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Revealing the victors of the Casino Guru Awards 2024

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11 months ago

February 22, 2024

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The curtain has closed on the spectacular Casino Guru Awards 2024 ceremony, and we are thrilled to announce the champions across all categories! Hosted live by Šimon Vincze, Casino Guru’s Head of Sustainable and Safer Gambling, the event was an electrifying affair, streaming for over 3 hours via Casino Guru’s dynamic YouTube channel.

After the ceremony concluded, Daniela Sliva, the visionary behind the Casino Guru Awards project, expressed her elation at the event’s success. She reflected on the challenges overcome and the opportunities seized in recent months, noting the enthusiastic response from industry luminaries. Sliva underscored the pivotal role of this event in heralding a new era of transformation within the industry.

The ceremony kicked off with Vincze introducing the esteemed members of Casino Guru’s External Panel of Judges, some of whom participated live during the proceedings. These discerning judges had previously evaluated categories such as “Most Effective Social Responsibility,” “Best Implementation of RG Tools,” and “Most Ethical Approach to Marketing” during a live session in Bratislava, Slovakia, last year. After rigorous deliberations, they handpicked the deserving winners.

Vincze engaged the judges in enlightening discussions about the evaluation process, highlighting its transparency and alignment with industry values. The judges lauded the meticulous organization, which included face-to-face meetings and video interviews, fostering collaborative deliberations and diverse perspectives.

The Casino Guru Awards 2024 ceremony was a captivating fusion of panel discussions, nominee interviews, and winner announcements. Vincze delved into various category-related topics, giving shortlisted candidates the platform to showcase their initiatives before unveiling the winners. Curious about the victors?

Here are the triumphant champions of the Casino Guru Awards 2024:

The Fairest Bonus Policy – RoySpins
The Fairest General T&Cs – BlueChip Casino
The Most Impactful Social Responsibility Initiative – Fortuna Entertainment Group
The Best Implementation of RG Tools – Mindway AI (Development), L&L Europe Ltd (Implementation)
The Most Transparent Casino – Casino 999
The Most Effective Handling of Complaints – Vulkan Vegas
The Most Ethical Approach to Marketing – Clarion Gaming
Voice of the People – WinSpirit Casino

Stay tuned for exclusive interviews with the winners, where we delve deeper into their processes and values, revealing the secrets behind their triumphs.

Additionally, the ceremony featured live interviews with internal judges, providing invaluable insights into Casino Guru’s internal processes and offering advice to contestants. Viewers were also treated to pre-recorded interviews with external judges, offering perspectives on the transparent judging process and more.

Compared to last year’s edition, the Casino Guru Awards 2024 witnessed a monumental evolution in various aspects, from the volume and quality of nominations to the extensive online meetings with shortlists and the overwhelming participation in the open category “Voice of the People.” Plans for next year promise even greater heights, reflecting Casino Guru’s commitment to elevating the entire industry.

Although the Casino Guru Awards 2024 have concluded, and our champions have been crowned, our journey continues. Nominations for the Casino Guru Awards 2025 will open in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for further updates as we embark on the next chapter of industry excellence.

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ACR PRO AND AMBASSADOR MEET-UP GAME RETURNS FRIDAY, JANUARY 31ST AT ACR POKER

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4 hours ago

January 23, 2025

George Miller

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Challenge Chris Moneymaker and top ACR Pros at the virtual tables in the ultimate global poker community meet-up

Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, ACR Poker is thrilled to announce the return of its highly-anticipated ACR Pro and Ambassador Meet-Up Game on Friday, January 31st, offering poker fans and players the unique opportunity to connect with ACR Pros and Ambassadors for a fun and interactive experience that unites the global poker community.

The ACR Pro and Ambassador Meet-Up Game kicks off on Friday, January 31st, starting at 12pm PT / 3pm ET, and runs for two hours. Joining the action this year will be ACR Pros and Ambassadors Chris Moneymaker, Chris Moorman, Ebony Kenney, Rene Nezhoda, and others. Players of all levels will have the chance to test their skills against the poker pros at custom cash game tables, featuring a variety of stakes to suit everyone.

“Last year’s ACR Meet-Up Game was awesome, we had a lot of people from the stream coming on and playing with us,” said ACR Pro Chris Moneymaker. “I can’t wait to dive in again on January 31st, it’s a great way to bring the poker community together and connect with fans of ACR Poker.”

Playing alongside the poker pros is easy. On the day of the event, players can visit the social media pages of any ACR Pro or Ambassador to find passwords for the “ACR Pro and Ambassador” cash game tables in the ACR Poker client.

For those looking to battle it out against the pros, watch the action unfold or potentially win prizes, players can tune in to catch all the excitement online on ACR Poker’s Twitch channel, featuring commentary from Justin Kelly and other special poker guests.

For a recap of last year’s event and to learn more about January’s ACR Pro and Ambassador Meet-Up Game, visit the ACR Poker blog.

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IGT Modernizes Central Lottery System for LOTTO Thüringen in Germany via Seven-Year Contract Extension

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10 hours ago

January 23, 2025

George Miller

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International Game Technology PLC announced that its subsidiary, IGT Global Services Limited, has signed a seven-year contract with the Thuringian State Lottery (“LOTTO Thüringen”) in Germany to deploy its retail central system technology, Aurora™, and related software upgrades. The contract term will begin upon go-live of the new platform, planned for March 2026.

An integral part of OMNIA™, IGT’s player-centric, omnichannel solution for lotteries, Aurora helps drive lottery innovation and profitability. The platform will provide intuitive, user-friendly applications, tools and reporting capabilities which will handle all of LOTTO Thüringen’s transaction processing, game management and back-office operations.

“LOTTO Thüringen has relied on IGT’s versatile and strong-performing central system technology throughout the course of our decades-long relationship,” said Jochen Staschewski, LOTTO Thüringen Chief Executive Officer. “Upgrading our central retail system to IGT’s advanced platform and back-end software will enable us to streamline our business processes and continue operating with the highest levels of efficiency.”

“IGT’s retail central system incorporates a suite of flexible solutions designed to help manage, transform and further grow LOTTO Thüringen’s business,” said Jay Gendron, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Global Lottery. “With this long-term contract extension, LOTTO Thüringen is well-positioned to continue benefiting from IGT’s secure, responsible and modernized technology and software. Leveraging these best-in-class solutions will aid in the Lottery’s goals of supporting good causes throughout the state.”

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Prepare to be Amazed in Mythical Legends Carnival, a Mythic Video Slot!

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12 hours ago

January 23, 2025

George Miller

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The new title from leading Spanish e-Gaming provider MGA Games is an innovative game with a truly original theme: a journey through carnival festivities filled with legendary creatures. Its design combines the excitement of street parties with the richness of mythological creatures from around the world, providing a totally unique experience.

This new casino slot features 25 paylines, with winning combinations paid from left to right. By landing 3 or more Scatter symbols, players gain access to the Free Spins screen, which includes an innovative prize system. Players can enjoy an accumulator feature and a final Super Respin spin that awards the accumulated winnings. It also includes Money and Collect symbols, which when combined offer an additional bonus prize.

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By showcasing mythologies from all over the world, the game is set to appeal to a global audience, enhancing its market potential and attracting players from various countries. Its visual and auditory elements, featuring vibrant graphics and immersive music, will captivate players and deliver a fully immersive experience in a fantastic world.

In this new release, every spin of the reels will surprise players with its themed symbols. As if that weren’t enough, the game features an optional Buy Free Spins button, speeding up the path to big rewards. Mythical Legends Carnival will be available in all of Spain’s best online casinos starting February 3rd and across .com markets from January 27th.

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