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Playtech Agrees $2.89B Takeover Deal with Australia’s Aristocrat
Playtech PLC has said that it has agreed to a 2.1 billion-pound ($2.89 billion) takeover from Australian-listed gaming content and technology company Aristocrat Leisure Ltd. through its subsidiary Aristocrat (UK) Holdings Ltd.
Under the offer, accepting shareholders of the FTSE 250-listed gambling-technology company will get 680 pence in cash for each share owned. The offer price is a 58% premium to Playtech’s closing price of 429.20 pence on October 15.
“In recent years, Playtech has successfully repositioned its world leading gambling technology and operations, expanding in strategically important regulated markets and driving major online B2B revenue growth. Whilst the business has made significant progress, most notably in the Americas, Aristocrat’s proposal provides an attractive opportunity for shareholders to accelerate Playtech’s longer-term value,” Brian Mattingley, Chairman of Playtech, said.

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Reflex Gaming dances with the dead in Dead Lucky DuoMax™
Reflex Gaming, the UK-based omni-channel gaming supplier, takes players on a vibrant journey to the afterlife in its latest online slot, Dead Lucky DuoMax™, powered by Yggdrasil. Bursting with colour and character, the game is set in a dazzling Día de los Muertos celebration, where skeletons and festive spirits turn every spin into a thrilling party.
Players join the skeleton guitarist, Dead Sheeran as he chases explosive wins in a realm where the dead never sleep.
The game features a dynamic 5-reel, 3-row layout, 243 ways to pay, taking excitement to a whole new level. The DuoMax Game Engagement Mechanic (GEM) is an innovative feature that alternates payout directions with each consecutive win, switching between left-to-right and right-to-left, to create a fast-paced and highly dynamic gameplay experience.
Dead Lucky DuoMax™ also includes a Free Spins Gamble feature. This is activated when 3, 4, or 5 Bonus symbols land or cascade into view during the base game. Players are then given the choice to collect their awarded Free Spins or risk it all in an ‘all or nothing’ gamble for the chance to win more. It’s a bold mechanic that adds a layer of strategy and suspense before the bonus round even begins.
In the base game, every four consecutive dropdowns will trigger the Calavera Bonus, while in Free Spins mode, only three are needed. This bonus delivers one of several potential rewards, each chosen at random—Multiplier Boost, Double Wild, Wild Stack, or even an Extra Life to keep the action going.
The Guitarist Bonus brings unexpected magic to losing spins. At random, Sally Samba, a mischievous winged fairy, may appear after a non-winning spin, burning away an entire reel column and replacing it with new symbols that guarantee a win or trigger Free Spins.
Mat Ingram, Chief Product Officer at Reflex Gaming, said: “Dead Lucky DuoMax™ is all about energy, colour and rhythm — both in theme and gameplay. We’ve taken inspiration from the spirit of Día de los Muertos to deliver a game that’s as joyful as it is volatile. With the DuoMax mechanic, players can expect fast-paced action that rewards the bold.”
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Clever Advertising appoints Andre Sousa Machado as Chief Commercial Officer
Clever Advertising, the performance marketing partner for tier one iGaming operators, is thrilled to welcome back Andre Sousa Machado as Chief Commercial Officer. A “boomerang” talent, Andre originally joined the team eight years ago—spending six years leading R&D and sales—before moving to Sportradar as Head of Publisher Relations & Affiliation, where he built ad-tech solutions and affiliate networks for tier one operators such as bet365, Entain, Fanduel, and Betway US.
At Clever Advertising, Andre will work with tier one iGaming operators to drive genuine revenue-share partnerships that reward mutual success. “I’m excited to be back,” he says. “With our creative and influencer expertise, custom technology, and deep market know-how, we’ll help new and existing partners maximise returns—while rolling out fresh tools like AI-powered optimisations, an exclusive publisher network, and dynamic ad formats that engage players from first click to long-term loyalty.”
“By using a revenue-share model, Clever Advertising truly invests in our clients’ growth,” said Jose Pedro Panzina, CEO of Clever Advertising. “With Andre now leading our channel expansion, we’re set to rival traditional marketing agencies, launch innovative partnership deals, and bring cutting-edge solutions to tier one operators around the world.”
Clever Advertising specialises in iGaming marketing. The Company offers a no-risk, revenue-share approach and an end-to-end service—from creative production and influencer campaigns to data-driven media buying across affiliate, paid social, SEM, and emerging channels. Clever Advertising’s proprietary analytics platform and compliance tools ensure full transparency, measurable results, and exclusive audience access without any upfront fees or minimum spend.
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Tickets on sale for Helldorado Days Rodeo at the Plaza Hotel & Casino’s CORE Arena, Friday, Nov. 7 and Saturday, Nov. 8
Popular event bigger than ever with family-friendly festival, carnival games
The Helldorado Days Rodeo returns to downtown Las Vegas, Friday, Nov. 7 and Saturday, Nov. 8 at the CORE Arena at the Plaza Hotel & Casino. This year, the event will be bigger than ever before with the addition of a family-friendly festival before the rodeo excitement begins each night. The festival will include a petting zoo, a mechanical bull, carnival rides and games, line dancing, and more.
The Helldorado Days Rodeo is fully sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association. The rodeo will feature bull riding, barrel racing, team roping, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, breakaway, and bareback riding, with prize purses totaling $40,000.
The Helldorado Days Rodeo also features related western-themed events, like mutton bustin (a sheep riding competition for future cowboys and cowgirls who are 4-10 years old and under 60 pounds), a Whiskerino contest, and a historical exhibit area. The winning artwork of a children’s coloring contest will also be on display the first night.
After parties featuring country music acts will be held at the Sand Dollar Downtown after the rodeo concludes.
General admission tickets for the Helldorado Rodeo are now on sale online for $10 per person (plus taxes). VIP tickets for $30 each (plus taxes) offer guaranteed seating as well as access to an exclusive bar and restrooms.
Sponsored by the Commission for the Las Vegas Centennial and the Plaza Hotel & Casino, the mission of the Helldorado Days Rodeo is to bring the community together to celebrate the spirit of Old Las Vegas, including those who shaped the city’s history and those who are working to preserve the western lifestyle while looking toward the future.
Details about the Helldorado Days Rodeo, associated events, and sponsorships are at: plazahotelcasino.com/entertainment/helldorado-days-rodeo/.
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