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Stakelogic dives deep with Jaws of Fortune
Stakelogic is inviting players to plunge into shark-infested waters with its latest release, Jaws of Fortune, a high-volatility slot where razor-sharp features lurk beneath the surface.
Played across 5 reels and 4 rows, Jaws of Fortune offers 1,024 ways to win in the base game, with maximum multipliers reaching up to 5,000x the stake. At its heart is a thrilling clash between prowling Sharks and a mischievous Jetski Dog, a dynamic duo that drives the game’s most lucrative features.
When multiple Shark symbols land, they lock in place and trigger a respin. But it’s the Shark Attack feature where the real action unfolds. In this mode, Sharks roam across the reels towards the Jetski Dog, turning the symbols they pass into Wilds. If a Shark crosses an existing Wild, its multiplier doubles, ramping up the potential for huge wins before it finally chomps down on the Jetski Dog.
The stakes rise further in the Hold ‘N’ Win bonus round. Here, only Coins, Sharks, and Jetski Dogs appear on the reels. Sharks no longer just roam, they chase down multipliers, consuming every value in their path before transforming into a Coin worth the total collected amount. Meanwhile, the Jetski Dog adds another twist with the Splash Boost, increasing random Coin values by up to 10x. With the chance to fill every space on the grid, this bonus round creates a true feeding frenzy.
For those who want to test the waters immediately, Jaws of Fortune includes both a Buy Bonus option and Stakelogic’s signature Super Stake™, doubling the odds of triggering Free Spins.
James Jelliffe, Head of Slots at Stakelogic, said: “With Jaws of Fortune, we wanted to reimagine how roaming Wilds and Hold ‘N’ Win features could work together. The Sharks don’t just act as symbols, they behave like characters, chasing, collecting, multiplying. At the same time, the naughty Jetski Dog stirs up chaos on the reels, taunting the Sharks and adding a playful twist to the action. That extra layer of interaction adds depth to the gameplay while keeping it simple and exciting for players.”
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Former DAZN executive joins as the safer gambling consultancy scales internationally from Manchester.
EPIC Global Solutions has appointed Chetan Pandya as Managing Director, the company said on 5 May 2026. The Manchester-based gambling-harm prevention consultancy said the hire is part of its next phase of international growth.
Pandya joins from DAZN, where he held senior leadership roles. EPIC said the appointment is intended to help scale operations and expand its role with organisations in “high-risk sectors,” including sport, gambling, and education.
Chetan Pandya, Managing Director at EPIC Global Solutions, said: “EPIC operates in a space that is becoming increasingly critical to the future of global sport and gambling. The opportunity to help shape how organisations approach prevention, responsibility, and long-term sustainability at scale is incredibly compelling. I’m excited to be joining at such a pivotal moment in the company’s journey.”
Paul Buck, CEO of EPIC Global Solutions, added: “This is a significant moment for EPIC. Chetan brings the experience, leadership, and global perspective we need as we continue to grow and evolve. Our ambition is clear – to be the trusted partner to the world’s leading organisations in player protection, and this appointment strengthens our ability to deliver on that.”
EPIC said it is expanding its presence in North America and internationally, alongside the development of scalable and digitally-enabled solutions to support organisations across multiple markets.
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Manchester-based gambling-harm prevention consultancy says the hire supports expansion in North America and other markets.
EPIC Global Solutions has appointed Chetan Pandya as Managing Director, the Manchester-based gambling-harm prevention consultancy said on 5 May 2026.
Pandya joins from DAZN, where he held senior leadership roles. EPIC said the appointment is intended to support its next phase of international growth and to scale its operations as regulatory scrutiny increases and operators expand into new markets.
“EPIC operates in a space that is becoming increasingly critical to the future of global sport and gambling. The opportunity to help shape how organisations approach prevention, responsibility, and long-term sustainability at scale is incredibly compelling. I’m excited to be joining at such a pivotal moment in the company’s journey,” Pandya said.
CEO Paul Buck said the hire strengthens EPIC’s leadership as it expands its presence in North America and develops “scalable and digitally-enabled solutions” to support partners across multiple jurisdictions. “This is a significant moment for EPIC. Chetan brings the experience, leadership, and global perspective we need as we continue to grow and evolve. Our ambition is clear – to be the trusted partner to the world’s leading organisations in player protection, and this appointment strengthens our ability to deliver on that,” Buck added.
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Inaugural StreamRollers Top 100 Casino Influencer Awards were held May 2 at SAHARA Las Vegas and livestreamed globally.
StreamRollers has announced its Top 100 Casino Influencers of 2026 following the inaugural StreamRollers Top 100 Casino Influencer Awards, held May 2 at SAHARA Las Vegas in Nevada. The company said the event brought together casino content creators, gaming executives and media for a formal gala.
Former Nevada State Attorney General George Chanos presented the awards. “Nevada continues to lead in gaming and innovation,” said Chanos. “This new wave of creators represents the next evolution of how audiences engage with Las Vegas and gambling entertainment.”
StreamRollers listed its top 10 ranked influencers as:
- Raja Richter (The Big Jackpot),
- Vegas Matt,
- Lady Luck HQ,
- Brian Christopher Slots,
- NG Slot,
- D Lucky Experience,
- Mr. Hand Pay,
- Pompsie,
- Xposed
- and PokerMetarb.
The company said the full Top 100 list has been published on its Instagram account.
The company positioned the awards as a marker of the growing creator economy around casino content, which it said spans platforms including YouTube, Twitch and Instagram. StreamRollers said the awards event was livestreamed via StreamRollers.com and noted its platform is currently in beta with an official launch planned.
David Wang, Founder of StreamRollers, commented: “Casino influencers aren’t just playing games—they’re redefining how millions experience Las Vegas and gambling entertainment from their screens. This event is about recognizing the creators leading that transformation.”
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