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INSPIRED MARKS THE START OF THE SUMMER SEASON WITH THE LAUNCH OF FIVE ONLINE AND MOBILE SLOT GAMES

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Inspired Entertainment, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of five new online and mobile slot games, to kick start the summer season and give players a breadth of choice.

Gold Cash Big Spins™, Chilli Prize Pots™, Big Egyptian Fortune™, Big Wheel Bonus and Grizzly!encompass a variety of themes, mechanics, and gameplay styles to attract and entertain a breadth of players, offering them an assortment of premium iGaming options.

Giving players a chance to experience this year’s biggest gold rush, Gold Cash Big Spins is stacked with bundles of cash, shimmering bars of gold, and explosive Wilds across 6×4 reels of excitement and 50 win-lines. It combines the graphics and visual appeal of Inspired’s best performing title, Gold Cash Free Spins™, with the math and Gamble-to-Free Spins™ mechanic of Inspired’s 2021 chart topping hit, Big Spin Bonus™. The game’s fun Gamble feature gives players a chance to spin the wheel and double their winnings up to a total of 2,500X their total bet. Wins can be gambled to unlock up to five Big Spin bonuses. Gold Cash Big Spins features a Pick Me coin feature, which is presented for each scatter that lands. Behind each Pick Me coin is a Big Spins number, ranging from one to five, representing the number of Big Spins of 20X or more which is awarded to the player. Players will continue playing Free Spins with sticky wilds, collecting all their wins along the way until no Big Spins remain.

Turning up the heat this summer is Chilli Prize Pots, a Mexican-themed slot, with a reel configuration of 5×3 and 20 win-lines. Radiating blue skies and sunshine, Chilli Prize Pots is set in a Mexican village, with vibrant symbols and an upbeat fiesta soundtrack. Players can land three (or more) of the game’s dynamic, maraca playing Chillies, to claim the corresponding cash prize on display. Landing nine chillies will award them with a hot 2,000X big win! Players will get the chance to spin the game’s colourful Bonus wheel for a chance of landing up to 30 Free Spins and up to 3X multipliers.

Offering an exciting adventure to find gold and jewels, Big Egyptian Fortune is set in mystical, ancient Egypt. Bristling with immersive gameplay, it is based on Inspired’s top performing iGaming slot, Big Fishing Fortune™. With a reel configuration of 5×3 and 10 win-lines, Big Egyptian Fortune offers players regular base game wins. Three or more scatters in the base game, triggers the game’s Treasure Bonus, known as Match 3 Treasures. Here players pick Bonus symbols with a Big Treasure Bonus value of up to 100X, for a chance to play the Free Spins round and collect as many Canopic Jars as possible. The player has unlimited Free Spins until the explorer collects one or more Big Treasures, after which all jar values aggregate and pay, giving players plenty of chances of winning.

Combining the elements of a classic fruit slot with an innovative Free Spins Bonus mechanic, Big Wheel Bonus is a 6×4 reel slot, packed with colourful symbols and fun Wilds within 50 win-lines. With crisp graphics and a classic upbeat casino soundtrack, Big Wheel Bonus gives players the ultimate interactive iGaming experience. As an adaptation of two of Inspired’s top performing slots, Big Bonus™ and Big Spin Bonus, Big Wheel Bonus delivers frequent base game wins coupled with a chance for pay-outs in the Bonus game. Three or more scatters in the base game takes players to the game’s ‘Pick Me’ feature where the player is guaranteed a multiplier win. Each ‘Pick Me’ reveals a random value of up to 100X stake. They are then taken to the game’s thrilling Bonus round, where a vibrant cash Wheel Bonus awaits them. In the Bonus, play starts on the lowest wheel, which spins to cash wins. Values below the ‘Pick Me’ multiplier change to arrow positions. If they spin again, play moves to the next wheel up. All wins accumulate in the Total Win meter until the target spin value is reached.

Evoking the mystic spirit of Wild America, Grizzly! is a Ways Pays online and mobile slot, with 1024 thrilling ways to win big. Set in the rugged, Rocky Mountains, Grizzly! encompasses vibrant and colourful symbols with a melodic, upbeat soundtrack for a fun and interactive experience. It has a reel configuration of 5×4 and includes a choice of four exciting Bonus types. Packed with Wilds that become multipliers for winning Free Spins, Grizzly! gives players the chance to win big. Three to five scatters in the base game trigger the game’s Pick Me feature where a player can choose the extra spins and multipliers they’d like to play for. Alternatively, they can choose the Mystery Spins option with up to 10X multipliers. Wilds that appear during Free Spins become multipliers, revealing 2X or the player’s extra chosen multiplier.

Steve Collett, Chief Product Officer at Inspired, said: “Inspired is launching into the summer season with a variety of new titles, bringing back and extending our successful ‘big’ mechanics in three of the five releases including Gold Cash Big Spins, Big Egyptian Fortune and Big Wheel Bonus. We’re offering players an exciting Free Spins Bonus featuring Prize Pots™ in our fun, Mexican themed game, Chilli Prize Pots, and a high volatility Free Spins game in our North American style slot, Grizzly!

“We are confident these sizzling hot games will deliver fun, thrills and excitement to players this summer, along with additional exciting titles arriving each and every month throughout 2022.”

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Arizona Department of Gaming Reports $44.9 Million in Tribal Gaming Contributions for the Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026

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The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced today $44,891,270 in tribal gaming contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund for the second quarter of Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. This represents an approximate 5.6 percent increase when compared to the same quarter of FY 2025.

“The financial support that tribal gaming provides the state of Arizona continues to power local and statewide needs that are vital to healthy and safe communities,” said Jackie Johnson, Director of the ADG. “With nearly $45 million in tribal gaming contributions in the most recent period, the Department is proud to ensure the continuation of important revenue streams that positively impact Arizonans.” 

The Arizona Benefits Fund receives 88 percent of tribal gaming contributions, providing significant dollars to support instructional improvement for schools, trauma and emergency care, tourism, and wildlife conservation throughout the state. If interested in viewing the cumulative tribal gaming contributions by year, please visit our reports webpage: gaming.az.gov/resources/reports.

Tribal gaming contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund for the second quarter of the State’s FY 2026 are as follows:

Instructional Improvement Fund/Education………………………………………………..$22,373,810

Trauma and Emergency Services Fund………………………………………………………..$11,186,905

Arizona Department of Gaming Operating Costs………………………………………….$4,040,214

Arizona Wildlife Conservation Fund……………………………………………………………$3,196,258

Tourism Fund…………………………………………………………………………………………..$3,196,258

Problem Gambling Education, Treatment and Prevention……………………………..$897,825

Total: Tribal Gaming Contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund……………………..$44,891,270

Per the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact, the remaining 12 percent is distributed by the tribes to the cities, towns, and counties of their choosing for community services and public safety programs for local governments. Since FY 2004, cumulative contributions have totaled approximately $2.5 billion, benefitting both the state and its cities, towns, and counties.

Currently, there are 26 Class III casinos in Arizona, which ADG regulates in partnership with Arizona tribes. For more information, view our tribal gaming webpage: gaming.az.gov/tribal-gaming-page.

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R. Franco Digital Shortlisted for Casino Platform Excellence at EGR Europe Awards 2026

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R. Franco Digital, the leading Spanish iGaming provider, has been officially shortlisted for Casino Platform Supplier of the Year at the prestigious EGR Europe Awards 2026. The nomination recognizes a landmark year for the company, characterized by the explosive growth of its IRIS Open Omnichannel Platform and a major commercial breakthrough into the Italian market.

The winners will be announced during a gala ceremony on February 18, 2026, at the Hilton Malta, where the industry’s top-tier operators and suppliers gather to celebrate European gaming excellence.

IRIS: The Engine of Omnichannel Growth

The core of R. Franco Digital’s success lies in its IRIS platform, a highly scalable, multi-jurisdictional solution that unifies casino, sports betting, and retail management.

IRIS Platform Milestones (2025-2026):

  • Jurisdictional Reach: Certified in 6 jurisdictions and operational in over 10 regulated markets.

  • Content Depth: Seamlessly integrated with over 1,600 games from global third-party providers.

  • Operational Stability: Provides 24/7 multilingual support and advanced real-time analytics for operators.

  • Commercial Momentum: Secured 50+ new operator partnerships and entered three new markets within the last 12 months.

Performance Highlights: 4 Billion Game Rounds

R. Franco Digital’s games portfolio has seen a massive surge in engagement, bolstered by 20 new high-performance slot releases in 2025. Standout titles such as Strange Spins, Aphrodite, Zorro: Final Duel, Ovomon, and The Phantom contributed to a record-breaking year.

Metric 2025–2026 Achievement
Total Game Rounds 4 Billion+ across regulated markets
Revenue Growth 30% Increase during the judging period
New Content 20 New slot titles launched
Expansion Debut in the Italian regulated market

Strategic Italian Market Entry

A major factor in the EGR shortlisting was R. Franco Digital’s successful entry into Italy. The provider rapidly localized its content to meet the specific demands of Italian players through tier-one partnerships:

  • Stanleybet.it: Launched 19 games, including the Italian-exclusive debut of Strange Spins.

  • 888.it: Successfully rolled out the popular Super 7 3×3 title.

“We’re proud to be shortlisted for this award, which reflects the strength of our IRIS platform and the quality of the content we’ve delivered over the past year,” said Javier Sacristán Franco, International Business Director at R. Franco Digital. “Our team has worked hard to support operators with reliable, innovative solutions… we are delighted to see that effort recognised.”

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Big Hot Flaming Pots: Tasty Treasures – Lightning Box Brings Land-Based Hit Online

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Light & Wonder has officially launched Big Hot Flaming Pots: Tasty Treasures, the digital debut of its highly successful land-based franchise. Developed by in-house specialist studio Lightning Box, this 3×5 slot offers 243 ways to win and a high-energy “three-pot” mechanic that has already become a staple on casino floors worldwide.

The game transitions the whimsical “dumpling-tossing” theme to online audiences, combining vibrant Asian-inspired aesthetics with a deep mathematical model designed for high-engagement sessions.

The Three-Pot Mechanic & Seven Feature Combinations

At the core of the gameplay is the persistent pot system. Landing specific colored coins fuels three separate pots—Yummy, Spicy, and Upsized. These pots can trigger individually or in any combination, leading to seven distinct bonus paths.

Feature Mode Gameplay Enhancement
Yummy Mode Increases the Hold & Spin respin counter from 3 to 4, significantly extending bonus life.
Spicy Mode Introduces Chilli multipliers; landing a pepper adds its cash value to every symbol currently held on the board.
Upsized Mode Unlocks a Dual Grid (two reel sets) for the Hold & Spin round, doubling the win potential.
Combined Modes Triggering all three at once creates the “Mega Bonus,” featuring dual grids, 4 respins, and value-boosting peppers.

Innovation: The Stack N’ Hit™ Feature

Unlike traditional Hold & Spin mechanics where symbols simply lock until the round ends, Tasty Treasures introduces the Stack N’ Hit™ evolution.

  • Reel Clearing: When a vertical reel is filled with Bun symbols, the prizes are instantly collected, and the reel is cleared.

  • Persistent Respins: Clearing a reel creates open spaces for new prizes to land, allowing the bonus round to continue far longer than standard industry alternatives.

  • The Path to Grand: Each cleared reel activates a “Pepper Tracker” above it. Lighting up all five trackers awards the Grand Progressive Jackpot.

Jackpot Tiers & Base Game Depth

Operators benefit from a versatile math model that supports both consistent base-game performance and high-volatility jackpot chases.

  • Progressive Jackpots: Grand and Major tiers for life-changing win potential.

  • Fixed Jackpots: Minor and Mini tiers awarded through symbols landing during features.

  • Nudge Wilds: In the base game, Wild symbols can nudge to cover entire reels, assisting in achieving the 243-way payouts.

“Big Hot Flaming Pots: Tasty Treasures carries forward a brand that has already made its mark in land-based venues,” says Michael Maokhamphiou, Studio Director at Lightning Box. “This release offers operators a flexible, high-performing title that combines familiarity with fresh layers of engagement.”

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