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Soft2Bet joins SBC Summit Rio 2025, highlighting MEGA and enhanced portfolio

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Soft2Bet joins SBC Summit Rio 2025, highlighting MEGA and enhanced portfolio

Soft2Bet, a leading global iGaming platform provider, has announced its participation in SBC Summit Rio 2025, taking place on 26-27 February at Riocentro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The company will host an exclusive workshop focused on its cutting-edge casino gamification solution at Stand B960, designed for operators seeking data-driven gamification insights for casino and sportsbook brands. 

Soft2Bet’s MEGA workshop, presented by Nicolas Campano, Sales Director LATAM, will provide in-depth insights into how MEGA enhances the player retention loop through motivational engineering and personalized experiences. Users play and bet for real money, collecting additional loyalty points. They spend these points to play bonus games (e.g. Bonus Crab, City Builder, etc) to get extra rewards, including free spins, free bets, bonus money, and real money, which they utilize to play more. This hands-on session will feature live demonstrations, showcasing how the solution boosts engagement and drives business performance for operators in regulated markets.

Alongside MEGA, Soft2Bet will present powerful turnkey solutions with new updates and strong PAM, front-end and sportsbook solutions tailored for LATAM operators. With extensive experience in localization and personalization, Soft2Bet has successfully launched B2C brands across multiple highly competitive markets. As one of Soft2Bet’s leading brands, Campobet MX, officially launched in Q4 of 2024, is a prime example of how the company’s platform delivers high-performance, localized gaming experiences for operators looking to expand in the region. Soft2Bet’s products personalize the casino and sports betting experience, delivering an engaging user experience.

“Through this exclusive workshop, we aim to highlight how our API-based, standalone product can enhance the player experience and drive retention in the rapidly growing LATAM market. We look forward to connecting with industry professionals and showcasing the power of innovation in iGaming,” said Campano.

Soft2Bet invites all SBC Summit Rio attendees to Stand B960, where operators can meet with the team, explore Soft2Bet’s full suite of products, and learn more about the company’s strategic growth plans for the Latin American market.

MGM’s restaurants partner with Air Macau to enhance in-flight dining experience

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MGM’s restaurants partner with Air Macau to enhance in-flight dining experience

Macau gaming operator MGM continues its commitment to enhancing Macau’s appeal as a leading travel destination, this time collaborating with Air Macau to elevate the airline’s in-flight dining experience.

This partnership highlights MGM’s culinary expertise from two of its acclaimed restaurants: “Black Pearl One-Diamond Restaurant” Imperial Court featuring Lingnan cuisine and the French brasserie Aux Beaux Arts.

MGM’s professional culinary team from these two signature restaurants has provided comprehensive support to Air Macau’s catering team for almost a year, offering technical guidance on menu design, recipe development, and culinary training. The result is a sophisticated new menu for business-class passengers on key Asian routes with Air Macau, featuring an extensive selection of Chinese and Western dishes and desserts, launching on March 1.

MGM’s restaurants partner with Air Macau to enhance In-Flight dining experience
MGM’s restaurants partner with Air Macau to enhance In-Flight dining experience
MGM’s restaurants partner with Air Macau to enhance In-Flight dining experience
MGM’s restaurants partner with Air Macau to enhance In-Flight dining experience

Hubert Wang, President & COO of MGM China Holdings Limited, said, “This partnership serves as a key gateway connecting Macau with international visitors. Through Air Macau’s extensive route network, we can showcase our city’s rich gastronomic culture, allowing travelers to experience Macau’s culinary excellence even at sky-high. This initiative strengthens Macau’s position as a ‘Creative City of Gastronomy’ while advancing the city’s status as a ‘World Center of Tourism and Leisure’. By weaving together gastronomy and tourism, we are promoting our city’s cultural diversity and innovation, alluring more visitors to explore Macau.”

MGM’s restaurants partner with Air Macau to enhance In-Flight dining experience
Mr. Hubert Wang, President and COO of MGM China Holdings shared his thoughts on the collaboration with Air Macau

Starting March 1, business-class passengers on flights to over 10 major destinations—including Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Chengdu, Tokyo, Osaka, Seoul and more—will enjoy specially curated menus for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and afternoon tea. Drawing on MGM’s expertise in both Chinese and Western cuisines, this initiative enables passengers to discover Macau’s hospitality and culinary mastery during their journey, reinforcing the city’s reputation as a “Creative City of Gastronomy”.

Pragmatic Play ventures into space with John Hunter and Galileo’s Secrets

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Pragmatic Play ventures into space with John Hunter and Galileo’s Secrets

Pragmatic Play, a leading content supplier to the iGaming industry, has released John Hunter and Galileo’s Secrets, the latest addition to its popular John Hunter series that combines mystery symbols with money respins to deliver 5,000x win potential.

The 5×3 grid is filled with telescopes, globes and maps in this astronomical adventure, where mystery symbols can cover entire reels, transforming into matching symbols to boost payouts or money symbols to help trigger the respin feature.

Six or more money symbols on the grid activate the respin feature with three respins. Whenever a new money symbol lands, the number of available respins resets to three. When no respins remain, or the entire grid is filled with money symbols, the value of all cash prizes is collected and paid out.

Landing three book scatters triggers the bonus game with eight free spins initially awarded. Before the feature begins, a random symbol is selected as the mystery symbol, determining whether the bonus game begins at the Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Super level. A gamble option is also available for the chance to upgrade to a higher-paying mystery symbol.

During free spins, full mystery symbols always expand to cover the entire reel and additional scatters are collected in a meter. After every four scatters collected, the bonus game level is upgraded, a new mystery symbol is selected at random, and two extra free spins are awarded.

Super level free spins can be triggered via upgrades during the feature or by landing at least one super scatter in a bonus-triggering spin in the base game. In Super level free spins, the mystery symbol is always the money symbol, meaning players have an increased chance of hitting the respin feature.

John Hunter and Galileo’s Secrets is the latest addition to Pragmatic Play’s award-winning slots portfolio, following the release of Wild Wildebeest Wins, Bigger Bass Splash, and Ancient Island Megaways™.

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Irina Cornides, Chief Operating Officer at Pragmatic Play, said: “John Hunter is one of Pragmatic Play’s most popular game series. This latest adventure features upgrading mystery symbols that enhance the bonus round, offering wins of up to 5,000x.”

Push Gaming ignites thrilling multiplier action in Mad Blast

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Push Gaming ignites thrilling multiplier action in Mad Blast

Push Gaming has launched Mad Blast, a volatile, multiplier-focused, pay-anywhere game that builds crazy robots along with wild winnings.

Set in the workshop of the Mad Tinkerer, quirky, colourful bomb symbols populate the reels, with eight or more required to award a win. Winning symbols are removed from play, and the cascade of replacement icons allows subsequent wins to be formed.

Each cascade in the base game doubles the multiplier value, creating suspense and explosive potential. Symbols such as an extra life and multiplier boost help players climb the progressive multiplier ladder and unlock more wins.

Unlocking the free spins round requires at least three Mad Head symbols. Once triggered, every three consecutive cascades clear a multiplier value from the progressive meter, setting the stage for more explosive wins.

The popular Push Bet mechanic allows players easier access to the bonus, increasing the likelihood of scatters landing, whilst players in jurisdictions that allow bonus buys can jump straight to the free spins round with two different options available.

Mad Blast enhances popular pay-anywhere mechanics and cascading wins with a progressive multiplier meter that naturally keeps the pace and the thrills high in both the base game and free spins round.

As Push Gaming expands its commercial reach, Mad Blast joins a series of immersive entertainment experiences, including Dragon Hopper, 10 Flaming Bison and Jaguar Drop, each offering diverse and engaging gameplay.

Ihor Lozinskiy, Head of Studio at Push Gaming, said: “Mad Blast creates explosive potential every spin, with wins allowing for the creation of more wins and each increasing the titles multiplier. The slot quickly expands the value of wins on offer, and we are confident this is something players will gravitate toward.

“Features like extra life and multiplier boost mean that players can jumpstart the intense action the slot provides, and with a free spins round that builds in suspense throughout the bonus, we are excited to see players’ reception to this highly volatile and explosive release.”

Wynn collaborates with LinkedIn to advance talent development via AI and digital transformation

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Wynn collaborates with LinkedIn to advance talent development via AI and digital transformation

Macau gaming operator Wynn Resorts (Macau) has recently been invited by LinkedIn, the leading global social platform for professional talent, to join its Future Ready Program launched in Hong Kong, being the only Macau enterprise invited to join the program.

Wynn is dedicated to qualifying the team members with the skills and knowledge required for achieving success in the era of artificial intelligence and digital transformation. Through this collaboration, Wynn seeks to understand the latest learning trends in the job market, innovative concepts, and technology to upskill team members and promote the innovation and sustainable development of talent in Macau. 

The Future Ready Program is being launched by LinkedIn in collaboration with 14 leading organizations from core industries in Hong Kong and Macau. Utilizing the talent pool of over 1 billion members from all around the world, the program will equip enterprises with necessary tools and resources through data-driven insights analysis, targeted upskill initiatives and knowledge exchange, thus navigating workforce transformation, driving a culture of innovation, and equipping professionals in Hong Kong and Macau with the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing job market. 

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As a partner of the Future Ready Program and the only Macau enterprise invited to join the initiative, Wynn will enjoy assistance from LinkedIn in formulating talent plans and long-term retention strategies through tailored analysis reports provided by the platform. LinkedIn will also hold exclusive events and quarterly executive roundtables, empowering organizations to stay ahead of workforce shifts by facilitating them to jointly explore job transformation and skill demands.

Wynn believes that participating in the Future Ready Program in collaboration with LinkedIn, will not only help to attract and retain top talent and equip team members with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the future but also enhance the soft power of the company, thus contributing to the transformation, innovation, and sustainable development of talent in Hong Kong and Macau.

Continent 8 joins SBC Summit Rio 2025 to highlight cybersecurity strategies in Brazil’s iGaming sector

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Continent 8 joins SBC Summit Rio 2025 to highlight cybersecurity strategies in Brazil’s iGaming sector

Continent 8 Technologies, the leading provider of global managed hosting, connectivity, cloud, and cybersecurity solutions to the iGaming and online sports betting industry, has announced its participation at SBC Summit Rio 2025 at Stand B220.

At SBC Summit Rio, Continent 8 technical and industry experts will be sharing insights on complying with Brazil’s Ordinance No. 722, which outlines the specific and essential technical and cybersecurity standard for licensees launching in the Brazilian market. Operators must comply within six months of obtaining their gaming licenses in the Latin American (LATAM) market.

To support Brazil’s launch, Continent 8 offers a state-of-the-art data centre facility in São Paulo, along with a complete suite of services to address rigorous data residency, backup, disaster recovery and cybersecurity requirements. Furthermore, the specific utilization of submarine cable capacity from Brazil to Portugal minimizes latency between Europe and LATAM.

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Continent 8 worldwide network
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Submarine cable, Brazil-Portugal

By taking this route, rather than via North America as other in-region cloud providers, Continent 8 provides the best support to European operations targeting the region by improving latency by over 40%. This unique, localised support, combined with global planning, enables the regulated Brazilian gaming market to rapidly deploy secure, compliant and ultra-low-latency gaming platforms and operations.

The LATAM market is of considerable strategic importance to Continent 8. The trusted infrastructure and cybersecurity services provider in the region, Continent 8 first launched LATAM and Caribbean operations in Colombia in 2020 and has since expanded its data centre locations and best-in-class managed and professional services to Brazil, Curaçao, Peru and Puerto Rico, with further expansion plans underway.

Luana Monje, Sales Executive at Continent 8
Luana Monje, Sales Executive at Continent 8

Luana Monje, Sales Executive at Continent 8 said, “Continent 8 continues its deep investment and commitment to the LATAM market, with the newly established regulated Brazilian jurisdiction being a top priority. We have invested in a new data centre and the provision of customised services to address a comprehensive range of local mandated requirements, including latency, cybersecurity, public/private cloud, AWS hybrid cloud, and more – all with the goal of providing the best regulated iGaming launch and support experience.

“We’re excited to continue this conversation at SBC Summit Rio and explore how we can support your gaming initiatives. Stop by our stand to learn why are the go-to infrastructure and cybersecurity partner, powering and protecting the industry for over 25 years.”

To schedule a meeting at SBC Summit Rio, visit: https://lp.continent8.com/latam-solutions or email [email protected].

1xAffiliates to join SiGMA Eurasia 2025 in Dubai, UAE

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1xAffiliates to join SiGMA Eurasia 2025 in Dubai, UAE

1xAffiliates, a leading program with an effective tool for earning money through advertising in the fast-growing iGaming industry, has announced its participation in SiGMA Eurasia 2025, one of the largest international forums in the iGaming industry.

The summit, held from February 23 to 25 in Dubai, UAE, will bring together 14,000 delegates, almost 5,000 affiliates, and over 300 speakers.

1xAffiliates has confirmed its status as an industry leader by becoming the exhibition sponsor and invites guests to visit its booth 90D. The company’s top managers  will be happy to share exclusive information about modern marketing solutions, innovative technologies, and unique opportunities for scaling your business with the brand’s affiliate program.

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Gregory van der Wiel

Paris Saint-Germain legendary footballer and the Netherlands national team player Gregory van der Wiel will be a special guest at the 1xAffiliates booth! He won an impressive 10 trophies with the French giants and played an essential role in the squad that became the sole leader of French football in the middle of the last decade. Don’t miss this exclusive chance to meet a PSG star in person!

The 1xAffiliates team considers Eurasia an important region and actively develops collaboration with local partners. Participation in the exhibition will be an excellent opportunity to strengthen existing ties and establish new business contacts.

Among the guests of its booth, 1xAffiliates will draw PlayStation 5 game consoles, tickets to Paris Saint-Germain matches with the opportunity to attend training and communicate with the team, the French club’s retro jerseys, and fashionable merchandise. The super prize will be given to the winner by Gregory van der Wiel.

Drawings will be held on February 24 and 25 at 3:00 P.M. Additionally, 1xAffiliates has prepared exciting activities for its partners, including the Wheel of Fortune and tasty designer cocktails. Come to the brand’s booth for fresh ideas, productive networking, and cool gifts!

Daily Asia Gaming eBrief: Mohegan aims to stymy Bain Capital takeover of INSPIRE

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Daily Asia Gaming eBrief: Mohegan aims to stymy Bain Capital takeover of INSPIRE
Good morning. Much ado in Korea. The surprise management takeover of Mohegan’s INSPIRE resort in Incheon has investors reeling, with the investment firm strongly believing that a corporate overhaul will fix the lack of income. But Mohegan is fighting back, claiming that it has been consecutively paying down its debt and there was no need for the brazen power grab. Meanwhile, in Macau, the top official has finally confirmed how reliant the SAR is on gaming revenue, noting that its efforts at diversification are not keeping up with the desired metrics.

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PAOCC pursues case against Pasay officials amid POGO raids

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PAOCC pursues case against Pasay officials amid POGO raids

The Philippines’ Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) is considering legal action against local officials in Pasay City due to the continued operation of illegal Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) within their jurisdiction.

Pasay, a highly urbanized city in the Philippines, borders Manila to the south. POGOs had been concentrated in Metro Manila, particularly in Pasay and Parañaque.

According to the Philippine News Agency, the PAOCC spokesperson Winston Casio, speaking at a Palace press briefing on Wednesday, emphasized that the southern part of Metro Manila, including Pasay, Parañaque, and Makati, remains a key area for illegal POGOs.

The PAOCC is building a case against certain local government units (LGUs) in these cities, particularly Pasay, following multiple POGO raids.

Casio noted that the ongoing investigation is examining the potential criminal liability of Pasay City officials, focusing on their role in issuing business permits and mayor’s permits. While the investigation is still in progress, collaboration with the Department of Justice and the Department of the Interior and Local Government is ongoing.

Raids in Pasay have included operations at locations such as SA Rivendell, Zun Yuan Technology, Kimberhi Technology, and the Heritage Hotel.

Earlier this week, the PAOCC also set a new target to eliminate all illegal POGOs by the end of the year, as all POGOs had already been banned by the end of 2024.

Meanwhile, Bureau of Immigration (BI) spokesperson Dana Sandoval reported that 11,254 foreign POGO workers remain in the Philippines, despite government orders for them to leave following the industry’s closure last year. These workers, primarily from Vietnam, China, Indonesia, and Myanmar, are facing deportation and have been added to the BI’s blacklist.

Sandoval clarified that this figure excludes those who were already working with illegal POGOs. According to the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation’s (PAGCOR) list, there are approximately 33,863 foreign nationals employed by registered POGOs, with 22,609 having already left the country. The remaining workers are now classified as illegal aliens.

So far, BI operations have led to the arrest of 518 foreign POGO workers in four major operations this year, including raids in Parañaque, Silang, Cavite, and Pasay.

SkyCity sees stark drop in net profit for 2H24 due to lower visitor spend

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SkyCity sees stark drop in net profit for 2H24 due to lower visitor spend

New Zealand and Australia gaming operator SkyCity Entertainment Group has announced that it saw a 41.5 percent drop in underlying total net profit for the last six months of 2024, largely due to the settlement with South Australia due to its gaming duty.

According to the group’s most recent financials, group revenue fell by 5 percent, on lower spend per visit, topping out at AU$422 million during the period.

Group EBITDA was down by 2 percent, amounting to AU$11.3.1 million.

Despite the slight downturn in results, SkyCity remains optimistic, noting that it has a solid balance sheet and customer visitation levels remain strong.

It also promotes the opening of the New Zealand International Convention Center (NZICC) – scheduled for a February 2026 opening.

New Zealand International Convention Center, NZICC, New Zealand

The group that its macros for the period were affected by ‘lower spending resulting from challenging macro-economic conditions’.

Speaking of the results, Chief Executive Officer Jason Walbridge noted “We continue to operate in challenging market conditions with subdued consumer confidence, so we’re pleased to see strength in our visitation numbers as people continue to enjoy coming to SKyCity for their entertainment”.

The executive notes the continued focus on tourism both in Australia and New Zealand, noting that the company has a “big part to play in the tourism sector”, while highlighting the opening of the NZICC.

Group NPAT for the period was down by 73 percent yearly, as a result of interest costs due to the ‘long-standing gaming duty matter with Revenue South Australia’.

However the group lauded its hotel performance, in particular that of Horizon Hotel in Auckland, noting it is “outperforming the market in terms of occupancy”, with further expected strength after the opening of NZICC.

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