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Wrap up warm this festive season with some retro-inspired slot action

Popular iGaming content provider BGaming invites you to cosy up to the fire and hit spin with the release of Totally Hot. This dynamic new title combines classic slot elements with modern gameplay mechanics.

Taking into account its December launch, BGaming dressed up the game for the season: the action is brought to life with bold visuals and festive animations, with roaring hot flames filling the background and Christmas candy canes bordering the reels. Totally Hot will revert to its original version when the holiday season is over.

It is not only the game’s visuals that have been given a modern makeover. Totally Hot deploys a pay-both-ways payment mechanic across its 5×3 game grid, giving players the chance to win with matching combinations in both directions across the reels. Wins go from left-to-right, right-to-left, and even begin in the middle of the reels.

There is also the potential for a festive treat to drop in the middle of the grid in the form of an Expanding Wild, holding players’ attention with the action on every spin.

Totally Hot keeps the good times rolling thanks to a low-volatility maths model that entertains players with frequent wins. This is complemented by an extremely attractive RTP of 97.21%.

Vasili Pauliuchenko, Game Producer at BGaming, said, “The holidays are here, and we wanted to provide our players with the bright and warm gift of nostalgia this Christmas. Totally Hot has been designed to captivate new players and seasoned classic slot lovers alike, keeping them engaged with wins coming from literally every direction.

The game’s blazing vibes and low volatility serve up plenty of laid-back fun.”

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Finland is preparing to usher in a new era for its gambling industry, with a comprehensive reform that transitions the country from a state monopoly to a regulated, licensed market. According to updates received by Nordic Legal, the Administrative Committee of the Finnish Parliament has completed its report, confirming the core elements of the reform. While the legislation has yet to be formally published, it is expected to pass without further amendments.

This reform marks a significant shift in Finland’s gambling landscape and introduces a well-defined roadmap that operators and suppliers should begin preparing for now.

Key Milestones in Finland’s Gambling Market Reform

• B2C licence application opens: March 1, 2026

• Opening of the gambling market: July 1, 2027

• B2B licence application opens: July 1, 2027

• B2B licence requirement enforced: July 1, 2028

In addition to these regulatory changes, the Finnish government is reportedly exploring mechanisms for enhanced player protection. One such initiative under consideration is the introduction of loss limits that would apply across all licensed operators, signalling a strong commitment to responsible gambling.

Nordic Legal: Your Strategic Partner for Finnish Market Entry

With deep expertise in the Nordic gambling sector, Nordic Legal is uniquely positioned to assist operators navigating the Finnish licensing process. Drawing on experience in Denmark and Sweden, the firm brings regulatory insight, a streamlined methodology, and local expertise to ensure clients are well-prepared for this market transformation.

Why Choose Nordic Legal?

1. Familiarity with Your Business
For existing clients operating in Denmark or Sweden, Nordic Legal leverages its existing understanding of your organisation and technical infrastructure. This continuity accelerates the process and avoids duplication of effort.

2. Regulatory Expertise
Years of engagement with Danish and Swedish regulators allow Nordic Legal to anticipate regulatory expectations, resolve potential issues early, and smooth out the application journey.

3. Proven Nordic Methodology
Nordic Legal applies a tested framework to each licence application, including:

• Reusing existing documentation where possible

• Mapping technical and certification requirements in advance

• Aligning responsible gambling strategies with Finnish standards

• Co-managing projects through your current contact and our Helsinki team

• Constructive engagement with regulatory authorities when needed

Finland Licence Application Package

To support a seamless entry into the Finnish market, Nordic Legal offers a comprehensive application service that includes:

• Translation of all required documents

• Step-by-step application guidance

• Completion of application forms

• Full project management

• Direct communication with the Finnish Gambling Authority on your behalf

Operators aiming to enter the Finnish market are encouraged to begin preparations early. Nordic Legal’s package ensures that you will be ready when the application process opens in 2026.

Thinking of Entering the Finnish Market?

Whether Finland is part of your expansion strategy or you need a clearer understanding of how the new legislation affects your operations, Nordic Legal is ready to help. With expert knowledge of the requirements, the process, and the business context, we provide the guidance and support you need to move forward confidently.

For more information about our Licence Application Package or a personalised assessment of the Finnish market, please contact Nordic Legal directly.

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Kaizen Foundation, the Social Purpose Foundation funded exclusively by Kaizen Gaming, is partnering with Ashoka, one of the world’s leading organisations dedicated to social entrepreneurship, to support the next generation of social innovators and changemakers. Through this collaboration, the Kaizen Foundation will contribute to Ashoka’s global work and fund two outstanding new Ashoka Fellows – one in Portugal and one in Romania.

For more than 40 years, Ashoka has built and nurtured the largest network of social entrepreneurs in the world, with each Fellow committed to driving innovation and creating meaningful, long-term change. Addressing challenges such as poverty, access to healthcare and the development of inclusive public services, Ashoka fosters changemaking ecosystems through partnerships across education, civil society and business. Its youth initiatives promote empathy, co-creation and problem-solving as core skills to achieve system-level change.

Recent Fellows in Romania include Dorica Dan, who revolutionizes the field of care for rare disease patients, influencing national legislation to improve diagnosis and access to therapies. In Portugal, Celmira Macedo tackles barriers to education and health literacy and supports students with special needs, reaching over 100,000 people in 76 Portuguese cities.

Once identified and selected for Ashoka’s Global Fellowship, the two new entrepreneurs will be fully funded by the Kaizen Foundation and will join a vibrant global community of Fellows across 95 countries. In addition to supporting Ashoka’s backbone operations, the Kaizen Foundation will also support the Ashoka Fellowship offering for all current Fellows – a programme designed to sustain and strengthen the global, national and regional infrastructure that helps Fellows thrive, scale their impact and collaborate across borders.

Panos Konstantopoulos, President of the Kaizen Foundation, noted: “Real impact begins with people – those who dare to imagine better futures and work tirelessly to build them. Ashoka has created one of the strongest communities of changemakers worldwide. Supporting new Fellows in Portugal and Romania allows us to stand behind individuals who are addressing critical social challenges with courage and creativity. We’re honoured to help strengthen the communities they serve.”

David Bonbright, Member of the Global Leadership Group at Ashoka, commented: “We are delighted to welcome the Kaizen Foundation into Ashoka’s global community of partners. Their strong focus on innovation, technology and long-term social impact makes them a natural ally in our effort to build a world where everyone can be a changemaker. With their support, we will be able to identify and back outstanding entrepreneurs in Portugal and Romania, while also strengthening the support system that enables all our Fellows to collaborate, learn from one another and scale their impact.”

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