Industry leaders and the local community united in Malta for an evening of meaningful impact

Popular iGaming content provider BGaming is proud to announce the success of its second Charity Gala, held at The Phoenicia Malta on May 29 in support of DAR Bjorn. Bringing together more than 400 guests from across the iGaming industry, the local business community, and Maltese society, the event raised over €200,000 for the neurological home and the people it supports.

Ian Borg, Malta’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, was also in attendance, underscoring the importance of the Charity Gala’s mission to support DAR Bjorn and its contribution to the Maltese community.

DAR Bjorn is Malta’s neurological home, providing care and support for people living with ALS, MS, and other severe neurological conditions. Founded by former iGaming professional Bjorn Formosa following his ALS diagnosis at the age of 28, the organisation now cares for 60 residents while supporting more than 800 people throughout the country.

The funds raised by this year’s event will go directly towards equipping DAR Bjorn’s new Respite Centre with essential medical care and equipment. As part of its ongoing commitment to DAR Bjorn, BGaming is dedicating all money raised to the cause, with the studio covering the event’s operating costs.

One of the meaningful parts of this year’s initiative was a special merchandise collection co-created by Portuguese street artist Gonçalo MAR and residents of DAR Bjorn. Inspired by their stories and creative contributions, the collection gave them the opportunity to become active participants in the project. The merchandise was first unveiled at NEXT Summit Valletta and later made available online in exchange for donations. The initiative raised €5,000 for DAR Bjorn, extending the Gala’s impact beyond a single evening.

BGaming would like to extend its sincerest thanks to all partners whose generosity and support made this year’s Charity Gala possible, including NEXT.io, which was an official media partner for the event.

MyAffiliates were the event’s Golden Partner, while 1spin4win, Finteq Hub, Amusnet Gaming, and TaDa Gaming were Bronze Partners. Supporting Partners included Flutter International, Alea, SiGMA, Focus Gaming News, The Phoenicia Malta, Booming Games, Internet Vikings, Behind the Gloves, EGT Digital and SWAG42.

Marina Ostrovtsova, CEO at BGaming, said, “When we organized the first Charity Gala last year, we simply wanted to help DAR Bjorn and do something meaningful together as an industry. We never imagined it would grow into such a powerful annual initiative.

What inspires me most is not only the amount raised, but the people behind it. Seeing companies that normally compete come together for one shared purpose says a lot about our industry and the kind of community BGaming has built around it.

The impact of this evening goes far beyond fundraising. It helps improve the lives of people at DAR Bjorn, but it also reminds all of us that we have the ability to create meaningful change when we work together.”

Maria Formosa, the executive secretary of ALS Malta and the wife of ALS activist Bjorn Formosa, said, “Charity Gala by BGaming showed the extraordinary impact that can be achieved when the gaming industry unites behind a meaningful cause. The generosity shown throughout the evening will directly help us equip new rooms in our respite home and improve the lives of people living with neurological conditions. It was truly another memorable night in a magical venue filled up with beautiful souls who believed in our mission.

We are profoundly grateful to BGaming, to Madame Lubov for her hard and meticulous work she did once again for the success of the event, to the support received from Next.io and every supporter who helped turn compassion into action.”

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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by Eastern European Gaming

Hölle Games has released its latest video slot By Royal Decree (known as Im Namen der Krone in German). This 5×3, 10 payline slot transport players back to the 1700s and the breathtaking Sanssouci Palace. For readers who aren’t history nerds, this palatial park was where Frederick the Great, the mighty Prussian King, rested his weary bones whenever governing an empire all became a bit too much.

Games Global has released Boomstick Bill 3 in collaboration with exclusive studio partner High Limit Studio. The new title is the third instalment in the Boomstick Bill slot series and introduces Lucky Levels progression alongside expanded free spin features. Set in a mining theme, Boomstick Bill 3 is a 5×3 slot with 25 paylines.

Pragmatic Play has released Big Bass Football Bonanza, a new entry in its Big Bass slot series that switches the franchise’s fisherman theme to a football stadium setting. The 5×3 title uses trophy scatters to trigger a bonus game. According to the supplier, landing 3-5 trophy scatters awards 15-25 free spins, with wilds split into red and blue “teams” that collect money symbols worth up to 5,000x.

Big Time Gaming has released Fruit Merge Megapots, a new slot that reworks classic fruit symbols around a Hold and Spin feature, merging mechanics and a three-tier Megapots prize structure. The Hold and Spin feature triggers when six or more Fruit or Coin symbols land anywhere on the reels.

Habanero has launched Nuwa Deluxe, a 5×3 slot themed around Chinese mythology. The game introduces a variable payline system and a progression-style Free Games feature that can unlock a second-tier bonus, according to the supplier.

Swintt has released Wild Chicken, a new Premium slot that introduces roaming wilds and a free spins feature, with the supplier stating a maximum win of up to 10,000x the bet. The game runs on a 5×3 reel layout with 10 fixed paylines.

Pragmatic Play has unveiled its newest confectionery paradise in Candy Rush, where a multiplier underlay feature can unwrap 15,000x win potential. A 7×7 grid bursts with colour in this tumbling-reels slot, where clusters of 5-15+ matching sweet symbols award base game wins of up to 150x.

Playson has released Sugar Piggy: Hold and Win, a new online slot combining a scatter pays mechanic with two Hold and Win-style bonus games. The supplier said the title features a 6×5 reel layout and a maximum win of 10,000x.

Stakelogic has launched Throne of Flame, a dragon-themed 243-ways slot built around frame-based progression and multiple bonus features. The supplier said the game is high volatility and offers a maximum multiplier of 5,000x.

BGaming, has unveiled its latest online slot, Shark & Spark Hold & Win, showcasing an engaging character-driven design alongside an innovative twist on the popular Hold and Win mechanics. This new release introduces a playful bonus mode and aims to deliver a fresh gaming experience.

Kendoo has launched Diamond and Jokers, a new 5×3 slot that combines classic fruit-style visuals with a Hold and Win bonus mechanic. The game is now available for demo and real play across Kendoo partner platforms.

Evoplay has expanded its Penalty Shoot-Out franchise into slots with the launch of Penalty Shoot-Out: Super Spin, the first slot title in the series ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The five-reel game includes Free Spins, a Bonus game, Random Events and three fixed jackpots.

Games Global has launched Fishin’ Pots of Gold: Gold Blitz Ultimate Fever Boost, developed with exclusive partner Gameburger Studios, extending its Fishin’ Pots of Gold and Gold Blitz slot series. The new title combines mechanics from both franchises and introduces Fever Boost, which the companies said doubles the chance of activating features during gameplay

Relax Gaming has released Guitar Quest, its latest slot title, featuring what the supplier describes as progression-driven gameplay. The company said Guitar Quest is a key release for its 2025 pipeline and the first Relax-developed game of its kind, introducing new features it has not previously used.

Belatra Games has released Foxy Eggs, a farm-themed online slot built on a 5×3 grid with 10 fixed paylines. The game centres on Egg symbols and a Fox feature that can alter outcomes at the end of a spin.

Booming Games has launched Way of the Wolf: Hold and Win Extreme 10,000, a new slot title built on a 5×3 grid with 25 fixed paylines. The supplier said the game has a maximum win potential of 12,000x.

ENJOY Gaming has launched Grand Lightning Boost, an updated version of its Grand Lightning slot that increases the impact of the Boost feature and changes bonus-round progression. The title keeps a 5×3 reel layout with five pay lines.

Play’n GO has released Granny’s Wild, a 5-reel video slot where a quiet habit becomes a full-scale spectacle when Granny’s long-hoarded coin jar finally splits open. Nobody really clocked how serious Granny was about her spare change. The jar sat there for years, always a little heavier, always a little louder, always one clink away from giving the game away.

Blueprint Gaming has announced The Goonies Quest for Treasure 3, the latest slot in its licensed The Goonies series. The game introduces new modifiers, a reworked One-Eyed Willy trail and a layered bonus structure.

Fans of the original Thunder Ball are in for an electrifying treat as ELA Games unveils Thunder Ball Max—a high-energy 5×3 slot designed to revolutionize the classic fruit machine concept. Infused with pulsating energy and glowing graphics, this release invites players to harness raw electrical power for a chance at an astonishing 10,000x maximum win.

MGA Games has launched a new video slot, Explosive Diamond Mine, in the .com market on May 28. The title uses a miner theme and is positioned as a medium-volatility release. Explosive Diamond Mine runs on a 5×3 reel layout with 10 paylines. Bets range from €0.10 to €25, according to the supplier.

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BGaming, a leading provider of iGaming content, has unveiled its latest online slot, *Shark & Spark Hold & Win*, showcasing an engaging character-driven design alongside an innovative twist on the popular Hold and Win mechanics. This new release introduces a playful bonus mode and aims to deliver a fresh gaming experience.

Set in an underwater world, the game immerses players in a vibrant 5×6 grid teeming with colorful marine life and led by a charming baby shark. Far more companion than predator, this animated character reacts to in-game events and serves as the protagonist of the highlight feature: the Sharks & Ladders bonus game.

*Shark & Spark Hold & Win* employs a pay-anywhere mechanic and incorporates a Cascading Wins feature, which boosts winning opportunities. Throughout gameplay, Pearl symbols may appear, offering prizes or multipliers that can be collected with each spin, enhancing earnings.

Landing four or more Scatter symbols in a single spin activates one of two distinct bonus rounds, chosen at random. The first is the Coin Respin feature, a classic Hold & Win-style bonus. In this mode, Coin symbols drop onto an empty grid, stick to the reels, and reset the spin counter with each appearance. When spins are exhausted, the total value of all Coins and multipliers are added up and awarded to the player.

The second bonus is Sharks & Ladders, inspired by the iconic Snakes & Ladders board game. Here, players control the shark as it moves across the board, collecting multipliers and leveraging shortcuts along the way. Reaching the final space unlocks a spin on the Wheel of Fortune, with potential prizes ranging from 100x to an impressive 5,000x bet multiplier.

Adding to its appeal, the game features medium-high volatility with a generous RTP of 97%. For those who prefer immediate action, players can also utilize the Buy Bonus feature to instantly trigger either of the bonus rounds.

With its vibrant visuals, engaging gameplay, and the incorporation of a unique board-game-inspired bonus mode, *Shark & Spark Hold & Win* is expected to attract both new players and experienced enthusiasts. Its innovative features and charismatic shark character also make it particularly appealing for streaming audiences and ideal for enhancing player retention.

Alex Baliukonis, Game Producer at BGaming, shared his excitement about the new release: “Designing *Shark & Spark Hold & Win* has been an incredible journey for our team. The Snakes & Ladders-inspired concept brings something completely fresh to our portfolio, and we believe its dynamic features will resonate with a wide audience. The central shark character adds charm and personality to the game, allowing us to unleash our creativity. We’ve seen great success with other character-led games, and we’re confident this release will capture players’ hearts just as effectively.”

With its captivating theme and engaging mechanics, *Shark & Spark Hold & Win* stands poised to make waves in the iGaming industry.

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