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WA.Africa Market Expansion: WA.Technology’s Vision Unfolds at SiGMA Africa

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February 28, 2024

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WA.Technology proudly confirms its attendance at the upcoming SiGMA Africa 2024 iGaming event. WA.Technology is enhancing its footprint across Africa via fresh iGaming experiences tailored for the African audience with its newly upgraded WA.Platform and African-specific WA.Africa omnichannel platform.

WA.Technology will present its full spectrum of B2B iGaming solutions at Booth 04S at the second edition of SiGMA Africa.

It takes place 11 – 13 March at the Sun Exhibits – GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World, in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa. Thousands of visitors can explore the latest trends in African iGaming and network over three days and enjoy insightful panels alongside the SiGMA Africa Awards.

Central to WA.Technology’s showcase will be the WA.Africa platform, specifically engineered to address the unique needs and preferences of the African market. WA.Africa emphasises omnichannel flexibility, seamlessly integrating mobile, retail, and online gaming experiences enhanced with AI-driven customisation and gamification powered by a knowledgeable regional team.

WA.Africa is part of a joint venture with respected African iGaming experts NE Group. NE Group has an established presence in Africa and has substantial expertise in creating successful platforms explicitly designed for the African market.

WA.Africa incorporates various versatile and captivating features to drive traffic for increased acquisition, engagement and retention while offering enjoyable tailored experiences for players, including:

Retail and online functions applied to land-based operations.
Mobile-first responsive design.
Data-driven BI reporting and dashboard tools.
Real-time performance tracking engine.
Certified live feed and odds feed integration.
Intelligent and flexible PAM.
Reactive CMS and CRM capabilities.
Auto and manual bonus management system.
Risk and trading management through Sportradar MTS
Wide range of adaptable betting features.
Automated KYC, fraud, and responsible gaming system.
Multi-affiliate system.

WA.Africa’s flexibility makes it ideal for operators looking to enter or expand within the region. Thanks to WA.Africa’s market specialists, the platform ensures operators can offer their customers a rich and engaging experience for African players and positions WA.Technology as a key player in the continent.

Visitors will also discover the updated WA.Platform, now more engaging and rewarding after significant enhancements. Highlighted at ICE London 2024, it introduces player-centric innovations such as a Casino AI tailored to individual behaviours, an AI-powered, localised CMS, and extensive customisation for brands and players. With improved back office support, advanced reporting, a versatile dashboard, a user-friendly site editor, upgraded security, and a contemporary design, WA.Platform ensures a personalised, secure, and immersive gaming experience for all users.

WA.Technology continuously seeks betterment, as demonstrated by new game options from WA.Fantasy and WA.Lottery – two of WA.Technology’s fastest-growing verticals – that proved popular hits at ICE London 2024 in an exciting fantasy and lottery free prize giveaway. Explore these innovative gaming solutions firsthand at SiGMA Africa Booth 04S.

At the recent SBC Summit Rio, poker enthusiasts enjoyed a unique, free-to-enter tournament hosted by WA.Technology that served as an ideal prelude to the Brazilian event.

WA.Technology’s fully optimised sports betting vertical WA.Sports will attract significant attention. WA.Sports provides an extensive range of betting options on global sports events, 500,000 pre-match and 360,000 live events,
complemented by the latest features such as live betting, cashout options, and tailored demographic marketing for African audiences.

Attendees can also learn more about WA.Casino, the ultimate end-to-end solution for launching a bespoke, feature-rich online casino that provides access to 6800+ games and 70+ top providers through a single API integration. Its complete customisation, rapid go-live capabilities, and extensive managed services ensure superior client satisfaction and player experience.

SiGMA Africa celebrates the continent’s immense growth potential and WA.Technology is eager to highlight its diverse range of unique, bespoke and client-centric products and services that meet the specific needs of African operators and players.

For more information about WA.Technology and its full spectrum of iGaming solutions, arrange to meet the team at Booth 04S during SiGMA Africa.

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

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January 23, 2025

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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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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.

Global Audience
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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ZITRO’S EXCEPTIONAL BOOTH MAKES A STRONG IMPACT AT ICE BARCELONA 2025

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January 23, 2025

George Miller

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Zitro has announced the tremendous success of its participation in ICE Barcelona 2025. The booth itself was a showstopper —spectacular in every sense—drawing widespread admiration from attendees. Described by some as “sending a message,” the booth stood as proof of the company’s ability to deliver innovative products and an unparalleled showcase that reinforced its position as one of the leaders in the global gaming industry.

Visitors experienced firsthand the remarkable progress the company has made in expanding and diversifying its product range. At the forefront of the showcase was the all-new CONCEPT cabinet line featuring Concept Prime, Concept Prime-J, and Concept Deluxe. The event also marked the European debut of Zitro’s latest game lineup for both the CONCEPT and GLARE cabinet lines, which includes Legendary Sword, Fairyland Quest, Lucky Vault, Cash Totems, Triple Charm Journey, Merging Fu Pots, King Fu Frog. among others. Each title introduces different gameplay mechanics paired with high-quality graphics, animations, and sound.

Zitro’s Mega Lounge has demonstrated impressive performance in key markets such as Portugal, Italy, Argentina, Peru, Paraguay, Costa Rica, Greece, and, more recently, Guatemala. At ICE Barcelona, the company unveiled the Grand Mega Lounge that incorporates the CONCEPT cabinet line, featuring existing and new games with both Grand Mega and Mega jackpots.

Zitro also highlighted the success of its Wide Area Progressive (WAP) product line. Recent launches in Panama, Costa Rica, and Peru have generated great enthusiasm, while Argentina saw the debut of Zitro’s first WAP this past December with more than 45 slot cabinets across five gaming halls at the prestigious Hipódromo de Palermo.

Additionally, Zitro announced the expansion of its digital gaming portfolio into the newly regulated Brazilian iGaming market. The division continues to expand its portfolio with new titles and upcoming seasonal games for Valentine’s Dayck’s D and Saint Patriay. It has also introduced various promotional tools to support operators in commercializing its games.

Commenting on the success of ICE Barcelona 2025, Sebastian Salat, President – International at Zitro, stated: “Zitro’s participation at ICE focused on reinforcing its commitment to becoming a global leader, capable of meeting the needs of casino operators anywhere in the world. The event provided an excellent platform to showcase the breadth and diversity of our gaming portfolio and connect with clients. Zitro is deeply grateful for the support received and remains committed to delivering value to operators and players worldwide.”

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