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Stakelogic launches Super Joker™ Megaways™
Classic slot uses Big Time Gaming’s Megaways™ mechanic and several thrilling features to ensure players not only win but win big
Stakelogic, one of the most in-demand developers in the market – is pleased to unveil its latest classic video slot which uses Big Time Gaming’s revolutionary Megaways™ mechanic to deliver a thrilling and engaging player experience like no other.
Super Joker™ Megaways™ is a fairly complex 3×3 reel classic slot that uses Megaways™ to deliver up to 512 ways to win with every spin. This is combined with a number of in-game features that mean players not only have a great chance of winning, but of winning big.
In the base game players can take advantage of Megaways’ cascading reel structure to turn moderate wins into mega wins. If that wasn’t enough, Super Joker™ Megaways™ also comes hooked-up to Stakelogic’s innovative Super Stake™ feature.
Super Stake™ allows players to effectively double their bet with every spin, placing a side bet that also increases the chance of landing the game’s main bonus, the Mystery Win Feature, as well as activating Super Joker Mode.
In the base game, the Mystery Win Feature is triggered when three or more Scatter Symbols land anywhere on the reels. Three Scatters award a prize ranging from 1,000 to 6,000 while four or more will instantly award the 6,000 win.
Super Joker Mode is activated when a player wins double their stake or more, which fills the Super Meter automatically. The Super Meter keeps track of the winnings that remain. Each time the game is played, the Meter decreases by the stake, but if the player wins it is added to the Meter.
In addition, players are given the chance to Gamble their winnings. They can bet on the card colour or card suit – the former potentially Multiplying their win x2 and the latter x4.
Super Joker™ Megaways™ captures the classic look and feel of a 3×3 reel slot but with a modern twist thanks to the bold and bright design, graphics, characters and symbols. This is combined with authentic sound and the thrilling gameplay described above.
Stephan van den Oetelaar, CEO of Stakelogic, said: “Stakelogic is just as focussed on developing the best classic slots as we are modern video slots and Super Joker™ Megaways™ shows our dedication to these old-school games that still deliver a thrilling player experience.
“Combining three-reels with Megaways™ means that players have more chance to not only win, but win big. Not only that, but Super Joker™ Megaways™ looks great, sounds great, and provides one of the most engaging classic slot experiences out there.”
Baltics
Evoplay bolsters presence in Lithuania with Betsafe deal
Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, is expanding in the Baltics thanks to its latest tie-up with Betsafe in Lithuania.
The deal sees over 90 of the supplier’s leading titles live on the Betsson Group’s Lithuanian brand Betsafe, a leading operator in the market.
Included in the agreement are Evoplay’s top-performing titles such as Elven Princesses, Hot Triple Sevens and The Greatest Catch Bonus Buy which are now available for Betsafe players.
The latest integration follows a string of similar deals for Evoplay who has continued its expansion across regulated markets in Europe and beyond.
Ihor Zarechnyi, CBDO at Evoplay, said: “Integrating our products to Betsafe, a leading brand in Lithuania, is another important step in our commercial trajectory as our titles continue to grow in popularity and develop a stellar reputation among gaming enthusiasts worldwide.
“Lithuania is a vibrant and dynamic market, and we are thrilled to bring our award-winning content to even more players in the region.”
Aurimas Šilys, Head of Lithuania at Betsson Group, said: “Boosting our offering with a diverse array of titles is of utmost importance for Betsafe as we strive to deliver an unmatched gaming experience to players in Lithuania.
“We are delighted to integrate Evoplay’s dynamic portfolio into our offerings, and we anticipate it will resonate exceptionally well with our audience.”
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EL Executive Committee Names Mr Ionut-Valeriu Andrei as New Member
The EL Executive Committee has named Mr. Ionut-Valeriu Andrei as its newest member during its meeting on April 5. Mr. Andrei is the General Manager of Loteria Română since 2022, and succeeds Mr. Olgierd Cieslik, whose term as CEO of Totalisator Sportowy (Poland) has concluded.
”It is with great pleasure to welcome Mr Ionut-Valeriu Andrei as a new Executive Committee member. As an experienced executive, Mr Andrei has already contributed in various ways to our Association and the EL Executive Committee members trust he will continue to do so in the future,” Arjan van ‘t Veer, Secretary General of EL, said.
Mr Andrei will oversee the learning and development activities of EL. His appointment underscores the further commitment of the European Lotteries to inclusivity and collaboration among its members.
”I am honoured to join the EL Executive Committee and look forward to working closely with my colleagues to advance the mission and values of the Association,” Ionut-Valeriu Andrei said.
Mr Andrei’s co-optation will be formalised during the upcoming EL General Assembly in Salzburg (Austria) on 17 June 2024.
Compliance Updates
EGBA Welcomes European Parliament’s Approval Of New EU Anti-Money Laundering Framework
The EU’s new anti-money laundering package aims to create a more consistent regulatory framework and will benefit online gambling operators by standardising AML rules and reporting requirements across member states.
Brussels, 24 April 2024 – The European Parliament has approved the EU’s new anti-money laundering (AML) package at its plenary sitting today, marking a significant milestone towards a new EU framework for combatting financial crime. The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA), representing Europe’s leading online gambling operators, welcomes the Parliament’s approval of the new AML package and believes the incoming rule changes will strengthen the EU’s approach to tackling money laundering.
The new package will contain:
- A single rulebook regulation – with provisions on conducting due diligence on customers, transparency of beneficial owners and the use of crypto-assets.
- The 6th Anti-Money Laundering Directive – containing national provisions on supervision and national AML authorities, as well as on the access of authorities to necessary and reliable information, e.g. beneficial ownership registers.
- The establishment of the European Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) – which have supervisory and investigative powers to ensure compliance with AML requirements, operating in conjunction with national AML authorities.
EGBA believes the new rules will benefit Europe’s online gambling operators by ensuring a consistent regulatory approach across EU member states. Another important feature, under the competence of AMLA, will be the creation of a harmonised reporting format for Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs). This will ensure that Europe’s online gambling operators encounter the same STR requirements across all EU member states, thereby setting clear and consistent expectations that will reduce administrative burdens and costs.
To assist online gambling operators in complying with the EU’s new AML rules, EGBA has developed industry-specific guidelines on anti-money laundering which apply a risk-based approach and include practical measures that operators can take – on customer and business risk assessments, customer due diligence processes, suspicious transaction reporting, and record keeping. EGBA members already apply the guidelines and submit annual reports to EGBA that summarise their progress in implementing its measures. The guidelines are also open to all operators based in the EU and EGBA encourages operators to sign up to them.
The AML package now awaits formal adoption by the Council of the EU, expected in May, before being published in the EU’s Official Journal.
“We welcome the European Parliament’s approval of the new anti-money laundering package. The new framework will set high standards and ensure greater consistency in the application of AML rules across the EU. Online gambling operators, especially those operating in multiple countries, will benefit from a single rulebook and harmonised reporting requirements that will unravel national complexities. We will look to review our industry guidelines on AML to ensure their alignment with the new EU rules. By signing up to the guidelines, operators can already prepare themselves for the incoming changes in the EU rules and join our members in their efforts to proactively and positively contribute to the EU’s fight against money laundering.” – Dr. Ekaterina Hartmann, Director of Legal and Regulatory Affairs, EGBA.
Source: EGBA
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