where conversations weren’t just happening — they were shaping the next decade of the industry.
Four Stages. One Unified Vision of the Future
The summit unfolded across four stages, bringing together compliance, regulation, business strategy, and innovation into one cohesive narrative. From regulatory deep dives and enforcement trends to cross-industry discussions spanning iGaming, fintech, AI, and media, the agenda balanced specialization with meaningful dialogue between operators, suppliers, and advisors.
A standout element was the dedicated Responsible Gaming & Player Safety focus on Day 2, curated by the Institute for Gambling Regulation (IPRH). This track placed player protection and sustainable industry growth at the forefront, addressing emerging risks, early detection mechanisms, and the need for greater cross-border regulatory alignment through expert-led panels and case-driven discussions.
Elevating the conference, the HIPTHER Academy further expanded the summit’s scope into a practical learning environment, offering hands-on workshops and certifications across AI, compliance, marketing, and leadership. With a clear emphasis on real-world application, the Academy positioned itself as a platform for professionals looking to strengthen both their expertise and strategic impact.
Networking: From Morning Energy to Nights of Excellence
At HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026, networking extended far beyond the conference floor, shaping the experience from early morning and delicious breaks, to late-night celebrations.
The days began with intention, from a calming yoga session on Day 1 to the Morning Networking Run on Day 2 — blending wellness, movement, and connection in true #hipthers style.
As evening fell, the spotlight turned to recognition and celebration. The GamingTECH CEE Awards 2026 honoured the industry’s standout performers, announced in the exciting Endorphina Club Party & Awards Ceremony at Buddha-Bar Prague. As the official Awards Ceremony & Party Sponsor, Endorphina delivered a premium networking experience where prestige met Asian culture and vibrant energy.
The momentum continued with the Closing Party at Reduta Jazz Club, while the now-traditional Unofficial Karaoke Afterparty added a final, memorable touch — proving once again that the strongest connections are often built beyond the stage.
Powered by Industry Leaders: Our Sponsors
The success of HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026 was made possible thanks to the incredible support of its partners and sponsors:
- Grand Stage Sponsor: Tom Horn Gaming
- Grand Quality & Compliance Sponsor: Gaming Laboratories International (GLI)
- Silver Sponsor & Badge/Bracelet Sponsor: Kanggiten
- Awards Ceremony & Party Sponsor: Endorphina
- Lanyard Sponsor: DSTGAMING
- General Sponsors: Gaming in Poland, RM Legal, WinSpirit Casino
Their continued support reflects a shared commitment to advancing innovation, compliance, and collaboration across the industry.
A Decade of Impact — And the Next Chapter Begins
Under the theme “Decoding the Future: 10 Years of Impact,” the 2026 edition didn’t just celebrate the past — it set the tone for what comes next.
Zoltan Tündik – HIPTHER Co-Founder & Head of Business stated: “Reaching the 10-year milestone with the HIPTHER Prague Summit is a proud moment of reflection for us. With 19 years of navigating the ever-evolving media and news landscape, we have seen firsthand how vital authentic connection is to industry progress. This edition was a celebration of a decade of impact, but it was also a launchpad for our next chapter. Over the next five years, our focus is on consolidation. We are deepening our roots in the CEE, D-A-CH, Baltic, and Nordic regions. However, we aren’t standing still. We are thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of the HIPTHER Balkans Summit in 2027, and we are keeping a very close watch on North America. The market there is ripe for the unique ‘HIPTHER-style’ of boutique, high-value networking, and I suspect we may have some surprises in store for that region very soon.”
Get ready for the next great chapter starting next year — Save the Date & Join us: 23–24 March 2027
Over the last decade, HIPTHER Prague Summit has grown into a trusted platform for knowledge-sharing, cross-border dialogue, and real business connections, bringing together regulators, operators, innovators, and decision-makers shaping the future of Gaming & Tech .
And if this edition proved anything, it’s that the next decade will be even bigger.
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Bonus Rush
RAW iGaming launches BONUS RUSH® – a new family of feature-focused games
RAW iGaming has unveiled BONUS RUSH®, a revolutionary slot game family designed to put players front and center in the moments they love most: the bonus features.
With BONUS RUSH®, RAW flips the traditional slot formula on its head. Instead of spreading RTP between the base game and bonus rounds, these titles allocate the entire RTP to the feature rounds, transforming the base game into a gateway to the main event. The result is faster, more intense gameplay where bonus features trigger more often and deliver the full potential of the game’s rewards.
Less Waiting, More Action
In classic slots, players often endure long base-game sessions before reaching the excitement of bonus rounds. BONUS RUSH® changes that, focusing gameplay on rapid access to the moments that define the experience. By concentrating value in the feature rounds, the format delivers a highly focused, adrenaline-packed gameplay loop that players crave.
Designed to be compatible with a wide range of regulated markets, BONUS RUSH® allows operators to offer feature-centric experiences without relying on bonus purchases or optional gameplay mechanics.
Launch Title: Fortune Teller’s Charm 6 BONUS RUSH
The first game in the series, Fortune Teller’s Charm 6 BONUS RUSH, immerses players in a mystical world of fortune tellers, magical charms, and enchanting rewards. Built on RAW’s RAWVerse Arena, the game combines rich visuals with a feature-driven structure that draws players quickly into the bonus rounds carrying the full reward potential.
This title marks the beginning of a rapidly expanding BONUS RUSH® portfolio, with multiple themes and mechanics planned for release in the coming months.
Expanding RAW’s Innovation Portfolio
BONUS RUSH® joins RAW’s lineup of proprietary gameplay formats, including SuperSlice®, SuperTracks®, SuperSymbols®, Smash Pots
, and Scatter Magnets
, all designed to deliver distinctive, engaging content for operators and players alike.
“Players love bonus rounds—they’re the peaks of excitement,” said Thomas Wood, CEO of RAW iGaming. “With BONUS RUSH®, we’ve designed an entirely new gameplay structure that brings players straight to those moments and makes them the heart of the experience. It’s another example of RAW focusing on innovation that truly changes the way games are played.”
What’s Next
Fortune Teller’s Charm 6 BONUS RUSH will be available to operators via RAW’s distribution network starting April 9th. Following this launch, RAW will release Scatters Matter BONUS RUSH and Popeye & Olive Oyl BONUS RUSH, with many more titles scheduled to follow.
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BIS SIGMA SOUTH AMERICA 2026
PG Soft secures key sponsorship at BiS SiGMA South America 2026
PG Soft, a world-class digital mobile games company, has secured a high-profile sponsorship agreement for the upcoming BiS SiGMA South America 2026 event in São Paulo, Brazil. The event will take place from April 6th to 9th at the Transamerica Expo Center.
BiS SiGMA South America is a four-day event where leading stakeholders in the global iGaming ecosystem come together to network, discuss new ideas, and grow their businesses in Latin America’s most influential market. The event has doubled in size since last year and now features three dual-language stages.
During the event, PG Soft’s branding will feature at the Registration Counter where attendees begin their BiS SiGMA experience. Additionally, PG Soft’s branded Welcome Arches will also mark two important exits connecting the main halls to the lobby.
Brazil represents a key market for PG Soft, and this sponsorship underscores the company’s dedication to strengthening its presence across Latin America.
PG Soft’s spokesperson commented: “Brazil is one of our prime markets and Bis SiGMA is the perfect venue to showcase our commitment to this market. We are really looking forward to meaningful conversation with operators and partners throughout this summit.”
The post PG Soft secures key sponsorship at BiS SiGMA South America 2026 appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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