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Swintt hops into the holiday season with Book of Easter

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2 years ago

April 13, 2022

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Sought-after software provider’s latest release invites players to embark on an eggcellent adventure as they crack into rewarding Free Spins that feature special expanding symbols

While Easter may be commonly associated with bunnies, chicks and chocolate eggs, the hugely popular holiday is also about resurrection – and this April, Swintt are breathing new life into their beloved “Book” series of slots with the launch of the much-anticipated Book of Easter.

A five-reel, ten-payline game, Book of Easter invites players to embark on an eggcellent adventure as they team up with a pink-haired anime warrior and her cute bunny sidekick. Set to a backdrop of towering mountains and verdant spring valleys, the slot features an entirely unique line-up of symbols including the two aforementioned heroes, carrots and a selection of brightly-decorated Easter eggs.

Of course, like every game in the popular “Book” series, Book of Easter again features the all-important bonus-triggering scatter symbol. Depicted this time as a green tome with a golden rabbit on the cover, players will need to land three or more of these special symbols in a single spin to activate the slot’s main bonus feature and will also receive an additional multiplier prize for their troubles when they do.

Should the “Book” feature be activated, players will receive an initial eight Free Spins with a regular base game symbol being chosen at random to expand. Whenever the selected icon appears during the Free Spins, it can potentially stretch to cover the reel if there’s a possibility of further winning paylines being created. What’s more, wins are also awarded in this manner for non-adjacent symbols.

The Free Spins feature can also be retriggered whenever players land three or more subsequent scatters, with this awarding an additional eight games plus the corresponding multiplier. Players can also trigger a random expanding symbol feature by collecting three special key symbols, which enhances their chances of big wins.

Whenever one of these unique icons appears anywhere in view, it will be stored in a special collection metre above the reels. Once three keys are acquired, one expanding symbol is chosen, and players can boost their odds of landing the top 4,434x multiplier.

If collecting three “Book” scatter symbols doesn’t sound like their kind of egg hunt, players will also be able to access the Free Spins round directly by using the “Buy Feature” button. This option will cost them an additional bet, but will automatically award eight Free Spins and a random expanding symbol.

David Mann, Chief Commercial Officer at Swintt, said: “This April, we’re inviting players to join us on an egg hunt like no other in our cracking new Book of Easter slot.

“Another exciting chapter in the iconic series, Book of Easter incorporates the same Free Spin and expanding symbol mechanics that have made previous ‘Book’ slots such a success, only this time the action is further enhanced by the addition of collectible key symbols and a Buy Feature option. With players able to get their hands on a top prizes of 4,434x their bet, they’d be hopping mad to miss it!”

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Genius Sports Reports First Quarter Results Above Expectations and Raises 2024 Group Revenue and Adj. EBITDA Guidance

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13 mins ago

May 14, 2024

George Miller

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Q1 Earnings 2024 Carousel 8th May

Group Revenue of $120m, exceeding first quarter guidance of $117m
Group Net Loss of ($26m) and Group Adj. EBITDA of $7m, exceeding guidance of $6m
Raised 2024 Group Revenue and Adj. EBITDA guidance to $500m and $82m, respectively, up from prior guidance of $480m and $75m
Reaffirming expectation to generate positive cash flow in 2024
Increased financial flexibility by entering into $90 million committed revolving credit facility with Citibank and Deutsche Bank

Genius Sports Limited, the official data, technology and broadcast partner that powers the global ecosystem connecting sports, betting and media, today announced financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended March 31, 2024.

“Following a strong year of execution in 2023, we are pleased to continue our momentum to start the new year, with the first quarter of 2024 marking another period of outperformance relative to expectations,” said Mark Locke, Genius Sports Co-Founder and CEO. “As we expand our technology footprint and work to extend one of our most important data partnerships with Football DataCo, we feel an enhanced sense of excitement and confidence in our outlook for 2024 and beyond.”

*$ in thousands*	Q124	Q123	%
Group Revenue	119,718	97,229	23.1%
Betting Technology, Content & Services	73,897	64,740	14.1%
Media Technology, Content & Services	35,475	21,764	63.0%
Sports Technology & Services	10,346	10,725	(3.5%)
Group Net loss	(25,541)	(25,168)	(1.5%)
Group Adjusted EBITDA	6,878	8,042	(14.5%)
Group Adjusted EBITDA Margin	5.7%	8.3%	(260 bps)

View the full press release here.

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Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – May 6-12

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May 14, 2024

Niji Narayan

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Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated.

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Texas Lottery players are bracing for a chance to have an instant hit when they play four new scratch ticket games that launched on May 6. The HIT family of games, ranging in price from $1 to $20, features more than $220 million in total combined cash prizes with top prizes ranging from $5000 to $1 million. In addition, the HIT family is paired with the Sedona Day of Luck Promotion, offering players with non-winning tickets a chance to win a luxurious trip to Sedona, Arizona.

International Game Technology announced that its subsidiary, IGT Global Solutions Corporation, has signed a five-year contract with the Atlantic Lottery Corporation (Atlantic Lottery), to implement high-performing features and exciting new games for players in Atlantic Canada. As part of the agreement, IGT will deploy its advanced cloud-based remote game server (RGS) and at least 16 digital instant games each year.

Bragg Gaming Group announced that Neill Whyte has been appointed as Chief Commercial Officer, effective 1st May 2024, establishing a new global commercial structure at the Company and bolstering its leadership team. Whyte brings over 18 years of experience in the iGaming sector, most recently in the role of Chief Commercial Officer at Digital Gaming Corporation’s B2B iGaming Division.

In an exciting development for sweepstakes operators across the US, CasinoWebScripts has announced a significant milestone: the release of more than 200 in-house developed sweepstakes casino games. This achievement highlights the company’s commitment to innovation and its dedication to providing high-quality, engaging gaming experiences without the burden of monthly revenue sharing.

Partnerships

SCCG Management announced a strategic partnership with Globe Gaming Limited, aiming to significantly extend its global reach with a focus on the European market. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in SCCG’s efforts to broaden its influence in the gaming and sports entertainment sectors internationally.

NBC Sports will continue to present the Kentucky Derby on NBC and Peacock through 2032, as Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) and NBC Sports announced a multi-year extension of their partnership. The extension of the NBC Sports-Churchill Downs relationship – which began with the 2001 “Run for the Roses” – will make NBC the longest running home of the Kentucky Derby, as NBCUniversal will become the first media company to present the most prestigious event in horse racing for three decades (32 editions of the Kentucky Derby from 2001-32).

WinnaVegas Casino Resort, a premier destination in Western Iowa, announced the extension of its partnership with Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI), a leading provider of advanced analytics solutions for the gaming industry. This renewal underscores WinnaVegas’ commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology and superior support to drive business success.

The PGA of America and PENN Entertainment announced a multiyear sports betting partnership. Under the agreement, ESPN BET becomes the “Official Sports Betting Sponsor” of the PGA Championship through 2026. The 2024 PGA Championship will take place at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky from May 16-19. This agreement marks a milestone for the PGA Championship as it becomes the first men’s golf major to establish an official sports betting sponsor.

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AGS Enters Into Definitive Agreement To Be Acquired By Brightstar Capital Partners for Approximately $1.1 Billion

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May 14, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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PlayAGS, Incorporated, a global gaming supplier of high-performing slot, table, and interactive products, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by affiliates of Brightstar Capital Partners (“Brightstar”), a middle market private equity firm focused on investing in industrial, manufacturing, and services businesses.

The Company’s Board of Directors has unanimously approved, and recommended that the Company’s stockholders approve, the agreement. AGS shareholders will receive $12.50 per share in cash. The per share purchase price represents a 41% premium to the Company’s volume-weighted average share price over the last 90 days and a 40% premium to AGS’ closing price on May 8, 2024.

AGS is a global company focused on creating a diverse mix of entertaining gaming experiences for every kind of player. Powered by high-performing slot products, an expansive table products portfolio, and highly rated online casino content, the Company believes it offers an unmatched value proposition for its casino partners.

“We are very pleased to reach this agreement, which we believe provides our stockholders with compelling, certain cash value. Joining forces with Brightstar represents an exciting new chapter for AGS and our mission to provide exceptional gaming solutions for our operator partners,” said David Lopez, CEO & President of AGS. “With Brightstar’s resources and strategic guidance, we believe AGS will be well-positioned to make targeted investments in R&D, top talent, operations, and industry-leading innovation, which should accelerate our global footprint.”

“We look forward to working with David and the AGS team to capitalize on opportunities by taking a long-term approach to creating value,” said Andrew Weinberg, Founder & CEO of Brightstar. “AGS has a strong pipeline of new products, and we believe the Company’s innovative approach to game development provides significant potential for continued growth.”

“We have been impressed by AGS’ award-winning products, differentiated culture, and outstanding reputation in this expanding industry,” said Roger Bulloch, Partner at Brightstar. “We trust that partnering with AGS and executing on our shared vision can accelerate the Company’s ability to create even greater value for its customers and players around the world.”

Macquarie Capital is serving as financial advisor and Cooley LLP is serving as legal counsel to AGS. Jefferies LLC is serving as lead financial advisor to Brightstar. Barclays and Citizens JMP Securities are also serving as financial advisors to Brightstar. Kirkland & Ellis LLP is serving as legal counsel to Brightstar.

First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

In light of the proposed transaction, AGS has canceled its previously announced conference call to discuss its first quarter 2024 financial results, which had been scheduled for Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. EDT. Additionally, AGS will not be issuing a quarterly earnings release. The Company expects to file its 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2024 with the SEC later today.

Timing and Approvals

The proposed transaction, which is expected to close in the second half of 2025 is subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of regulatory approvals and approval by a majority of AGS stockholders. Upon completion of the transaction, AGS will become a privately held company and shares of AGS common stock will no longer be listed on any public market.