Gambling in the USA
High 5 Games takes to the sky with Eagles’ Flight

Latest release features split boost feature to create explosive bonus round
High 5 Games (H5G), the industry’s leading independent casino games provider, is taking players to the skies above in Eagles’ Flight, the latest addition to its fast-growing slots library.
The 5×4 medium volatility slot, set in the clouds of North America, follows the bald eagle which lands on the reels to reward players with big wins and jackpots.
H5G’s newest global launch incorporates the supplier’s popular split symbols feature, which adds excitement to the player experience with the possibility of more symbols appearing on the reels and broadening the paytable for even higher potential wins.
In the bonus round, the split boost feature takes the gameplay to the next level by boosting standard symbols into split symbols.
Nicholas Chin, Senior Director of Business Development at High 5 Games, said: “The bald eagles are soaring high and hungry to reward players in our latest global release, Eagles’ Flight.
“Players will love the split symbols and boost feature as they add another dimension to the gaming experience, providing even more chances to win and sail off into the sunset.”
Eagles’ Flight is now available to H5G’s fast-growing network of operator partners through its leading remote game server, High 5 VAULT.
View the game’s promo video by clicking here.
About High 5 Games
High 5 Games is the industry’s largest independent casino games provider, developing content for the land-based, mobile, online and social markets. Its fast-expanding games portfolio is enjoyed by players across six continents and in more than 150 countries.
The company operates High 5 Casino, the premier destination for the most robust slot content library in the casino category with nearly 17 million players worldwide, as well as several niche social casino apps.
The company’s leading remote game server, High 5 VAULT, integrates with online casinos around the world and features a selection of the company’s top brands for real money play. High 5 Games is a truly global operation, with its headquarters in New York City, along with additional offices in Gibraltar, Kansas City, London, and New Jersey.
To find out more about High 5 Games, please visit www.high5games.com
Gambling in the USA
Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – May 2-8

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.
Latest News
Light & Wonder Inc has announced that the Company has completed the previously announced legal entity name change from Scientific Games Corporation to Light & Wonder Inc in connection with its recently announced rebranding pursuant to the sale of its Lottery business.
Beach Point Capital Management LP has announced a $30 million private credit investment in GAN Limited, a leading full-service internet gaming software-as-a-service provider.
Kings Entertainment has announced that the company’s common shares commenced trading on the OTCQB market under the ticker “JKPTF”. Kings Entertainment’s common shares will also continue to trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE) under the ticker “JKPT”.
Brazil’s Senate has passed a cryptocurrency law project that seeks to give more clarity and protect users from different cryptocurrency-related scams that have happened in the country. The project will now advance to the Chamber of Deputies, which will be responsible for debating and approving or rejecting this new project.
The Massachusetts Senate has passed a bill that would allow legal sports betting – but with a prohibition on many forms of marketing – in the state. The chamber reviewed Senate Bill 2844, which added a clause to the Massachusetts General Laws clarifying that sports betting, whether online or land-based, was not a form of illegal gaming.
Aristocrat Gaming has broken ground on a new manufacturing facility in Henderson, Nevada. Henderson Mayor Debra March joined hundreds of Aristocrat team members for the groundbreaking celebration.
International Game Technology PLC (IGT) has announced that it has become the first U.S. supplier in the gaming industry to receive Global Gambling Guidance Group (G4) responsible gaming accreditation for its sports betting operations.
Maine governor Janet Mills has signed a bill that would allow for both retail and tribal-operated online sports betting into law. LD 585 would allow for the state’s four Native American tribes to apply for a license to operate online sports betting.
Ainsworth Game Technology has successfully installed its award-winning Historical Horse Racing System (HHR) and 100 machines at The Brook in Seabrook, N.H. It marks the first time HHR machines have been utilised in the recently opened New Hampshire market.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has announced the addition of fantasy contest operator license applications to its official website. The agency may now issue two types of licenses.
FlowPlay has announced the launch of a new in-game fundraising campaign to benefit the American Cancer Society (ACS).
Partnerships
FanDuel Group has announced a multi-year partnership renewal to become an Official Sports Betting Partner of the New York Yankees.
playAWARDS has added experiential entertainment brand Lighthouse Immersive to its growing portfolio of reward partners.
New Appointment
FanDuel Group has appointed David Jennings as its Chief Financial Officer. Jennings will be responsible for oversight of all FanDuel’s finance functions including FP&A, strategy, accounting, procurement, tax and treasury in support of the company’s Sportsbook, Casino, Racing, Daily Fantasy, Retail and corporate functions.
New Acquisition
Playmaker Capital Inc. has acquired The Sports Drop, a US-based sports media company that focuses on NFL, NBA, MLB and collegiate sports coverage.
Compliance Updates
EveryMatrix signs patent license agreement with IGT

iGaming provider EveryMatrix has just signed a patent license agreement with IGT, holder of the largest slot game feature patents portfolio in North America.
This agreement will allow EveryMatrix to offer slots across North America that utilize patented game features within IGT’s portfolio and others in IGT’s game features patent licensing program, increasing EveryMatrix’s reach and strengthening its position in the U.S. and beyond.
Erik Nyman, President EveryMatrix Americas, comments: “Signing a patent license agreement with IGT was an important milestone in our U.S expansion. Through this agreement, EveryMatrix will have access to IGT’s game feature patents, allowing us to distribute our gaming content to partners across North America.”
Stephen Calogero, VP and Deputy General Counsel, Global Gaming and Intellectual Property at IGT said: “We are pleased to add EveryMatrix as a member of the game features licensing program which has fostered unprecedented innovation for game mechanics across the industry.”
Gambling in the USA
Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – April 25-May 1

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.
Latest News
Aruze Gaming America (AGA), a leading developer of gambling entertainment solutions for the global casino market, has announced its new Muso Curve 55—Midnight Edition Cabinet. Along with the cabinet, Aruze also announced two exclusive game titles.
Aspire Global’s BtoBet has obtained the Gaming Labs International “Events Wagering System” certification standard GLI-33. Aspire Global’s complete B2B iGaming offering is now fully certified in North America and ready for a broad launch.
Jackpocket announced its launch in New Mexico in partnership with Circle K. Lottery players in New Mexico can now use Jackpocket’s mobile app to place ticket orders for well-known lottery game favourites, including Mega Millions, Powerball, Lotto America, Pick 3, Pick 4 and Roadrunner Cash.
A plain curved wall has become a spectacular architectural art feature with a new digital signage installation from JCM Global (JCM) at Grand Casino Hotel & Resort. JCM installed its AirSlim Digital Signage Solution above the Grand Café. Stretching 40 feet wide and 10 feet tall at its highest point, the unique digital signage installation features a series of ultra slim panels spaced just two inches apart, allowing the display to perfectly follow the wall’s natural curvature.
Caesars Entertainment has raised the stakes once again, now offering more ways than ever to earn Caesars Rewards Tier Status with the new and improved Caesars Rewards Visa card, in partnership with Bread Financial. For the first time, new and existing Caesars Rewards members will earn not just Reward Credits but also have the opportunity to raise their Tier Status with every purchase made using their Caesars Rewards Visa card.
New Partnerships
Vegas Golden Knights announced a multi-year jersey entitlement partnership with Circa Las Vegas for Golden Knights jerseys worn during the team’s home games played at T-Mobile Arena. The home jersey patch will begin being worn at the start of the 2022-23 NHL season and signify the organisation’s first-official jersey entitlement partnership.
Cleveland Browns and Bally’s Interactive announced a long-term partnership that features various fan-focused elements and establishes the gaming leader as an official sports betting partner of the team.
Penn National Gaming has partnered with U.S. Integrity (USI) to strengthen operations for both companies across the Canadian and U.S. regulated markets.
Aristocrat Gaming has entered a first-of-its-kind partnership with the Fremont Street Experience, the six-block entertainment district located in historic downtown Las Vegas. Aristocrat is the world’s first slot manufacturer to create an invitation to play on the world’s largest single video screen – the 136,000-square foot canopy over the Fremont Street Experience.
New Appointments
National Council on Problem Gambling has appointed Jaime Costello as Director of Programmes. Costello is an experienced addiction and public health professional with nearly fifteen years of experience working in the problem gambling field.
PointsBet has appointed Brett Jackman as Vice President of Strategy for PointsBet Canada. Jackman holds nearly 15 years of professional experience as a strategy and transformation leader, advising large North American companies on their growth strategy initiatives and top priorities, including new market and product launches, enterprise transformations and M&A.
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