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Week 45/2021 slot games releases
Here are this weeks latest slots releases!
Yggdrasil, the leading worldwide publisher of online gambling content, has partnered with G Games for the peaceful hit Serendipity. Set amongst tranquil valleys and cherry blossom-filled fields, the 3×5 slot offers 10 paylines, with Lady Luck herself acting as a wild and a multiplier. Three or more Scatter symbols, represented by an Orb, will trigger free spins, while it is also a paying symbol. Once the free spins mode is triggered, a wheel will be spun to determine the multiplier, which will be applied to all wins.
Slotmill release Merlin’s Fortune, its biggest release yet! Merlin’s fortune is a 6×4 avalanche video slot with up to 262144 betways and a max win of 10000x bet. This feature packed game includes Merlin’s Expansion, Free Spins and a transformation feature. Merlin’s Fortune is the first Slotmill game to feature ‘Fast Track’. This new feature allows players to go directly to Bonus Games, Free Spins and special features. ‘Fast Track’ will be tailored for each game and will also include features which aren’t available during normal gameplay.
Endorphina’s new classic slot game with 3-reels, 3-rows and 5 paylines will surely end this year with a bang. All prizes are for combinations of a kind. Matching symbols except for the Scatter symbol should be on enabled paylines and adjacent reels, starting from the leftmost. Scatter wins and line wins are also added. Scatter symbols count on any position on the reels. For the numbers of Scatter symbols and combinations on each enabled payline, only the highest win is paid.
Spinomenal, has released its Lucky Jack – Tut’s Treasures title, the first instalment of an epic Lucky Jack slots series. Players are transported into an ancient world where the intrepid explorer, Lucky Jack, must navigate a dangerous adventure to uncover the secret of Tut’s Golden Treasures. This title is bristling with thrilling features which include the Power Spin, Grand Finale and Bonus Game. Power Spin has the potential to appear during the main game and when doing so will remove particular symbols from the reels for the current session. Wild symbols increase chances of winnings when found on the reels.
Play’n GO explore a darker theme for their players with their latest Dynamic Payways title, The Last Sundown. It’s the end of the world. Literally. Earth has become a wasteland and the fight to survive becomes increasingly tricky as resources are controlled by vicious warlords Tuco and Lauro. Two resilient siblings, Rae and Devin, hatch a plan to overthrow them and reclaim resources in an attempt to hold off The Last Sundown.
Grab your compass and get ready to venture into the wildest depths of the Amazon in Jade Of The Jungle by Stakelogic & Jelly, a brand-new game from the innovative slot providers that features symbol nudges, Free Spins and – for the first time ever – two sets of reels. The first release from the studio to utilise the dynamic “Dual Reel” system, Jade Of The Jungle takes place across two separate 3×3 game boards that are uniquely decorated with all manner of exotic symbols, including tribal masks, animal deities and icons that represent each of the four elements.
Lady Luck Games has unveiled a high-spirited addition to its portfolio with latest slot Villa Vendetta. The ghoulish game, which is set to enjoy an exclusive release with the Danske Spil powered brand Tivoli Casino, is based on the haunted house visited by thousands of people each year at Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen. Consisting of a 3×3 grid where 10 ghostly symbols might appear, it has eight fixed paylines that go horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.
More treasure has been added to the pot in Blueprint Gaming’s latest instalment of its classic series, Luck O’ the Irish Gold Spins. Following the launch of the well-received Luck O’ The Irish Fortune Spins 2 earlier this year, the newest release from the Irish-themed franchise ramps up the win potential with the all-new Gold Spins round. Three bonus scatters in view awards Gold Spins where only wilds and the three highest-paying symbols are in play, providing players with a far greater chance of a super-stacked big win.
Lightning Box has leapt into action with its new all-action title Fortune Frog Skillstar. The Sydney-based studio’s latest addition, which will be live with 32 Red for two weeks before general release, sees players chasing good fortunes and big wins among the Japanese koi and bonsai trees. Players obtain Free Games with three or more Bonus symbols or by simply selecting the Bonus Buy button to purchase the Free Games (Only for supported jurisdictions).
Yggdrasil and Boomerang Games have rolled out an electrifying new hit, Lady Merlin, created with YG Masters partner ReelPlay, in which the protagonist attempts to conjure the forces of electricity from the very air she breathes, turning power into prizes. The five-reel, 432 ways slot has a fantasy medieval theme, beautiful accompanying soundtrack and features the Lightning Chase Swintt is back with another tasty offering in the form of Sweetania Unlimited – a sugary new slot that comes frosted with fun features. From the moment players open up the game, they’ll be transported to a candy land filled with sweet treats. Action takes place on a 5×3 reel matrix that’s framed by peach pink skies and giant candy canes, with unique symbols on the reels including lollypops, toffees, cupcakes and a smiling girl.
Full of adventures, sometimes dangerous, but still alluring, Route 66 invites players to start a fantastic journey! The main street of America, leading to full life Chicago, has always attracted travelers who are looking for vivid impressions and, of course, big money. Inspired by the legend, BGaming presents its brand new Road2Riches slot! The HD graphics of the slot along with energetic music brings rush and excitement. With a 5×4 scheme and 50 winning lines, Road2Riches surprises players with a set of features such as three kinds of Jackpots, suddenly appearing Mystery Wilds, and Free Spins that can be re-triggered! Moreover, players can manage their luck with the Buy Bonus feature!
Pragmatic Play, takes players on a journey through the Wild West in search of untold riches in new release, Bounty Gold
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One of Brazil’s most iconic music exports, Alok, will headline the INFINITY Lisbon at SBC Summit, delivering his signature fusion of Brazilian rhythms and electronic dance music to the global event audience.
Set to raise the roof with an unforgettable fusion of lights and sound, the MEO Arena, home to SBC Summit’s ‘Super Stage’ during the day, will shift into high gear on September 18 as it transforms into the venue for the INFINITY Lisbon. Having hosted global icons like Beyoncé and The Weeknd, the arena promises an electrifying night designed to captivate the global gaming community.
Rasmus Sojmark, CEO and Founder of SBC, said: “The INFINITY is about blending high-level business networking with unforgettable experiences, and bringing someone of Alok’s caliber to the stage takes that to a whole new level. I’m proud that we’re able to deliver this kind of energy and entertainment to our attendees.”
Alok rose to global fame with his breakout hit ‘Hear Me Now’—now nearing 850 million streams on Spotify—and has since become a trailblazer in the Brazilian Bass genre. Ranked 4th in DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs for three consecutive years (2021–2023), he commands a massive global following with nearly 22 million monthly listeners on Spotify and 29 million Instagram followers.
In addition to headlining some of the world’s biggest festivals, including Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival, and Lollapalooza, Alok has collaborated with international stars such as Dua Lipa, Jason Derulo, and Ed Sheeran. His influence extends into gaming culture as well, with his inclusion as a playable character in the hit game Garena Free Fire.
Beyond the stage, Alok is a passionate philanthropist and the founder of the Alok Institute, which supports educational programs, environmental preservation, and social impact projects across Brazil.
He also champions the next generation of artists through his labels Controversia Records and UP Club Records—platforms dedicated to discovering, nurturing, and promoting emerging talent in the electronic music scene, both in Brazil and internationally.
With accolades such as Forbes Brazil’s 30 Most Influential Brazilians and Spotify’s Top 100 Global, Alok is the ideal artist to headline SBC’s second INFINITY experience, according to Sojmark.
“The INFINITY brand was born in Lisbon. It’s where we dared to try something different, hosting our first-ever EDM-style festival with massive names like Don Diablo, Miss Monique, and Darude. The energy that night was off the charts, and it confirmed what we already felt: we had created something truly special for the industry,” he said.
The INFINITY Lisbon is the grand finale of SBC Summit, the industry’s fastest-growing global event uniting 30,000 professionals across betting, gaming, payments, and affiliation. After making the move from Barcelona, Lisbon’s second edition is gearing up for an even bigger return this September 16-18.
Sojmark added: “Funny enough, Alok was originally set to headline the INFINITY Rio, but plans shifted—and now it feels even more right to have him take the stage in Lisbon, where this whole journey began. It’s going to be one hell of a night.”
Asked about his vision for the INFINITY brand, the SBC CEO said: “I see it as a thank-you to our community—a celebration for those who believe in SBC and the connections built at our events. Experiences like this strengthen those bonds. That’s the power of joy, and that’s the essence of The INFINITY brand.”
The INFINITY Lisbon is an exclusive experience reserved for VIP Event Pass holders. Secure yours now for just €400 and take advantage of a €200 early bird discount.
Operators and affiliates can apply for complimentary VIP Event Passes.
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The phrase “drive for show, putt for dough” is a long-standing mantra in golf that emphasises the importance of putting over driving – specifically driving distance – in winning golf tournaments. But is it true?
While the saying has a clear implication, modern data from professional golf paints a more complex picture. Using the Shots Gained (SG) metric we can compare different parts of a player’s game to see if there really is a formula for winning.
Driving test
Using shot data gained from datagolf.com we can compare the top players in the world (according to the Official World Golf Ranking) over the last 12 months.
Comparing “shots gained off the tee” with “shots gained putting” seems to turn the myth on its head – the top players gain a higher proportion of their shots off the tee than from putting. For players ranked in the Top 10, nearly 0.8 shots are gained from driving as opposed to around 0.3 for putting. Whilst the differential narrows as the players’ ranking decreases, for players ranked 90 – 100, driving still gains more than 0.2 shots more putting.
This ability to reliably gain strokes through driving gives top pros an edge, setting them up for better scoring opportunities throughout a tournament. Over a whole season, this advantage compounds and allows them to stay at the top of the leaderboards.
The long and the short
However, since “shots gained off the tee” includes par 4 and 5s, the metric is not necessarily just a measure of the importance of driving distance, but also a measure of accuracy. So, whilst driving matters, is it the distance or the trajectory that is most advantageous for winning tournaments?
Again, using the top ranked players, it appears that distance stands out as a key factor for success, with Top 10 players on average gaining nearly 10 yards per drive compared with those outside the Top 100 throughout the year. This extra yardage translates into shorter approaches and better chances to attack pins throughout the season.
These findings are corroborated by Mark Broadie in his 2014 book Every Shot Counts, where he shows that for professionals, an extra 20 yards of driving distance is worth about three-quarters of a stroke per round. Relatively speaking, for the rest of us amateur golfers, driving distance becomes even more important for scoring than driving accuracy.
Putt to the test
While driving distance provides the groundwork for long term success – and is a characteristic that all the Top 10 players seemingly must possess – it doesn’t necessarily “bust the myth” that putting is more important for winning tournaments. Indeed, looking more deeply into the metrics for the outcome of individual tournaments uncovers the fact that putting becomes more instrumental for who comes out on top.
If we look instead at the finish positions in PGA events over the last 12 months, rather than the World Ranking, putting comes to the fore. For players finishing first, putting gained an average of 1.2 shots versus a gain of 0.7 for driving. Even for players finishing 30th – 35th, putting is worth more than 0.4 of a shot on average compared to driving. The fact that top finishers in a given event typically post higher gains from putting rather than from driving underscores the vital role of putting during tournament play where players have to capitalize on scoring opportunities and avoid mistakes on the green to win.
The outcome
Fundamentally the relationship between driving and putting reveals a balanced formula for success. Driving creates opportunities and contributes to consistency while putting often decides who makes the best of those opportunities and ultimately wins on a given weekend. In a game of ever-increasing competition and precision, power and finesse must work together to elevate players to the pinnacle of the sport.
With all the attention on these extremes of golf, other aspects are often overlooked. Completing the same analyses and including shots gained for “approach” and “around the green” makes it clear that there is one area that consistently contributes to wins and ranking, making it arguably the most important aspect of a players golf game.
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Best Interactive Sportsbook Experience 2025
Digitain Wins Sportsbook Excellence Award at SiGMA Americas Awards
Digitain has been awarded the “Best Interactive Sportsbook Experience 2025” title at the SiGMA Americas Awards in São Paulo, Brazil, for its outstanding innovation and commitment to delivering advanced sports betting solutions.
Digitain, a leading provider of Sportsbook and iGaming solutions, has won in the “Best Interactive Sportsbook Experience 2025” category at the SiGMA Americas Awards. This prestigious recognition highlights Digitain’s relentless drive for innovation, excellence, and its ability to deliver state-of-the-art Sportsbook solutions to its partners.
The SiGMA Americas Awards took place on April 7 during the BiS SiGMA Americas event in São Paulo, Brazil. The awards celebrate the best and brightest companies, recognizing exceptional achievements, groundbreaking innovations, and significant contributions to the industry.
Iain Hutchison, Digitain’s Chief Revenue Officer, stated: “We are honored to receive this award, which marks our fifth major recognition this year. It’s a powerful validation of our commitment to innovation and the strength of the partnerships we’ve built.
At Digitain, we continuously strive to develop forward-thinking Sportsbook solutions that meet the evolving needs of our partners in a highly competitive global market. We remain focused on continuous improvement, ensuring that our partners have access to the best tools and solutions to drive their business forward.”
As Digitain continues its expansion across regulated markets, this award further strengthens its position as a trusted partner for operators seeking a competitive edge in the dynamic field of sports betting.
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