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WorldMatch Chooses Akamai via Service Provider Criticalcase

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WorldMatch, games and content provider for global markets, has chosen to work with Akamai to deliver a picture-perfect experience for their customers via the services provider, Criticalcase.

With a portfolio of more than 200 games, 160 slot machines with 70 game engines, 30 table games, and all types of video poker, WorldMatch is a global player that has partnered with a number of high-profile online gaming companies around the world. It aims to adapt the visual style of its games to appeal to gamers in different countries, and their offerings reflect this; Fa Fa Spin is the most popular game in Asia, Banana King has performed especially well in Europe, and its selection of roulette and casino games have enjoyed great popularity in South America.

All these games are available to play on desktop and mobile devices with a large selection of configurations in terms of volatility, game features, winning frequency, and multiplatform jackpots.

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With the onset of the pandemic and a number of playrooms closed to the public, WorldMatch pivoted quickly to provide an online conversion, so that players could access games in their own homes.

This is why Akamai came on board: the content delivery network (CDN) solutions helped to increase the effectiveness of loading times from 50% to 80% and delivered the same great cost-saving experience to players worldwide. This was made possible by the joint work with Criticalcase, the high-availability service provider that built a bridge to the client by providing a data center in Italy, which was essential in light of the new Brexit regulations.

WorldMatch views both Akamai and Criticalcase as true extensions of their own team, as valued colleagues rather than suppliers. The gaming solutions company has scaled up in no time, managing many more users without any speed or performance downgrade. Serving 10,000 bets per second, Criticalcase and Akamai allowed WorldMatch to reach the other side of the world, delivering services in regulated markets in Asia (e.g., Philippines) and in South America (e.g., Colombia).

Andrea Boratto, CEO at WorldMatch, said: “WorldMatch provides its services in 16 different time zones, 7 days a week, and 24 hours a day. System performance and continuity of service must always be at the highest levels. With this in mind, Akamai represents a technological partner that provides services of great added value for WorldMatch. Thanks to the expertise and the support offered by Criticalcase, the technological solutions have been adapted in an almost tailor-made way to our needs.”

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CT Interactive Appoints Dimitar Raychev as Technical Support Specialist for Online Services

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CT Interactive has appointed Dimitar Raychev as Technical Support Specialist for Online Services.

Over the years, Dimitar has worked with various platforms such as AWS, Active Directory and SAP, allowing him to acquire deep knowledge and skills in managing infrastructures and automating processes. Thanks to his expertise, he has helped many organisations optimise their systems and maintain high levels of efficiency.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dimitar Raychev to the CT Interactive team, where he will take on the role of Technical Support Specialist for Online Services. Dimitar brings extensive experience in providing technical support to global clients, successfully diagnosing and resolving issues with software, hardware and network systems. His commitment to quality service and the technical skills he possesses make him a valuable asset. We look forward to leveraging his knowledge and continuing to provide our clients with impeccable service and support,” the company said.

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IGT Wins Seven Awards at the 2025 EKG Slot Awards Show

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International Game Technology has won seven awards at the 2025 EKG Slot Awards Show. The EKG Slot Awards Show is a performance-based, annual programme produced by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming (EKG) that recognizes excellence in slot game development in the casino gaming industry. IGT won the most awards of any gaming industry supplier, taking home trophies for seven of the program’s 25 categories.

IGT won the following categories at the 2025 EKG Slot Awards Show:

• Top Performing NEW Premium Game: Tiger and Dragon Cash on Reels

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• Most Innovative Land-Based Game: Tiger and Dragon Cash on Reels

• Top Performing 3rd Party IP Branded Game: Whitney Houston Slots

• Top Performing Game – EMEA: Magic Treasures Dragon

• Top Performing NEW Video Poker/Keno Game: Mega Hot Poker

• Top Performing NEW Online Table Game: Blackjack Poker & Pairs Surrender

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• Best Overall Supplier of Online Content: IGT PlayDigital

“IGT winning seven awards at the 2025 EKG Slot Awards Show is a significant achievement that speaks to our performance momentum across multiple product categories and the immense talent and dedication of IGT employees worldwide. We look forward to continuing to help our customers benefit from these strong IGT themes in 2025 and beyond via follow-up games for Tiger and Dragon, Whitney Houston Slots, Magic Treasures and Mega Hot Poker,” said Nick Khin, IGT President, Global Gaming.

“It was exciting to see IGT PlayDigital honored at the 2025 EKG Slot Awards Show in the most esteemed iGaming category, ‘Best Overall Supplier of Online Content,’ and recognized with the ‘Top Performing NEW Online Table Game’ award for Blackjack Poker & Pairs Surrender. Developing and delivering market-leading content and performance tools is a cornerstone of IGT PlayDigital’s strategy and I wish to congratulate the entire team on these remarkable accomplishments,” said Gil Rotem, IGT PlayDigital President.

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AskGamblers Surpasses 700,000 Registered Members

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AskGamblers hits a new milestone by surpassing 700,000 registered members on the website. Since 2006, AskGamblers provides accurate and reliable information on online casinos, sportsbooks, bonuses and more, with the motto Get the Truth. Then Play.

The website has grown, but not only in numbers. In 2024, AskGamblers introduced a comprehensive sports betting section where users can access sportsbook reviews, live scores, odds calculators and find exclusive deals.

Additionally, AskGamblers hosts the annual AskGamblers Awards, a prestigious event where players can nominate and vote for their favourites in four categories: Best Casino, Best New Casino, Best New Slot and Best Sportsbook, but six additional industry awards are handed out during the gala ceremony.

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Dijana Radunović, General Manager at AskGamblers, said: “Reaching the milestone of 700,000 registered players is remarkable. It’s great to see new players coming in daily, but the fact that they remain active is what’s truly special!”

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