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NOVOVISION implemented at Solverde Group’s Casino Chaves
In the top North of Portugal, just eight kilometres from the Spanish border lies Solverde’s Hotel Casino Chaves, overlooking the nearby city and surrounding hills. The four-star resort welcomes guests with premium accommodation in 78 rooms and suites, a Spa & Wellness Center with indoor and outdoor pools, event and conference infrastructure as well as two restaurants, no less than six bars – and a modern casino.
The Casino Chaves complements the comprehensive leisure offer with premium gaming entertainment across two floors. Ten live tables for American Roulette, Black Jack, Baccarat, Texas Hold’em Poker and the Portuguese Dice Game Banca Francesa as well as 260 EGMs of renowned international brands make the guests’ hearts beat faster.
This is where the latest NOVOVISION installation introduced its encompassing system functionalities for a modern casino management and administration as well as engaging loyalty dynamics. The NOVOVISION system roll-out comprises the varied tool sets of NV core, access, pay, promo, smart, tables, wallet and BI to facilitate maximum business efficiency and premium customer convenience across the entire gaming floor. The cash handling is based on TITO and access, player tracking and loyalty implemented via NFC card and facial scan verification. Casino guests can register either at the registration desk or on the new NOVOVISION SRTs (self-registration terminals) before they pass the NV access gates via card identification and facial recognition. All 260 EGMs were retrofitted with player tracking modules in order to map the customer journey in the individual customer profile, and for guests who have concluded their play, the NOVOVISION NCM 90 cash terminal serves as a high-capacity cash redemption power station.
In the background, the NOVOVISION CMS now runs the entire floor with a powerful tool set for inventory and floor control, accounting and reporting as well as business intelligence and a variety of NV smart STAFF applications to notify and inform staff about all kinds of floor events that deserve or require attention. Implementation and go-live took place in the last weeks of June, with detailed training and accompanying technical support during the launch.
José Manuel Xambre, Gaming Director Casino Chaves, said: “For Casino Chaves, NOVOVISION is far more than a new piece of software – it is the operational backbone that elevates every aspect of our business. By unifying 260 EGMs, live tables and all services under one real-time platform, the system gives management an unprecedented 360-degree view of the floor. NOVOVISION delivers the efficiency, transparency and agility required to compete in today’s data-driven gaming landscape, positioning Casino Chaves, and the wider Solverde Group, at the forefront of Portuguese hospitality and entertainment industry. The implementation of this project, which is crucial for Casino Chaves and also for the Solverde Group, was an enriching challenge for our casino operations team, always supported by the fantastic availability and professionalism of the Diverstock and NOVOMATIC teams, tireless in pursuing the objective of implementing the system in a non-disruptive way in daily operations. For that I have to say a huge thank you!”
George Paterakis, Project Manager NBS, said: “This roll-out project at the Casino Chaves was characterized by a meticulous planning policy from start to end which made it very easy for us to rule out any unknown variables and surprises. It was a great pleasure working with the professional teams at Solverde and Diverstock, and to implement a solution that introduces a paradigm shift in terms of operational efficiency and customer service for the casino and its guests.”
Marcos Pinto, Managing Director Diverstock, said: “It’s very gratifying to witness the success of NOVOVISION’s expansion strategy in Portugal: Four NOVOVISION rollouts with major operators in seven months, in total over 1500 EGMs and 70 tables, each casino installed in less than a week and with zero seconds of downtime. This was only possible with the extraordinary efforts and engagement of all parties involved. On behalf of the Diverstock team, I would like to thank all involved for the excellent work and support along the entire process. Special thanks to Manuel Silva Carvalho, CEO of Solverde Group, for giving us the opportunity to be part of an ambitious but necessary process of modernising Solverde operations and to José Xambre, Gaming Director at Casino Chaves, for the extraordinary planning and support throughout this installation.”
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13 gambling company executives in appeal against ATG’s proposal to raise gambling tax in Sweden
BOS – The Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling – is today submitting a letter to the government. The letter is signed by 13 gambling company executives and BOS’s secretary general. In the letter, the signatories urge the government not to support the gambling company ATG in their proposal to raise the general gambling tax in favour of a reduction in the tax on horse racing.
As a main argument, the signatories highlight the fact that the level of the gambling tax affects the proportion of consumers who choose to gamble on the legal licensed gambling market, and that too many consumers are already opting out of the safety of the licensed market with its extensive consumer protection.
“Horse betting has a channelisation rate of between 98-99 percent. Online casino, according to the most optimistic estimates, has a channelisation rate of between 72-82 percent. The higher the tax, the greater the risk that the consumer will choose unlicensed gambling, where neither gambling tax nor consumer protection exists. To then lower the gambling tax for horse betting, which already has a very strong channelisation, and raise it for online casino, which has a very weak channelisation, would be completely incomprehensible. At least for those who prioritize consumer protection,” says BOS Secretary General Gustaf Hoffstedt.
You can read the full letter here: Letter to Government on ATG gambling duty
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Momentum Series: A Crash Gaming collection crafted for emotions in your online casino
FBMDS proudly unveils the Momentum Series, a crash gaming collection built to deliver fast-paced thrills, immersive visuals, and strong retention for online casino operators worldwide with the Piñata Rush, Magical Garden and Arctic Jumper titles.
Designed “for emotions” and “born to captivate”, the Momentum Series includes three high-performing titles — Piñata Rush, Magical Garden, and Arctic Jumper — that redefine the crash genre with dynamic gameplay, deep personalization, and stunning 3D environments.
The Momentum Series was created to give players more control, excitement, and emotional connection while providing operators with games designed for longer sessions and better retention metrics. Each title combines intuitive gameplay with high volatility, 97%+ RTP, and a responsive, mobile-first design, ensuring performance across devices and browsers. Players can personalize their experience with auto bets, double bets, and auto cashouts, adapting each round to their individual risk strategy.
Piñata Rush offers a colorful, multiplayer crash gaming experience set in lively Mexican-inspired streets. Players can track others’ progress in real time and enjoy a community-driven atmosphere that keeps engagement levels high. With 97.06% RTP and features such as Multiplayer, Auto Play, Auto Cash-Out, and a configurable Max Bet from 100x to 1000x, this crash game provides vibrant entertainment across Android, iOS, Mac OS, and Windows.
Magical Garden immerses players in a lush 3D fantasy world where serenity meets suspense. This single-player experience blends calm and thrill through Auto Play and Auto Cash-Out functions, allowing personalized strategies and a Max Bet configurable from 100x to 1000x. With 97% RTP, it offers operators a high-performing product with wide cross-platform compatibility.
Arctic Jumper brings adrenaline to the frozen north with a fully 3D single-player experience. Its immersive visuals and smooth performance are enhanced by Auto Play, Auto Cash-Out, and customizable betting options that match each player’s risk profile. Operating at 97% RTP, this title delivers consistent engagement and retention potential for competitive markets.
“The Momentum Series represents FBMDS’ evolution into crash gaming — a genre built on emotion, timing, and control,” said Renato Almeida, Director at FBMDS. “With Piñata Rush, Magical Garden, and Arctic Jumper, we’re delivering fast, flexible, and emotionally charged experiences that empower both players and operators.”
FBMDS brings a winning portfolio of innovative iGaming solutions, blending tradition with cutting-edge technology to deliver engaging, reliable, and profitable gaming experiences for operators worldwide. With a focus on slots, table games, video bingo, and now crash games, FBMDS empowers partners to scale and succeed in competitive markets.
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Cozy Coast Launches Worldwide: Beach Adventure from InnoGames Now Available
- Sunny feel-good vibes for everyone: Cozy Coast now available for iOS and Android
- New trailer highlights entertaining storytelling, merge-2 puzzles, and diverse gameplay elements
- Upcoming updates with new events and challenges for long-lasting fun
A beach adventure with heart: InnoGames, one of Germany’s leading developers and publishers of mobile and browser games, today launches Cozy Coast worldwide, bringing sunny feel-good moments to smartphones and tablets. The game is now available for free on the App Store and Google Play Store. Players in selected regions have already explored the Mediterranean island of Calista and experienced the captivating story of the two protagonists Mia and Elara. The unique mix of merge-2 puzzles, exploration, and heartfelt moments is clearly resonating with players, earning 4.8 on the App Store and 4.6 on Google Play out of 5 stars.
With today’s launch, InnoGames expands the game’s language support. Alongside the existing languages German, English, and French, Cozy Coast is now also available in Italian, Polish, Portuguese, and Spanish.
New Features, More Events: Regular Updates for Lasting Fun
In Cozy Coast, players accompany best friends Mia and Elara on a journey across the picturesque Mediterranean island of Calista. For Mia, the island is filled with childhood memories, but its former charm has faded. Together, they set out to restore the island. The gameplay centers on merge-2 mechanics: By skillfully combining items, players fulfill the wishes of island residents, collect resources, and restore buildings to unlock new areas of Calista. Along their journey, Mia and Elara encounter interesting characters, discover secrets, and explore the environment.
Check out the trailer on youtube: youtube.com/watch?v=hpacBlPfio4
Since the initial launch of Cozy Coast in selected regions, the development team has steadily expanded the merge-2 adventure. Customizable portraits, 3D decoration events, special quests with unique rewards, and advanced challenges for experienced players ensure there’s always something new to discover. The holiday season has also arrived: players can earn daily rewards, including the festive avatar “Winter Elara”.
Key Features of Cozy Coast
- Merge items: Strategically combine items to create new and higher-value objects
- Restore the seaside promenade: Renovate abandoned buildings to unlock new areas
- Adventure in paradise: Follow best friends Mia and Elara as they discover hidden places and uncover the secrets of a corporation with questionable intentions
- Characters with personality: Meet fascinating characters. Every encounter comes with a story – sometimes touching, sometimes mysterious, but always full of emotion
- Fresh challenges every day: Participate in competitive, daily, weekly, and seasonal events like exploration quests, puzzle collections, decoration and special story-driven missions to receive exciting rewards and enjoy lasting gameplay
- A personal touch: Use portrait customization to bring individuality and personality to every adventure.
- Unwind in a Mediterranean setting: Experience stress-free gameplay paired with a captivating story of friendship, courage, and hope
- Free to play without restrictions: Available worldwide on iOS and Android (except in Russia and China)
Cozy Coast is available on the App Store for iOS and on Google Play for Android.
For the latest news about the game, visit the official website or follow Cozy Coast on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
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