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Spinomenal casts more magic with its Queen of Shadows slot
Leading iGaming content provider Spinomenal has cast more slots magic with the launch of its title, Queen of Shadows.
Set within a 5×4 layout, this game whisks players into a mysterious and enchanting atmosphere, complemented with an eerie soundtrack that heightens the ambiance. Medium symbols include a crown, potion bottle, glass daggers, and a dark raven, all contributing to the game’s dark feel.
At the heart of Queen of Shadows is the Wild symbol, represented by the striking Queen herself. It has the power to substitute for any other symbol except for free spins and bonus symbols. Landing five Wild symbols on a winning pay line will multiply the bet by up to 2000x.
During the main game, players can encounter synced reels, where two random reels will spin identically, increasing the chances of landing a winning combination. Additionally, expanding Wilds can appear on synced reels, expanding to cover the entire reel for added excitement.
Triggering the bonus game requires finding three or more scattered bonus symbols in the main game. Here players are given three spins to try to fill the metre on the left-hand side by finding Scattered winning symbols. Each cell is filled with five winning symbols, and the higher the metre, the higher the multiplier payout at the end. Players have a chance to extend the bonus round by locating +1 symbols, which add an extra spin to the total. Free spins are activated by three or more scattered moon symbols, granting players 10 free spins.
Once in the free spins round, stacked Wilds are situated on random reels for each spin, enhancing the chances of big wins. Players also have the opportunity to earn as many as 50 free spins before the round begins. Those who wish to try to add to their total can risk a portion of them for a potentially greater return.
Spinomenal CO-CEO, Omer Henya commented: “Queen of Shadows casts an instant spell on casino players thanks to its brilliant game design and fun features. Set under an eerie twilight, this latest addition to our portfolio is sure to reign supreme.”
AI-gamification specialist Promofy emerged victorious at this year’s Pitch ICE competition. The company’s CEO and founder Irakli Davarshvili fended off competition from 11 other companies bidding to win the prize money of €15,000 provided by the competition’s lead sponsor AWS.
In a pitch lasting three minutes followed by a three-minute Q&A, Davarshvili wooed the panel of judges, consisting of Adam Rosenberg, senior adviser, gaming & leisure, Blackstone; Meir Shachar, gaming advisor and CEO at Digicode and RUNWAI, respectively; igaming adviser and gaming industry expert Paris Smith; Maxime Sbeghen, head of investment at FDJ United Ventures; and Jeff Millar, managing partner at JJK Partners.
Davarshvili emphasised how “innovative, customisable and easy to use” Promofy’s gamification engine was, highlighting its AI flow and ability to rapidly build gamified campaigns.
He described 2025 as having been a “foundational year”, outlining how the company had achieved $800,000 in revenue, had more than 20 customers and was now looking to raise $2m to support Promofy’s further growth.
Other pitch participants included eyeDP, an AI-powered solution to help operators process and analyse unstructured data and documents; Whizdom AI, designed to personalise game recommendations for players; Swiss Shufflers with its patented card-shuffling deck; and fantasy sports platform Loserball which “makes losing as cool as winning”.
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This marks the sixth consecutive year that Betsson Group has received the Safer Gambling Award at the International Gaming Awards. The recognition highlights the Group’s consistent efforts in this area, which are further strengthened through internationally recognised certifications and accreditations that externally validate its commitment to safer gambling.
Responsible gaming at Betsson Group begins internally, with mandatory training for all employees during induction, annual refresher courses for staff and contractors, and specialised training for customer-facing teams to support and protect at-risk players.
Hosted on the eve of ICE Barcelona 2026, the International Gaming Awards brought together iGaming industry leaders from across the globe. The event celebrated excellence across multiple categories, including online operators, land-based casinos, suppliers, and providers, making it a standout evening for the industry.
Betsson Group extends its heartfelt gratitude to its employees and partners who have played a pivotal role in this achievement.
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BGC Enters Cooperation Agreement with Chile’s Online Operators’ Group
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has signed a Cooperation Agreement with Chile’s Agrupación de Plataformas de Apuesta en Línea (aPAL), as part of ongoing efforts to support the development of a sustainable and well-regulated online gambling market in Chile.
The agreement brings together the BGC, which represents around 90% of the UK’s regulated betting and gaming industry, and aPAL, a group of international online betting operators that have been working since 2022, to support the introduction of modern gambling regulation in Chile.
While online gambling is currently not prohibited but also unregulated, Chile already has a land-based casino sector, horseracing and a lottery duopoly, and a draft bill to regulate online operators has been under discussion for several years. Following recent elections, a new Chilean Government is now in a position to advance with the legislation, potentially introducing a licensing regime as early as 2027.
Under the Cooperation Agreement, the two organisations will work together to share international experience and evidence, strengthen the knowledge base around gambling regulation, and engage constructively with policymakers and stakeholders on the development of a sustainable licensing framework in Chile.
Carlos Baeza, Chilean lawyer and representative of aPAL, said: “Chile has a real opportunity to introduce a modern, robust regulatory framework for online gambling that protects consumers, tackles illegal activity and delivers meaningful public benefits. At present, online gambling operates entirely outside any regulatory oversight, leaving players without safeguards and the state without visibility or control.
“By working with the BGC, we can draw on international best practice and ensure policymakers have access to high-quality evidence and experience from well-regulated markets.”
Grainne Hurst, Chief Executive of the Betting and Gaming Council, added: “The BGC is pleased to be working with aPAL at a pivotal moment for gambling reform in Chile. Well-designed regulation is essential to protect players, raise standards and drive out the harmful black market.
“The UK’s regulated market shows how robust licensing, high standards and effective oversight can support safer gambling while allowing a well-regulated industry to thrive. This agreement reflects our commitment to sharing that experience and supporting evidence-based policymaking internationally.”
The Cooperation Agreement will initially run for one year and forms part of the BGC International Committee’s ongoing programme of engagement with global partners.
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