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Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – March 28-April 3

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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, new partnerships and new appointments. Read on and get updated.

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Galaxy Gaming has announced that it has reached an agreement with John Wicks, creator of Perfect Pairs, to distribute Perfect Pairs Blackjack and Perfect Pairs Baccarat on land-based table games across licensed markets globally.

Kindred Group plc expands its North American footprint by entering the Canadian market after receiving an iGaming license in Ontario. The province is expected to be one of the largest regulated markets in North America.

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UNLV’s International Gaming Institute (IGI) and iGaming Academy have collaborated to introduce “ElevateRG” training programme. This will bring UNLV’s flagship responsible gaming curriculum online for the first time.

Valley Forge Casino Resort and Rivers Casino Philadelphia will have public hearings on their license renewals next month. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has announced the meetings will take place on April 26 for Rivers Casino and April 27 for Valley Forge Casino.

Leading American e-gaming operator Pilot Games has been licensed in North Dakota to offer charitable gaming through the company’s exclusive Nitro 4K cabinet.

Scientific Games continues bringing the excitement of popular Mattel brands to lottery players through a three-year contract extension with the multi-national entertainment company.

Google has updated its advertising policy so as to allow regulated sports betting operators in Ontario to place advertisements for online sports betting, online casino and daily fantasy sports on the platform.

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Pragmatic Play has grown its LatAm presence with the operator Playbonds in a deal that will oversee the launch of two of its verticals.

Playmaker Capital Inc. has announced that its brands will be promoted at the Formula 1 Heineken GP de São Paulo 2022.

Partnerships

Table Trac Inc has announced that it has signed an agreement to install the CasinoTrac management system at Best Bet Products Inc’s Phoenix Bar and Grill located in Pahrump, Nevada.

EGT’s office in Peru concluded a deal for the sale of more than 300 machines. One of the biggest local casino operators now is the owner of the slot cabinets of Premier Series which were initially rented and demonstrated impressive results in its gaming establishments in the whole country.

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Real Luck Group has entered into a partnership with leading affiliate and performance marketing company Raketech Group. The agreement will see Luckbox listed on a number of Raketech-operated affiliate websites, designed to refer players to Luckbox’s next-generation esports, sports and casino betting services.

Betano has renewed its sponsorship agreement with Atlético Mineiro. As per the agreement, the online betting site continues to appear on the team’s shirt until the end of 2024.

Appointments

fuboTV Inc. has announced that Julie Haddon, an owner of the NWSL’s Chicago Red Stars and a former NFL executive, has been named to its board of directors effective immediately.

Jackpocket has announced that growth marketing and digital consumer products veteran Tony Vartanian has joined the company as Chief Growth and Revenue Officer.

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Acquisition

Boyd Gaming Corporation has announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Boyd Interactive Gaming, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Pala Interactive and its subsidiaries for total cash consideration of $170 million.

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Winning Best Affiliate Manager: What It Really Takes to Win in iGaming 2025

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Every year, the AskGamblers Awards bring together the leading minds of the iGaming world to spotlight the most impactful brands and standout professionals in the industry. Held in Belgrade, the 2025 edition once again celebrated innovation, growth, and excellence across the affiliate and online casino space.

Among the winners was Kristina Shkredova, Affiliate Team Lead at Boomerang Partners. She was named Best Affiliate Manager by the AskGamblers expert jury — a title awarded to standout leaders who deliver results and put partners first.

The Role of Personality

Kristina’s victory in the prestigious Best Affiliate Manager 2025 award confirms the axiom that the importance of personalities in the success of iGaming brands is undeniable. She has been with Boomerang Partners since its inception as a marketing agency and has become one of the brightest personalities in the industry.

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Kristina Shkredova: “I am thrilled to receive the Best Affiliate Manager award and would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Nikola, the AskGambler’s account manager assigned to me, as well as to the entire AskGamblers team. This accolade is not just a professional achievement but a testament to our beautiful partnership, founded on shared values, aspirations, and a mutual sense of humor.

Having been with Boomerang Partners since the very beginning, I feel profound and deep love for our affiliate marketing agency and am honored to be a part of this incredible journey. I am immensely proud of the work we have done and eagerly anticipate the new peaks we are set to conquer.”

Successful Cases

Industry experts know that the affiliate marketing sector is highly competitive. That’s why many people opt for tried-and-tested strategies, even though they don’t guarantee success. However, Kristina’s experience shows that the willingness to take risks and set ambitious goals — ones that might initially seem unrealistic — can pay off.

Her portfolio includes several instances of partnering with affiliates who had no prior experience with sports traffic. These partners recognized the risk of venturing into an unfamiliar area. Yet, the strong partnership with Kristina and the backing from Boomerang Partners persuaded them that it was worth the attempt.

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The outcome? These partners are now generating significant volumes of sports traffic, having tapped into a vast ocean of opportunities. They have no regrets about leaping.

Trends and Development of the Affiliate Marketing Industry

The development of modern technologies has a profound impact on the industry and the competitiveness of brands. Kristina’s work clearly shows that it is not only technology and a variety of offers that contribute to success. She believes that the key trend is maximum sincerity and openness in communication with partners. This enables the establishment of long-term, trusting working relationships and fosters a loyal base of partners.

Speaking of loyal partners, Kristina highlights another interesting trend. She notes that companies in the industry are now demonstrating greater creativity in organizing joint activities with their partners. These activities include, for example, joint retreats, trips, and dinners that are transformed into spectacular shows. This helps bring the parties closer together.

Boomerang Partners, by the way, has its own unique initiative that fosters an exceptional approach to partners: the annual global traffic tournament, the Golden Boomerang Awards.

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From February to May 2025, Boomerang Partners hosted the second season of the Golden Boomerang Awards. Compared to the first season, the number of participating teams from around the world increased from 226 to over 400. Awards were presented in 11 categories, and the award ceremony took place at the iconic San Siro Stadium in Milan, thanks to Boomerang’s strategic partnership with the renowned AC Milan. For affiliates, this event was truly unforgettable, as the ceremony was combined with a networking event.

Kristina predicts a significant surge in the demand for sports traffic. Many brands in Boomerang Partners’ portfolio are already focusing on it, and the agency is open to collaboration opportunities in this space.

In 2024, Boomerang Partners saw a remarkable +194% growth in sports traffic across its affiliate ecosystem, along with a +120% year-over-year increase in new affiliate sign-ups. The agency’s effectiveness is undeniable, and Kristina plays a crucial role in driving these successes.

The Role of the Team and the Boomerang Partners’ Culture

It’s essential to note that Kristina’s victory is not solely a result of her personal qualities, but also the environment in which she works. Boomerang Partners fosters a culture that encourages the development of strong industry knowledge in affiliate managers and nurtures their leadership skills. Each team member can rely on internal support, flexibility in problem-solving and goal-setting, as well as active involvement in business processes. This collaborative environment contributes to efficient work and tangible results.

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What’s Next

Kristina is honored to receive the Best Affiliate Manager 2025 award from AskGamblers, but she recognizes that there is still much work to be done. Boomerang Partners regularly participates in major industry events, showcasing its presence with a dedicated booth. Kristina actively attends these events, always prepared to engage with potential partners. She’s now focused on new partnerships and strategic moves that will help Boomerang Partners stay ahead as a top-tier sports affiliate program.

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Independent evaluation shows Ygam training is ‘highly effective’ for practitioners

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Health and Social Care practitioners saw a 72% increase in their ability to recognise gaming and gambling harms in children and young people after completing Ygam’s training, an independent evaluation has revealed.

The independent evaluation, conducted by Rocket Science, highlights the ‘vital role’ of Ygam’s programme in equipping practitioners with the knowledge and tools to recognise, support, and signpost those at risk. It emphasises the importance of Ygam’s work as many practitioners initially have limited awareness of the risks that gaming and gambling can pose to children and young people.

The report reveals data that shows that, in 2024, Ygam not only frequently met, but also exceeded, its monthly targets in relation to the children and young people reach of trained delegates, achieving an overall reach of 166% of the intended target. Ygam trained 1,957 practitioners reaching an estimated 199,467 children and young people. Key deliveries of the training included clinical and non-clinical staff at Alder Hey Children’s and frontline teams at the children’s mental health charity Place2Be.

The evaluation provides strong evidence that Ygam’s training is highly effective and well-suited for Health and Social Care practitioners. Participants reported significantly increased knowledge of gaming and gambling harms after completing the training. The findings also indicate that the programme enhances practitioners’ ability to recognise the signs of harm in children and young people, as well as their confidence in signposting and offering appropriate support when concerns arise.

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Data collect from pre, and post workshop surveys showed their knowledge of gaming and gambling harms increased from 14.8% to 95.1%. There was also strong evidence to suggest their confidence in communicating with children and young people about gaming and gambling had increased (from 20.4% to 91.9%), as well as their ability to signpost and support those who may be experiencing harm (from 18.5% to 92.8%).

The evidence also suggests that the increase in knowledge is enduring insofar as most respondents reported high levels of knowledge regarding gambling and gaming in children and young people at both three months (57.8%) and six months (75.0%) following the workshop.

The evaluation also presented Ygam with some recommendations to enhance the reach and effectiveness of the programme. These include expanding training access to a wider range of frontline professionals, integrating content into existing safeguarding and mental health frameworks, and developing tailored resources for specific practitioner groups.

Sandy Thompson, Programme Lead for Health and Social care at Ygam, said:

“Being evidence-led is at the heart of everything we do. This evaluation does not just depict our impact but emphasises our heightened focus on reflection and improvement. Over the past year, we’ve embedded rigorous evaluation into every stage of programme delivery to ensure our work is both effective and responsive to the needs of health care practitioners and the young people they support.

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“These insights have shaped our approach, informed our partnerships, and strengthened our commitment to continuous growth. As we look ahead, this evidence base will continue to guide our efforts to scale impact and drive meaningful change in the prevention of gaming and gambling harms.”

 

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FBM Foundation donates an ambulance to improve accessible health care at the Baliwag City Hemodialysis Center

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In a significant step towards accessible healthcare, the FBM Foundation joins forces with Alagang Estrella to empower the Baliwag City Hemodialysis Center (BCHC). As the first public-private health partnership in Central Luzon, BHCH benefits from this gesture and gets the chance to offer improved healthcare services to the local community.

The FBM Foundation reaffirms its commitment to community responsibility through its latest initiative, which aims to improve access to essential health services for those in need. The corporate social responsibility project of the FBM Group has partnered with Alagang Estrella to effectively carry out this mission.

The Alagang Estrella, a public service campaign led by Mayor Sonia Estrella and Vice Mayor Ferdie Estrella of Baliwag, Bulacan, delivers compassionate and proactive programs for the community. From health services to education, it aims to uplift the lives of every Baliwagenyo. BCHC, one of its key beneficiaries, is a modern dialysis facility that provides life-saving treatment to underprivileged patients in the area.

Mr. Philip Lim, President, and Ms. Anj Martinez, Vice President of the Baliwag Hemodialysis Center, were also present during the ambulance turnover ceremony and distribution of goods. Their presence highlighted the center’s strong partnership with the FBM Foundation and their shared commitment to improving the lives of dialysis patients in Baliwag. Mr. Allan Concepcion, General Manager of 5Seasons, also joined the event in support of the foundation’s ongoing efforts. His participation reflects the growing collaboration between the private sector and community-driven initiatives in advancing accessible healthcare for all.

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The Baliwag City Hemodialysis Center is now one of the beneficiaries of this public campaign. This state-of-the-art dialysis facility, located in Baliwag, Bulacan, offers modern dialysis services, especially for financially challenged residents of the city. With a focus on improving healthcare services for the local community, the BCHC demonstrates the city’s commitment to providing compassionate and accessible healthcare to its citizens.

One ambulance with healing effects on thousands of lives

On July 14 2025, in collaboration with Alagang Estrella and 10 dedicated FBM Foundation volunteers, FBM Foundation donates an ambulance to ensure more convenient transportation for BCHC’s dialysis patients. This second ambulance donation by the FBM Foundation marks the continuous commitment and contribution of the project to facilitate better access to healthcare services.

The ambulance will be a safe and reliable vehicle for dialysis patients, ensuring timely access to medical services and easing the hassle of transportation.

“At FBM Foundation, we believe that access to healthcare is a right, not a privilege. This ambulance donation it’s a commitment to life, dignity, and hope for the communities that need it most.”, mentioned Pepe Costa, FBM Foundation’s Representative in the Philippines.

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The FBM Foundation and Alagang Estrella’s collaboration is a testament to genuine public service, highlighting the shared hope in helping the Baliwag community. Both projects contribute to shedding light amidst the challenges in healthcare provision, strengthening the core of modern dialysis given by BCHC. This collaborative initiative contributes to community improvement visibly and aims to inspire future projects, challenging more people to lend a helping hand.

FBM Foundation continues its mission to create a lasting impact by promoting growth and well-being in communities around the world.

 

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