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Week 42/2020 slot games releases

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6 years ago

October 16, 2020

George Miller

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Here are this weeks latest slots releases!

Evoplay Entertainment is taking players to the high seas in pursuit of buried treasure in its new slot, Jolly Treasures. With a maximum prize of more than x3000, the latest addition to Evoplay Entertainment’s acclaimed 100+ portfolio provides buccaneering bettors with a thrilling opportunity to discover the ocean’s most legendary riches. Seafaring players who brave the high seas will be rewarded with an invitation to Treasure Island where the main game’s action takes place. With three types of surprise bonuses lying in wait, players can sail to the Cave of Skull, where Free Spin and Dead Man’s Chest await those who brave the waves without walking the plank.

Making room for a new mechanic in Nolimit’s ‘x’ series, the Malta based Software Provider pushes boundaries with another groundbreaking mechanic to compliment the series of already iconic titles that sport the trademarked xWays and xNudge mechanics. A mechanic meshed harmoniously with a great game theme. Monkey’s Gold xPays offers players an immersive experience with mesmerizing lost relics theme. Offering a 6×6 reel set, paying left to right and a simulated max potential payout of 12,683 times the bet. A game that’s challenges players to go further and experience a bonus unlike any other.

BF Games has launched Stunning Hot 20 Deluxe Remastered is a 5 reels, 3 rows, timeless fruit slot with simple and retro game play and is one BF Games’ all-time popular slots. As part of the new Remastered series, the game has been enhanced with modern graphics and a fresh soundtrack for an even more immersive experience. The game’s scatter symbol, the star, can land anywhere on the reels and packs one of the highest payouts. The game also features a gamble mode, where players have the chance to double their winnings by simple wagering on a red or black card to be drawn.

R. Franco Digital has unveiled TIME LAB II – Olympic Games, its latest slot in the time traveler series, available via Wanabet and all other operators across its global network. Launched across its Spanish network last week, the game has already begun to smash R Franco Digital records – attracting a surge in players with a series that has become The game follows the hugely successful launch of TIME LAB earlier in the year, featuring fan favourite Dr. Random, who takes players on an epic adventure through the ages, encountering a range of exhilarating wilds, respins, and bonuses along the way. The 5X3 title with 30 paylines showcases a highly responsive user interface optimised for desktop and mobile devices, taking adventure-loving players on an immersive journey through Ancient Greece.

Yggdrasil, the innovative online gaming solutions provider, and YG Masters studio partner Northern Lights have released the Program’s second slot title, Rock the Cash Bar, using Yggdrasil’s ground-breaking Game Adaptation Tools & Interface (GATI) technology. Rock the Cash Bar, a 5×3 slot, introduces the ‘AnyWays’ win mechanic and is packed full of features as players progress through a wild night at the disco. With classic fruit symbols joining classy cocktails and neon Wilds on the reels, the Wild Night Out bonus can send spotlights roaming across the game looking for lucky symbols, which turn wild if the spotlight sticks on them, while also guaranteeing a winning spin.

Wazdan has unveiled the latest addition to its Power of Gods: Egypt. Transporting players to the banks of the Nile where the awe-inspiring gods Ra, Sobek, Isis and Bastet rule the reels, the 243-ways-to-win slot is packed with features. With four possible free spin modes, players will be eagerly hunting scatter symbols on the reels. To trigger the Ra Free Spins, players must collect seven scarab symbols from the reels. These can be collected over a number of spins, but they must collect the scarabs in consecutive spins or the count resets to zero. If all seven are found, players are whisked to the sun god’s realm, where a 7x multiplier awaits along with walking expanding wilds, leading to fearsome wins.

Play’n GO are celebrating the Halloween season with their most recent game offering, the 5-reel slot title Helloween. Helloween is a slot based around what has become known as ‘spooky season’, and includes a lively soundtrack from the German metal power band Helloween. The slot takes tracks from their ground-breaking albums Keeper of the Seven Keys Part I and Part II. The company is not always one to bring out ‘seasonal games’. Last year they opted to release the innovative “honeycomb” gridslot Honey Rush instead of a Halloween based title like some of their competitors, an unusual move that paid off with Honey Rush’s popularity.

Booongo has released its latest addition to the company’s growing Hold and Win portfolio with new hit Scarab Temple. Set in the mystical sands of Ancient Egypt, the 3×5, 25 payline slot brings all the classic features of a Booongo Hold and Win title and more chances than ever to uncover riches. If six or more mystery Scarab symbols are collected, the Hold and Win respins is triggered, where players are granted three respins as they look to collect even more Scarabs, all of which have a monetary value. If all 15 mystery Scarabs are collected, players will win the incredible Grand Jackpot of 1,000x their stake.

Yggdrasil, the innovative global online gaming solutions provider, has released its latest thrilling title, Hyperburst, featuring a tropical volcano overflowing with hot cash prizes. The 6×4, 25 payline video slot offers players the chance to win more than 12,000x their stake as every win triggers a respin, with larger symbols and higher multipliers unlocked as new wins erupt. During a respin, a lava flow will run down multiple reels, melting them to one big reel where gigantic symbols of up to 4×4 can land. This is repeated during every respin, further enhancing win potential. The multiplier can continue to rise until it is 10x on every spin, as long as wins continue to burst from the volcano.

Altenar

Altenar Extends Sportsbook Partnership with Anakatech Following Strong Growth

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21 minutes ago

June 15, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Altenar, a leading sportsbook platform provider, and Anakatech Interactive Limited have agreed to extend their long-term sportsbook technology partnership, reinforcing continued collaboration across key regulated markets.

Anakatech Interactive Limited, established in 2013, develops a powerful gaming platform built in-house with its own game studios producing 220+ online and mobile-friendly scratch, slot, crash, table and lottery games, and this broader gaming expertise underpins its growing sportsbook and casino operations.

The partnership spans key regulated markets, with a strong focus on the UK, where Anakatech operates brands such as Betnero and Luckymate.The renewal reflects strong commercial performance and sustained business growth driven by the partnership.

Under the agreement, Anakatech will continue to leverage Altenar’s fully managed sportsbook solution across its portfolio, supporting both existing brand expansion and the planned launch of new brands.

The decision to extend the partnership was driven by solid performance and consistent month-on-month growth, with Anakatech achieving more than 103% growth over the past 18 months while operating on Altenar’s platform.

The deal also reflects Anakatech’s confidence in Altenar’s stable and scalable environment, with the operator also highlighting the value of receiving not only core platform delivery, but also tailored support aligned with its specific business needs.

Altenar provides Anakatech with a fully managed sportsbook solution including:

End-to-end sportsbook platform management
Advanced risk management tools
Customised betting markets
24/7 operational and technical support
Ongoing product enhancements and feature development aligned with operator needs

Vasilis Betzelos, Head of Commercial Account Managers at Altenar, said: “We are pleased to continue our partnership with Anakatech Interactive Limited. The growth they have achieved demonstrates the strength of the collaboration, and we remain committed to supporting their continued expansion across existing and new brands.”

Ivan Di Pieri, Head of Sportsbook at Anakatech, said: “Adding a sportsbook vertical to our range of services has been a long-considered move. We are pleased to partner with one of the industry’s top providers and are confident that our offering will continue to improve over time.”

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Baltics

HIPTHER Baltics 2026 Concludes Landmark Three-City Series, Bringing Together 430 Industry Leaders

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21 minutes ago

June 15, 2026

Wladimir P.

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HIPTHER proudly concludes the inaugural edition of its expanded HIPTHER Baltics 2026 conference series, successfully bringing together a total of 430 participants across three dedicated events in Vilnius, Riga, and Tallinn.

Building on the legacy of the MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit and introducing a new, country-focused format, HIPTHER Baltics 2026 delivered three high-impact conferences designed around the most pressing regulatory, technological, and business developments shaping the Baltic and Nordic regions. The series focused on creating meaningful dialogue between regulators, operators, fintech leaders, technology innovators, legal experts, investors, and compliance professionals.

The 2026 edition featured:

HIPTHER Baltics: Vilnius – iGaming Regulation & Fintech Integration
HIPTHER Baltics: Riga – Cross-Border Compliance & Player Protection
HIPTHER Baltics & Nordics: Tallinn – Digital Governance & Startup Innovation

Vilnius: Exploring Lithuania’s Regulatory Transformation

The series launched on 21 April in Vilnius, where discussions focused on Lithuania’s evolving regulatory landscape and the increasing convergence of fintech, payments, blockchain, and iGaming.

Industry leaders examined topics including MiCA implementation, AML requirements, digital assets, banking transformation, tokenisation, AI adoption in financial services, next-generation payments, and the growing role of compliance in sustainable business growth. The event marked the beginning of a new chapter for Baltic-focused industry conversations and set the tone for the months ahead.

Riga: Regulation, Risk and Growth in a Changing Market

On 11 May, HIPTHER Baltics arrived in Riga, bringing together experts from gaming, fintech, legal, compliance, and technology sectors for a day dedicated to practical business realities.

Key conversations addressed responsible gaming, player protection, AML implementation, fraud prevention, AI in supervision and taxation, payments innovation, cross-border licensing, data protection, affiliate marketing, and the transition from traditional SEO to AI-powered discoverability. The Riga edition highlighted how businesses can remain compliant while continuing to innovate and grow in increasingly regulated environments.

Tallinn: Digital Governance Meets Innovation

The series concluded on 2 June in Tallinn, one of Europe’s most digitally advanced capitals.

The event explored the intersection of digital governance, startup ecosystems, digital identity, compliance, investment, fintech innovation, and iGaming. Discussions ranged from eIDAS 2.0 and trusted digital onboarding to sustainable player acquisition, operational partnerships, AI-powered business growth, and the future of digital societies.

Tallinn also hosted the HIPTHER Baltic & Nordics Gaming Awards 2026, celebrating excellence across operators, suppliers, technology providers, and industry leaders from the Baltic and Nordic regions.

Beyond Conferences: Building a Regional Community

Throughout all three events, participants benefited from curated networking opportunities and practical learning sessions through the HIPTHER Academy, HIPTHER’s educational platform focused on delivering hands-on skills, professional development, and industry certifications.

The combination of boutique-format events, high-level content, and meaningful networking once again demonstrated why the Baltics continue to attract increasing attention as a hub for innovation, regulation, and cross-border collaboration.

Looking Ahead – HIPTHER Baltics 2027

Reflecting on the success of the series, Zoltan Tündik, Co-Founder and Head of Business at HIPTHER, commented: “We are incredibly proud of what we achieved across the Baltics in 2026, but this is only the beginning. The success of the three-city series has provided us with valuable insights, feedback, and inspiration that we are already incorporating into the planning of HIPTHER Baltics 2027. The Baltics have a unique energy when it comes to business events, innovation, and networking, and we are excited to continue growing alongside this vibrant community. Our commitment remains the same: delivering meaningful conversations, practical learning opportunities, and exceptional networking experiences that bring together the region’s most influential stakeholders.”

After the successful completion of HIPTHER Baltics 2026 and the overwhelmingly positive feedback received from participants, the #hipthers team is already working on an exciting and enhanced next edition.

With the HIPTHER Warsaw Summit set to take place on 27–28 October 2026 and an ambitious roadmap for 2027–2030 already taking shape, HIPTHER continues its mission of connecting industries, markets, and ideas through premium learning, meaningful networking, and cross-border collaboration across Europe.

About HIPTHER

HIPTHER is a media hub and events organizer serving the Gaming and Technology industries, including Fintech, Blockchain, Crypto, AI, Cybersecurity, Compliance, and Digital Innovation. Through its conferences, media platforms, awards programs, and community initiatives, HIPTHER connects decision-makers, innovators, regulators, and business leaders across Europe and beyond.

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iGaming

NyesteCasino.com Reports: iGaming Industry Navigates Dual Pressures of Regulation and Growth

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June 15, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Norwich, United Kingdom, June 15th, 2026, PlayNewswire

NyesteCasino.com, a leading iGaming analysis resource, released its latest industry overview, highlighting a week defined by intensifying regulatory scrutiny alongside continued global market expansion.

From U.S. Senate hearings and a widening circuit split to the localisation of crypto casinos and a surge in World Cup betting activity, iGaming operators have been balancing risk management with aggressive growth strategies.

Over the past week, the global iGaming sector has faced two powerful and often conflicting forces. Regulators across the United States, Europe, Southeast Asia, and South America have tightened rules around prediction markets, sweepstakes casinos, and credit card usage for deposits. At the same time, online gambling platforms, content providers, and policy advisors have accelerated product innovation and executed timely, region-specific sports marketing campaigns.

According to NyesteCasino.com’s team, these developments signal a broader structural transition across the industry—one in which compliance agility is rapidly becoming as critical to success as product quality. Despite increasing regulatory headwinds, the pace of innovation and market demand continues to point toward sustained sector growth.

Prediction Markets: Courtrooms, Congress, and Cross-Border Bans

The week started with a long-awaited US Senate Commerce Subcommittee gathering. The hearing named “No Sure Bets” took place on May 20 under Chair Marsha Blackburn, and Blackburn indicated more sessions were to come. The debate between American Gaming Association CEO Bill Miller and former Congressman Patrick McHenry quickly turned into a clash over the future of prediction markets. While Miller named the sports event contracts as backdoor betting operations bypassing the state licences, tax regulations, and integrity safeguards, McHenry talked on behalf of the Coalition for Prediction Markets and opposed him, stating that the current CFTC supervision is working perfectly.

On 22 May, a panel from the Ninth Circuit rejected the stay requests filed by both Kalshi and Polymarket, refusing to halt state enforcement proceedings in Nevada and Washington, which complicated the legal situation even more. The court ruled that a federal preemption defence under the Commodity Exchange Act cannot, on its own, establish federal jurisdiction. The ongoing disagreement in the appeals court of New Jersey, which had previously upheld a Kalshi injunction, has gained strength with this decision. Moreover, the process leading to a Supreme Court review of state jurisdiction over event contracts has accelerated even more.

Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs categorised Polymarket as an online gambling site, disregarding its crypto-based structure, and has requested a national ban on the market platform on May 25. The reason for this request was a viral contract regarding whether President Prabowo Subianto would resign before the end of his term in October 2029. The contract generated a trading volume of approximately $46,000. The number of jurisdictions where Polymarket is inaccessible is growing, exceeding 33 around the world now, including India, Brazil, and Singapore, among other new blockers.

State-Level Regulations: An Anti-Sweepstakes Bill from Tennessee

There have also been state-level restrictions in Tennessee on online gambling law. During the same week, Governor Bill Lee signed two vital bills. Senate Bill 2136 made Tennessee the ninth US state banning sweepstake casinos and dual-currency systems completely, which grants the attorney general the power to enforce it. And according to the SB 1992, the second bill signed by the governor, anyone who deliberately influences the outcome of an event whilst holding a prediction market contract will be charged with a Class E felony. It is expected that these bills will guide other state legislatures who are planning similar regulations at the moment.

Europe and Brazil: Tax Proposals, Ad Restrictions, and Credit Bans

The European Parliament held a plenary debate on May 20 on a proposed EU-level gambling levy. Budget Commissioner Piotr Serafin confirmed the Commission is actively assessing the option alongside digital services and crypto-asset levies as part of the next Multiannual Financial Framework. Proponent MEP Victor Negrescu estimated the levy could raise between €2 and €4 billion annually for education, youth, and addiction prevention programmes. Opponents from EPP and ECR blocs raised concerns over subsidiarity, competitiveness, and national tax sovereignty, with any operational package targeted for January 2028.

Belgium’s Kansspelcommissie and the Netherlands Gambling Authority separately issued formal World Cup advertising warnings to licensed operators ahead of the June 11 to July 19 FIFA tournament. France’s ANJ flagged a year-on-year rise of more than 25% in operator marketing budgets as the tournament approaches. Meanwhile, Brazil formalised rules on May 25 to close off Pix Crédito as a deposit method on regulated betting platforms, a move prompted in part by a Folha de São Paulo audit revealing that major banks including Bradesco and Banco do Brasil, were still processing credit transfers into betting accounts as recently as mid-May.

Editorial Perspective

“What this week makes clear is that the iGaming sector is entering a phase where regulatory IQ is as strategically important as product development,” said the editorial team at NyesteCasino.com. “The prediction markets debate alone spans courtrooms, congressional hearings, and international bans and it is far from resolved. Operators who can track and adapt to this multi-jurisdictional complexity while still executing on World Cup campaigns and localisation strategies will be best positioned for the second half of 2026.”

About NyesteCasino.com

NyesteCasino.com is a leading independent iGaming review and analysis platform. The editorial team tracks regulatory developments, operator news, and product releases across global markets to help players and industry professionals navigate the evolving online casino landscape. Users can learn more at nyestecasino.com.