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Japanese Composer Yoko Shimomura to be Honoured with BAFTA Fellowship

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Japanese composer and pianist Yoko Shimomura is to be awarded the prestigious Fellowship at the BAFTA Games Awards on Tuesday 8 April 2025 for her contribution to the games industry. The BAFTA Fellowship recognises those who have made an outstanding and exceptional contribution to film, games or television and is the arts charity’s most prestigious honour.

Credited as the composer of countless era-defining video game soundtracks enjoyed by millions of players worldwide, including the Kingdom Hearts series, Final Fantasy XV, Mario & Luigi, Xenoblade Chronicles, Streets of Rage, the Mana series, Super Mario RPG, Live A Live, Radiant Historia, Parasite Eve, Breather of Fire and Street Fighter II, the impact of Shimomura’s work will be felt for generations to come.

Yoko Shimomura said: “I am absolutely delighted to receive such an amazing and prestigious award as this, although, honestly speaking, I still cannot quite believe it. I am who I am today thanks to all the people who have supported me, allowing me to continue being involved with the music that I love and discovering the medium of games where that music can flourish. I am deeply grateful to everyone in the games industry, to those who ask me to write my music and to all those who listen to it. I would like for them, and for everyone who has been a part of my life, to join with me in celebrating this award. Thank you so much.”

Jane Millichip, CEO of BAFTA, said: “It is a real privilege to honour Yoko Shimomura with the BAFTA Fellowship this year. A pioneer of video game music, pianist and composer, Yoko has created unforgettable soundtracks for so many beloved games and paved the way for women in the industry at a time when it was overwhelmingly male-dominated. Her groundbreaking work has already inspired countless artists and will continue to resonate for generations. We look forward to honouring her at the 21st BAFTA Games Awards.”

The award will be presented to Shimomura at the 21st annual BAFTA Games Awards on Tuesday 8 April at the Queen Elizabeth Hall in London and will be streamed live on BAFTA’s YouTube and Twitch channels. The ceremony will be hosted for the second time by comedian and video games enthusiast Phil Wang where he’ll entertain an audience filled with a complete roster of industry greats.

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BleeqUp Kicks off Crowdfunding Campaign for Award-Winning Ranger AI Sports Camera Glasses

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After winning eleven awards at MWC 2025 for its Ranger AI sports camera glasses, BleeqUp begins accepting pre-orders through a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter

Following the successful debut of its Ranger AI sports camera glasses at MWC, which earned eleven prestigious best-of MWC awards, BleeqUp has opened pre-orders through a new Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign, with substantial early-bird offers and discounts available. To present a better value to outdoor sports enthusiasts—including cyclists, runners, and adventurers, BleeqUp has reduced the final MSRP to $449.

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If you missed the news at MWC, BleeqUp recently revealed its AI-powered Ranger sports camera glasses, which combine the functionality of a wide-angle action camera, a walkie-talkie, quad-driver headphones, and UV400-rated glasses, all in a single package. And with AI-powered highlight detection for automatic video editing, sharing details of your trip with family, friends, and social media only takes a tap and just a few seconds, rather than hours of tedious video editing. These promises, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon® W5 chipset, helped the BleeqUp Ranger to stand out at MWC 2025.

BleeqUp Ranger offers up to five hours of electronically-stabilized video recording with its tail light-equipped battery pack, and up to forty-eight hours of high-quality audio playback, courtesy of its superior MEMS drivers. Built-in touch controls, the remote control, and the walkie-talkie keep you connected on the trail — but not so connected that you can’t enjoy the ride. Its ultra-light TR90 frame combines comfort and durability, with an adjustable nose pad and prescription lens compatibility.

Thanks to its unique concept and cutting-edge technology, the BleeqUp Ranger earned eleven different best-of MWC titles from several trustworthy media companies such as PCMag and Android Authority, as well as almost countless articles covering its unique features and benefits.

Kickstarter Launch

Starting today, April 10, BleeqUp has opened pre-orders for the Ranger AI Sports Camera Glasses through Kickstarter, in a campaign set to last for the next 45 days. Those who paid the $9.9 deposit prior to the Kickstarter launch will get the Ranger at $299. Backers pre-ordering during the campaign can take advantage of limited-time discounts such as the $329 “super early bird” pricing.

Ranger pre-orders through the crowdfunding campaign are available in Black and White colorways. Accessories are also available for pre-order as part of the campaign: The helmet-mounted battery pack is available for a $49 super early-bird price, and the Bluetooth controller is available for a super early-bird price of $39. Three different types of lenses are also available for pre-order, including UV-400 rated lenses, photochromic lenses, and high-quality Zeiss lenses.

Kickstarter pre-orders for Ranger will ship beginning in June. Final MSRP for the Ranger has been reduced to $449 for an even better value.

From April 10 to 13, BleeqUp will be showcasing the Ranger glasses at Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, California. Consumers are welcome to experience the product firsthand on the show floor.

 

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ZITRO ARRIVES AT JUBILEE GRAND CASINO WITH CONCEPT AND NEW GAMES

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Leading Mexican operator Logrand is enhancing its offerings at Jubilee Grand Casino in Mexico City, introducing Zitro’s groundbreaking CONCEPT cabinet line along with a vibrant selection of new games, including Legendary Sword, Triple Charm Journey, Fairyland Quest, King Fu Frog,  and Merging Fu Pots. 

These stand out with their innovative gameplay mechanics and high-quality graphics, animations, and sound, which are already part of Zitro’s product identity.

The CONCEPT cabinet, designed to revolutionize the player experience, features the exclusive Magic Lighting system—a dynamic array of synchronized lights and effects that wrap around the machine, creating an unparalleled immersive atmosphere on the casino floor. This system seamlessly integrates with the game, delivering a stunning visual and auditory spectacle. Moreover, its expansive Screen Deck touchscreen elevates player comfort and ease of operation.

“Zitro has always been a guarantee of success in Mexico, and we are delighted to welcome the new CONCEPT cabinet line and its new games, which we are confident will be a hit with our players,” says Juan David Baracaldo, Director of Operations at Logrand.

Johnny Viveiros Ortiz , founder of Zitro, expressed: “We’re delighted to see our latest cabinet line continue to gain momentum in key markets like Mexico. The addition of CONCEPT and our new range of games at Jubilee Grand Casino demonstrates Zitro’s continued commitment to offering a broad, diverse, and innovative product range.”

 

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Announcement: AML policy to be uploaded to CGA portal by 30th May 2025

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As of April 10th 2025, all license holders must comply with Curacao’s AML/CFT regulations.

The AML policy which came into effect on 10th January was previously published and disseminated by the Curacao Gaming Authority. For ease of reference, the document is once again included as an attachment to this email.

In order to verify compliance with the regulations, all relevant entities must upload their AML policy to the CGA portal no later than 30th May 2025.

Relevant entities are both existing license holders with a green seal AND applications in progress (under the NOOGH).

Per LOK requirements, the CGA has developed a template for the AML policy which outlines all the information required in the document. This template is also included as an attachment to this email.

 

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