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Award-winning software provider adds second Netherlands-based operator to its portfolio, with full suite of slots set to launch at Jacks.nl casino later this month

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Innovative casino software studio, Swintt, has announced that it will be making further inroads into the regulated Dutch iGaming market this month after signing a new partnership deal with Netherlands-based operator, Joi Gaming, and it’s popular casino brand, Jacks.nl.

The move represents Swintt’s second foray into the country and reiterates the group’s commitment to expanding in licensed markets across Europe, where it aims to promote its wide range of feature-laden video slots to a brand-new audience.

As a result of the deal, players at Joi Gaming’s online casino brand, Jacks.nl, will shortly find games from the Swintt catalogue appearing on the platform. These will include innovative titles from Swintt Select range and Premium Games, which are popular with Dutch players who know the titles from Jack’s land-based gaming halls.

Given the regulated Dutch market it is still in its infancy and customers in the region are arguably more familiar with classic slot machines, it’s perhaps Swintt’s Premium line-up that will have the widest appeal. These instantly-recognisable games all feature the familiar symbols and iconic sounds of popular land-based titles, but combine them with engaging bonus features for a more modern twist.

Premium releases that will soon be available to players at Jacks.nl include Master of Books, Seven Seven, Extra Win X and the brand-new Aqua Lord, the last of which gives players the chance to trigger locking re-spins with instant cash prizes courtesy of the provider’s popular “Pearl” feature.

Those looking for the very latest in cutting edge graphics and pioneering gameplay, meanwhile, will be equally well catered for thanks to Swintt’s engaging line-up of Select titles. Notable games in this category include the studio’s most successful launch to date, Aloha Spirt XtraLockTM, the power-up packed mobile-first release, Candy Gold, and the celebrity-endorsed The Crown starring Vinnie Jones.
With all these great titles and more coming to Jacks.nl, players should have no trouble finding their new slot favourite – and both Swintt and Joi Gaming are looking forward to working together as the former expands its market position while the latter bolsters its reputation as a gaming industry leader.

David Mann, Chief Executive Officer at Swintt, said: “Having only entered the rapidly-growing Dutch market earlier this year, we’re delighted to have the opportunity to team up with a leading brand like Joi Gaming as we establish Swintt as the go-to software provider for Netherlands-based customers. “The new partnership will enable us to put our innovative range of slots in front of a whole new audience at Jacks.nl, giving them the chance to experience the signature gameplay and features that have made Swintt games such a success. We certainly hope they enjoy everything we have to offer.”

Sjoerd Kranz, Casino Manager at Joi Gaming, said: “Here at Joi Gaming, we pride ourselves on bringing only the best in hand-picked casino gaming to Netherlands-based customers – and our flagship casino brand, Jacks.nl, has long-since established itself as one the country’s leading platforms.
“By partnering with Swintt, we’ll be able to further enhance this reputation by introducing a wide-range of innovative, feature-packed slots to customers. The new deal will help us reach even greater heights and we’re looking forward to working with such a prestigious studio over the coming months.”

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Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. Names Carlo Santarelli Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations

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Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. announced that Carlo Santarelli has been appointed Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations, a new position at the Company. Mr. Santarelli will begin his new position on August 18, 2025 and will report to GLPI President and Chief Operating Officer, Brandon Moore.

Mr. Santarelli brings over 25 years of Wall Street experience in Equity Research and Investment Banking to his new role and joins the Company from Deutsche Bank where he was Managing Director of Gaming & Lodging Equity Research. Prior to Deutsche Bank, Mr. Santarelli held similar positions at Bear Stearns, JP Morgan and Wells Fargo. He consistently ranked highly in Institutional Investor and other sell-side analyst research polls as a thought leader in the space, providing unique perspectives on industry events and trends with his data-driven approach and stock picking talent. Carlo Santarelli graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a B.A. in Economics in 2000.

Peter Carlino, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GLPI, said: “We’ve known and respected Carlo’s research work on the gaming, lodging and gaming REIT sectors for many years. Carlo brings to GLPI an in-depth knowledge of the industry and its participants, having experienced GLPI’s original formation of the gaming triple-net-REIT structure from a research analyst and capital markets perspective. We value his deep network of contacts among institutional investors, sell-side analysts and a wide range of gaming industry operators and we look forward to the value of his contributions.”

In his new role, Mr. Santarelli will work with Mr. Carlino and GLPI’s senior management to develop and evaluate growth opportunities and strategic relationships, and will oversee investor relations interactions.

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VIP Play Announces Departure of Chief Financial Officer

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VIP Play, a technology-driven leader in interactive consumer engagement, announced that Jim Mackey, the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, will step down from his role, effective August 8, 2025.

The Company has initiated a transition process and is in the process of identifying a successor. Mackey will assist in an orderly transition over the coming weeks.

“We thank Jim for his contributions to the Company, particularly during a transformative period for our business. We remain focused on executing our strategic priorities, including financial visibility, operating efficiency, and delivering value to our stakeholders,” said Les Ottolenghi, CEO of VIP Play.

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Esports Charts Becomes Official Viewership Analytics Partner of StarLadder Budapest Major 2025

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Esports Charts, the leading esports viewership analytics provider, has partnered with StarLadder, a pioneering tournament organiser. The Budapest Major 2025 marks a highly anticipated comeback for StarLadder, as it is their first Counter-Strike Major since 2019 and a significant return to the top-tier esports arena.

As the official analytics partner of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025, Esports Charts will provide comprehensive, real-time audience data and insights throughout the event. This will empower organisers, teams, sponsors and fans with unparalleled transparency and a deeper understanding of the tournament’s global reach.

Artyom Odintsov, Co-founder and CEO of Esports Charts, said: “We are thrilled and proud to provide viewership analytics for StarLadder for the Budapest Major 2025. Since both Esports Charts and StarLadder are Ukraine-born companies, we share similar values and deal with similar challenges, which brings us even closer.

“It’s genuinely exciting to follow how viewership will develop at this Major. But knowing the expertise, drive, and passion that the organizers are bringing, I have no doubt we’ll witness some incredible things happen in Budapest.

“Esports Charts has always been driven by a mission to provide the esports community with accurate, actionable data, and we look forward to showcasing the impact and audience engagement of this world-class event.”

StarLadder has been a driving force in global esports for almost 15 years now, since hosting its first tournaments in 2011. Renowned for its innovation and reliability, the company has organised some of the industry’s most iconic events. These include the StarLadder Berlin Major 2019, which accumulated over 44 million hours watched and remains in the top 10 CS events by this metric, and the legendary StarSeries tournaments which started back in 2012.

Viacheslav Shcherbakov, Sales and Partnerships at StarLadder, said: “We’ve been working with Esports Charts since their founding and have always valued their professionalism and integrity. In a market where reliable data is essential, Esports Charts provides honest, transparent numbers, exactly the kind of insights sponsors and stakeholders rely on when assessing the potential reach of a World Championship event.

“We’re confident that this partnership will result in a high-quality analysis of our tournament’s performance and the audience data we’ll report to our partners. It’s a collaboration built on trust, shared values, and a deep understanding of what it takes to elevate esports to the next level.”

The Starladder Budapest Major 2025 will be held from November 24 to December 14 in Budapest, Hungary. The event will bring together the world’s top 32 Counter-Strike 2 teams to compete for a $1.25 million prize pool and one of the most prestigious titles in esports.

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