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Pariplay appoints Joey Hurtado as new Managing Director of Games
Aspire Global’s Pariplay Ltd, the leading aggregator and content provider, has announced that Joey Hurtado has been appointed as Managing Director of its Games division.
Experienced iGaming professional Hurtado, who has spent the last two years as Head of Product Operations at Gamesys, is tasked with leading the strategic development of Pariplay’s in-house games studio and proprietary content, with a strong emphasis on empowering this division as a distinctive business unit and delivering greater value to the company’s partners.
Hurtado’s decade spent in the industry also includes roles at 888 Holdings, Unibet Group, GVC and Betsson, where he was Managing Director of operator brands including Casino Euro, Norges Automaten and Suomiarvat.
He joins Pariplay at an exciting juncture in the company’s development, as it continues to make major inroads into regulated markets globally. In recent months, Pariplay has enhanced its Fusion platform by adding titles from a wide range of studios, signed deals to add its proprietary games to new platforms worldwide and gained supplier licences for Greece and West Virginia.
Pariplay’s proprietary portfolio of slots includes a wide range of 120+ innovative and entertaining titles, with 25 new games added in the last year amid strong, steady increases in revenue. Pariplay has invested heavily in licensing and jurisdictional compliance as a competitive edge, enabling the company’s games portfolio to go live in new markets easily and more quickly than ever before.
Pariplay games are now live and certified for more than 15 regulated jurisdictions, including: New Jersey, UK, Spain, Colombia, Sweden, Bulgaria, Italy, Portugal, Denmark, Romania, Switzerland and Germany. The company also holds B2B licenses in New Jersey, West Virginia, UK, Malta, Gibraltar, Romania and Greece.
Joey Hurtado, Managing Director of Gaming at Pariplay, said: “It is a privilege to be joining a company with a well-earned reputation for excellence in both aggregation and the production of its own high-quality in-house content. My goal now is to use my own industry experience to drive forward Pariplay’s games development strategy so that we can put our titles in front of as many eyes as possible around the world.”
Adrian Bailey, Managing Director at Pariplay, said: “Joey brings the sort of experience and deep industry knowledge that will prove invaluable as we implement our growth strategy for proprietary games content. I look forward to working together as we continue to make rapid progress in an ever-increasing number of regulated markets.”
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R. Franco Digital reinforces growth in Spain with new TikiTaka Play launch
Franco Digital, the Spanish gaming provider, is to power the launch of new Spanish casino TikiTaka Play, after the operator selected the supplier’s IRIS platform to launch and manage its new online gaming operation.
This strategic partnership, which reinforces R. Franco Digital’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology to regulated markets, means TikiTaka Play will be provided with a fully integrated, scalable, compliant platform.
IRIS will centralise essential operational functions for TikiTaka Play, including player account management (PAM), KYC/AML, payments, product administration, promotions, CRM, affiliate activity, fraud prevention, and real-time analytics. This will ensure TikiTaka Play begins its digital journey with strength, reliability, and support to optimise its growth in Spain.
This latest deal is a new milestone in R. Franco Digital’s technological roadmap as the company continues to reinforce its successful presence in regulated markets globally.
Javier Sacristán Franco, International Business Director of R. Franco Digital, said: “We are proud that TikiTaka Play has selected our IRIS platform to underpin its new online gaming operation.
“This partnership reinforces our growth in our home market and is a testament to the platform’s power, security, and scalability. It marks a solid beginning for what is set to be a highly successful collaboration.”
Jesús Muñoz, CEO and founder of Tiki Taka Games group, added: “The choice of platform was paramount for launching our new online operation, and R. Franco Digital’s IRIS solution stood out.
“It provides us with a fully integrated and regulation-ready environment, ensuring we enter the market with confidence and efficiency.”
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Wazdan debuts Jackpot Rain™ and 10 new titles with WINBET in Bulgaria
Wazdan, the gain-focused developer, has partnered with WINBET to launch its acclaimed Jackpot Rain feature in Bulgaria for the first time, alongside 10 of its top-performing titles.
The agreement marks a major step forward for Wazdan’s growth in the Bulgarian iGaming market, bringing a mix of innovation and proven performance to one of the country’s leading operators.
Through the partnership, players at WINBET can now enjoy a host of Wazdan player favourites, including Burning Sun Extremely Light, Mighty Wild: Panther, 9 Coins Grand Platinum Edition, 15 Coins, Hot Slot: 777 Coins, 20 Coins, Hot Slot: 777 Crown, 12 Coins Grand Gold Edition, Black Horse Cash Out, and Mighty Symbols: Diamonds.
In addition to the slot lineup, Jackpot Rain will make its long-awaited debut in Bulgaria, bringing with it a new layer of excitement. The feature gives players the chance to trigger four progressive jackpots, adding a dynamic and rewarding dimension to gameplay across multiple Wazdan titles.
WINBET, the leading Bulgarian operator, offers a premium online experience with more than 300 casino slot games, live casino options, and a comprehensive sportsbook. Known for its generous promotions, seamless mobile experience, and variety of payment methods, WINBET continues to set new standards in the Bulgarian market.
This latest collaboration underscores Wazdan’s commitment to expanding its footprint in regulated territories by delivering next-generation features that enhance both player satisfaction and operator performance.
Magdalena Wojdyla, Head of Account Management for Europe at Wazdan, said: “This collaboration marks another exciting milestone as we continue expanding our presence in regulated markets across Europe.
“WINBET has built a strong reputation for quality and player engagement, and we are confident that our portfolio, together with the excitement of Jackpot Rain, will deliver outstanding results.”
Henrieta Nikolova, Head of Casino at WINBET said: “Partnering with Wazdan allows us to enrich our online casino offering with a series of titles known for their innovation and entertainment value.
“The exclusive launch of Jackpot Rain in Bulgaria is a great addition to our portfolio, and it is exciting to become the first operator in the country to deliver this experience to our players.”
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Hub88 delivers InOut Games’ award-winning crash and instant titles to operator network
‘Rising Star’ provider integrates retention-driving portfolio with flexible branding capabilities
Hub88 has broadened its network of studio partners by integrating InOut Games’ full suite of high-converting crash, instant and slot titles.
InOut Games has carved out a niche with its rapid-cycle gameplay and internationally appealing titles, including Chicken Road Race, Squid Gambler, Forrest Arrow and many others. Each game is built using HTML5, supports multiple currencies and crypto, and is localised into more than 15 languages – ensuring operators can cater to their target markets with ease.
Hub88’s operator network has now gained access to more than 47 InOut Games releases, which are developed to boost retention with an average user lifetime of up to 12 months. The provider offers high levels of flexibility with its complimentary branding service, while an automated onboarding system allows for seamless integration.
The addition of InOut Games represents an injection of creativity, energetic mechanics and lively themes into Hub88’s line-up, delivering adaptable titles designed for commercial success.
Ollie Castleman, Managing Director at Hub88, said: “InOut Games brings a distinctive energy to fast-play, with a portfolio built on punchy mechanics, vibrant characters and easy-to-understand concepts. Their ability to combine rapid-fire gameplay with expert localisation makes them a natural fit for operators seeking to capture attention quickly.
“As we continue prioritising partnerships that help brands stand out, integrating a studio as versatile and ambitious as InOut Games is a major win for our network.”
Ilya Rybasov, Head of AM Department at InOut Games, said: “Joining forces with Hub88 is a pivotal leap for us. Their success in putting innovative content in front of leading operators at scale gives us the perfect basis to accelerate our global ambitions.
“Hub88 understands the power of instant-play entertainment as much as we do, and we’re thrilled to deliver a new calibre of instant games to their network.”
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