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WCC announces a new update with licensed digital ‘Billion Cheers Jerseys’ and Urdu commentary

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World’s number one mobile cricket game franchise, World Cricket Championship (WCC), has released its latest update with new offerings on the game platform for its users. WCC3 has introduced a licensed digital avatar of jerseys for its users in association with MPL sports. Favorite Jerseys like the Billion Cheers Jersey and the Retro and Training jerseys will be made available for the in-game players of the Indian team. Additionally, WCC3 has now added renowned cricket commentator, Tariq Saeed, marking the introduction of Urdu commentary in the game.

The licensed digital version of the jersey is a replica of the original which carries’ fans’ chants and cheers from iconic past matches, transformed into unique soundwave patterns. It’s a unique pattern jersey, where Indian sports fans have been memorialized on it. The shirt aptly called the ‘Billion Cheers Jersey’, honors fans’ unwavering support. The jersey comes in shades of Prussian blue and royal blue offering a bold and distinct look befitting champions.

In addition to the just-introduced Urdu commentary, WCC3 also offers multiple language commentaries including English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, and Kannada. The English commentary is voiced by Matthew Hayden and Isha Guha, a BCC cricket commentator. Hindi and Tamil versions are voiced by Aakash Chopra and Abhinav Mukund respectively, while the Telugu commentary is voiced by former Indian cricketer and current IPL commentator, Venkatapathy Raju. WCC3 recently added three new commentators, Anjum Chopra for Hindi, Deep Dasgupta for Bengali, and Vijay Bharadwaj for Kannada, to further cater to diverse geographies and fans.

Said Nextwave Multimedia, Co-Founder and CEO, P.R. Rajendran “With 240 million-plus users, this seems like a good opportunity to add value to our fans and the cricket community out there. We are glad to work with MPL Sports to make available the digital version of popular jerseys including the Billion Cheers and Retro among others for the in-game players. With the newly introduced Urdu language commentary, we hope to give users a treat for this season.”

Shobhit Gupta, Head of MPL Sports said, “We are excited to team up with World Cricket Championship 3, a game that is loved and played by millions of sports fans across the country. The MPL Sports Billion Cheers jersey is one of the most recognized and coveted pieces of sports apparel today. Now it will be available in an exciting digital avatar that gamers can use to flaunt their love for the sport.”

WCC3 is one of the only ‘Made in India’ esports titles and has been featured in prominent esports tournaments in the country including Penta Amateur League, Redbull M.E.O., and more. The game has also won the Indian Game Developers Conference’s ‘Studio Game of the Year’ award and Google Play Store’s ‘Users Choice’ award in 2020. WCC partners with MPL Sports to pay homage to countless cricket fans across the globe.

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AGCO Fines Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto $350,000 for Serious Regulatory Violations Linked to Impromptu After-Party on Gaming Floor

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The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has issued monetary penalties totaling $350,000 against Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto for multiple violations of provincial gaming standards. The penalties follow an impromptu after-party that was permitted to take place in the pre-dawn hours directly on the casino’s gaming floor.

On September 27, 2024, an electronic dance music event attended by thousands of people was hosted in the theatre adjacent to the casino at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto. The event was marked by widespread intoxication, disorderly behavior, and numerous criminal and medical incidents – both inside and outside the venue – including alleged assaults, drug overdoses, and acts of public indecency. Although paid duty officers were present, additional police and emergency services were required to manage the situation.

In the midst of this high-risk environment, casino management approved an unscheduled request by the performing artist to host an after-party on the active gaming floor. The artist and more than 400 guests were permitted onto the gaming floor where the artist was allowed to perform amidst operational table games and gaming machines – without any prior risk assessment or planning.

As a result, security personnel were unable to effectively control the casino floor, including witness reports that an attendee was seen climbing onto slot machines. Failure to maintain appropriate control compromises the security, safety, and integrity of the casino floor. Following the conclusion of the event, the operator failed to promptly report these incidents to the AGCO as required.

Based on the findings of its review, the AGCO’s Registrar has issued an Order of Monetary Penalty (OMP) totaling $350,000 against Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto. These penalties address critical failures in their operations, incident reporting, employee training, and the management of disturbances.

A gaming operator served with an OMP has 15 days to appeal the Registrar’s decision to the Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT), an adjudicative tribunal that is part of Tribunals Ontario and independent of the AGCO.

“Casino operators have a fundamental duty to control their gaming environment. Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto’s lapses in this incident compromised the safety of patrons and the security and integrity of the gaming floor,” Dr. Karin Schnarr, Chief Executive Officer and Registrar of AGCO, said.

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IGT and Atlantic Lottery Sign Eight-Year Video Lottery Central System Technology Agreement

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International Game Technology PLC announced that its subsidiary, IGT Canada Solutions ULC (hereinafter “IGT”), signed an eight-year agreement with Atlantic Lottery to supply its IntelligenEVO video lottery central system technology across Atlantic Canada. The agreement includes the option for multiple extensions and positions the Atlantic Lottery to become the first World Lottery Association (WLA)-affiliated lottery operator to deploy IGT’s next-generation central management system in a game-to-system (G2S) distributed market.

“By leveraging IGT’s IntelligenEVO technology, Atlantic Lottery will power its video lottery network with the industry’s best-in-class central system and position itself to maximize future contributions to good causes. As an organization that prioritizes system security and exceptional player experiences, Atlantic Lottery believes that IGT’s IntelliegnEVO solution will help generate high player satisfaction and optimal network performance,” said Michael MacKinnon, Atlantic Lottery VP, Product.

“As a long-time supplier to Atlantic Lottery, IGT looks forward to helping the Lottery achieve its growth and player engagement goals with our leading-edge IntelligenEVO video lottery central system. IGT’s IntelligenEVO is a scalable technology for the WLA market that is backed by decades of experience and operator feedback, and maximizes the benefits of real-time data, cloud-based technologies and in-depth analytics,” said David Flinn, IGT SVP Canada, EMEA and LATAM, Gaming Sales.

With peak system security, network availability and responsible gaming functionalities, IntelligenEVO is a reliable, scalable solution that can meet the needs of today and in the future. The solution will accelerate time-to-market and enables the Atlantic Lottery to benefit from the system’s suite of player-focused functionality. The technology’s G2S and open API design optimizes data collection and delivery and will enable Atlantic Lottery to customize their program for evolving player needs.

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NetGaming Goes Live in Ontario with Rush Street Interactive via BetRivers Platform

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NetGaming, a fast-growing online casino content supplier, is proud to announce its launch in Ontario with Rush Street Interactive, Inc., a leading online casino and sports betting company in the United States, Canada and Latin America. This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone for NetGaming as it continues to expand its footprint across regulated North American markets.

As part of the launch, Ontario players on BetRivers can now enjoy a diverse portfolio of NetGaming titles, known for their high-quality graphics, immersive gameplay, and unique themes. Standout games such as Zeus’s Thunderbolt, Bison Gold, and Fireball Inferno are among the first to go live, with additional titles set to follow soon.

This partnership is just the beginning. NetGaming plans to extend its collaboration with Rush Street Interactive into Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Mexico over the coming months.

Pallavi Deshmukh, CEO of NetGaming, commented: “We are thrilled to go live with Rush Street Interactive, a powerhouse operator with a strong presence and loyal player base. This launch marks a significant milestone in our
North American expansion strategy and underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional gaming experiences tailored to local player preferences across the region.”

Richard Schwartz, CEO of Rush Street Interactive, commented: “We are pleased to partner with NetGaming to bring innovative, premium games to our players in Ontario. This collaboration aligns with our strategy to offer world-class
entertainment through engaging, action-packed online casino games. We look forward to expanding this partnership into additional regulated markets in the months ahead.”

This strategic partnership highlights both companies’ dedication to providing high- quality, innovative, and responsible entertainment to players in regulated markets.

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