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Affinity Gaming appoints Tony Rodio as CEO

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Affinity Gaming, a casino operator based in Las Vegas has roped in Anthony Rodio as the Chief Executive Officer. His tenure will start immediately.

Mr. Rodio has a proven track record spanning three decades in the gaming industry. Most recently, he has as President, Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board of Directors of Tropicana Entertainment, Inc. He led Tropicana to unprecedented growth, improving the company’s overall financial results with net revenue increasing more than 50% through both operational improvements and further expansion into regional markets.

“We are committed to Affinity Gaming becoming a leader in the local casino market and Tony’s career accomplishments make him uniquely qualified to lead the Company in its next phase of growth and development,” said James Zenni, Chairman of Affinity’s Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer of Z Capital Partners. “Tony is one of the top executives in the gaming industry and I’m confident that he is the right person to drive Affinity’s continued growth and enhanced commitment to the player experience. I look forward to working closely with him in this new role.”

“It is an honor to join the Affinity team and I am pleased to have the opportunity to work alongside Z Capital, an experienced and proven investor in the gaming industry,” said Mr. Rodio. “I look forward to leading Affinity in its next phase of growth and I am excited to partner with our management team and general managers to enhance the experience for our valued customers.”

 

About Affinity Gaming:
Affinity Gaming is a diversified casino gaming company headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. The company’s casino operations consist of 11 casinos, five of which are located in Nevada, three in Colorado, two in Missouri and one in Iowa.

 

About Z Capital Group:
Z Capital Group, L.L.C. and its subsidiaries (“Z Capital”) are a leading alternative asset management firm with approximately $2.3 billion of regulatory assets under management. For over two decades, the Partners of Z Capital have worked exclusively to realize significant capital appreciation by making controlling equity investments in manufacturing and industrial companies across a diverse array of industries, including basic materials, branded consumer, automotive parts, capital equipment and general manufacturing.

Z Capital creates value for its investors by collaborating with talented management teams to generate investment returns by structurally improving the strategic position, competitiveness and profitability of its portfolio companies. The Z Capital Private Equity Funds’ portfolio companies are within numerous industries, have aggregate annual revenues of approximately $1.3 billion, sell products in 57 countries, and have over 11,000 employees and an excess of 200,000 associates, directly and through joint ventures worldwide.


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Magic Stones: A Casino Slot in a Cubic World with Next-Generation Mechanics

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MGA Games announces the launch of Magic Stones in International Markets, its new online slot available from April 28. The game offers an underground adventure in a voxel art world (3D graphics made of blocks), where players explore caves, collect precious stones with multiplier effects, and face various challenges in a fantasy environment.

The main gameplay is based on a 5×3 format with 10 paylines. It features cumulative Money symbols and a direct Free Spins purchase option. During these free spins, progressive multipliers and the Collect function with Wild symbols allow players to unlock additional spins and boost their chances of winning as the game progresses.

With a clear focus on innovation, Magic Stones positions itself as a key title in MGA Games’ expansion strategy. Its release represents a unique opportunity for operators looking to diversify their portfolios and offer players a distinctive, memorable, and highly profitable experience.

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ZEAL is a new member of the German Online Casino Association (DOCV)

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  • In addition to online lotteries, the company offers a growing portfolio of online games for B2C and B2B target groups
  • ZEAL is committed to responsible gambling and strengthening the regulated market

ZEAL Network SE, Germany’s market leader for online lotteries and provider of online games for B2C and B2B target groups, has been a member of the German Online Casino Association (DOCV) since April. With this step, ZEAL underlines its commitment to responsible online gambling and effective regulation that strengthens the legal market in Germany.

“We are delighted to be working with the DOCV,” says Helmut Becker, CEO of ZEAL. “Our aim is to provide a fair and transparent gaming experience with state-of-the-art player and consumer protection. We are now working together with the DOCV to strengthen regulated gambling in Germany and combat the black market.”

“We are delighted to welcome ZEAL as a new member of the DOCV,” says Julia Lensing, Managing Director of the DOCV. “The DOCV continues to advocate market-driven regulation of online gambling that strengthens legal offerings, effectively curbs the black market and guarantees genuine player protection. With ZEAL, our association has gained another committed company that supports the principles of legal, transparent and responsible online gambling and wants to actively contribute to the positive development of the regulated market.”

By joining the DOCV, ZEAL is reaffirming its commitment to a responsible corporate policy and sending a clear signal for player protection and regulation.

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Soft2Bet shortlisted for 8 honours at 2025 WIG Diversity Awards

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Soft2Bet, a leading iGaming turnkey solutions provider that delivers high-quality products and services for online gambling operators, has been shortlisted in eight headline categories at the 2025 Women in Gaming (WIG) Diversity & Inclusion Awards, scheduled for 5 June at London’s Savoy Hotel. The WIG Diversity & Inclusion Awards honour outstanding contributions across areas such as innovation, inclusive culture, community impact, and business leadership within the global gaming sector. This recognition follows a year of high performance results, new deals, new brand launches, platform, MEGA product growth, and leadership recognition, underscoring Soft2Bet’s dual strength as a technology provider and an employer of choice.

Shortlisted categories

  • B2B Excellence (Company)
  • Best Diverse Place to Work
  • Community Engagement
  • Company of the Year (Supplier)
  • Great Place to Work
  • Innovator
  • Leader of the Year and Positive Role Model of the Year (Supplier) – CMO at Soft2Bet

“These nominations are a powerful endorsement of our teams, our strategic leadership, industry impact, and our unwavering commitment to excellence in key European markets where our brands and products consistently deliver top-tier performance,” said Oksana Tsyhankova, Chief Marketing Officer at Soft2Bet.

The shortlisting for Best Diverse Place to Work and Great Place to Work reflects the company’s internal progress: women now occupy 60% of leadership roles and team members from nine nationalities contribute to product development and strategy through initiatives like the Culture Squad and the Make a Difference platform.

Over the past year, Soft2Bet doubled its EBITDA, secured licenses in Ontario, Sweden, Romania, Spain, etc., announced new brands, new sponsorships on highly competitive markets, such as as Nordics and Ontario, and prepared for its first U.S. launch in New Jersey, bringing its total to 19 licenses across 12 jurisdictions.

Soft2Bet being shortlisted as B2B excellence is reflected in a robust portfolio of 13 consumer brands and industry recognition for both our proprietary platform and standout products such as MEGA, which continue to redefine engagement and innovation in regulated markets.

Earlier in 2025, Soft2Bet earned three titles at the European – Global Banking & Finance / Sustainability & ESG Awards, recognising Soft2Bet’s ongoing pursuit of innovation, its focus on delivering exceptional customer value, its strong AML measures, and overall commitment to compliance standards and sustainability across key European markets.

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