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EVOLUTION TO ACQUIRE GALAXY GAMING, A LEADING INDEPENDENT DEVELOPER AND DISTRIBUTOR OF CASINO TABLE GAMES AND TECHNOLOGY

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Evolution AB (publ)’s wholly owned subsidiary, Evolution Malta Holding Limited, (“Evolution”) has entered into an agreement to acquire Galaxy Gaming, Inc. (“Galaxy Gaming”) for a total equity value of approximately $85 million(the “Transaction”), payable in cash.

Transaction highlights and strategic rationale

Galaxy Gaming, a leading developer and distributor of innovative casino table games and enhanced gaming technology solutions, continues to revolutionize the casino industry with its state-of-the-art products and exceptional service. With a diverse portfolio of cutting-edge games, Galaxy Gaming has established itself as a trusted partner to casinos worldwide.

The acquisition is in line with Evolution’s strategy of being the world’s top provider of casino games, supplying its customers with the best gaming content. With the acquisition of Galaxy Gaming, Evolution solidifies its presence in the US market and enhances its position as a leading licensor of proprietary tables games to the online gaming industry.

“We are thrilled to announce the acquisition of Galaxy Gaming, which represents a significant milestone in our mission to provide unparalleled gaming experiences to our customers. Galaxy Gaming’s exceptional products and technology complement our existing portfolio and strengthen our strategic position.” – Martin Carlesund, CEO Evolution AB (publ)

“Evolution intends to retain the management and employees and also plans to operate Galaxy Gaming as a separate and independent business unit,” added Carlesund

“We believe this transaction represents the opportunity to unite two world-class, customer-focused teams in a way that will benefit all stakeholders. It combines Galaxy Gaming’s thriving land-based business, driven by our industry-leading games and progressive technologies, with Evolution’s global reach and innovative online gaming leadership. For years, our collaboration has successfully delivered popular games like 21+3® and LuckyLadies® to millions of players in regulated iGaming markets globally. This acquisition by Evolution empowers Galaxy to sustain and maintain its independence while continuing to focus on growth and expanding its operations, leveragingEvolution’s operational and financial strength to facilitate product sharing and drive cutting-edge omni-channel innovation.“ – Matt Reback, President and CEO, Galaxy Gaming.

Galaxy Gaming has provided guidance of $29.0 – $30.0 million in Net Revenue and $12.0 – $13.0 million in Adjusted EBITDA for fiscal year 2024.

 

Consideration and financing

Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, Evolution has agreed to acquire all of the outstanding shares of common stock of Galaxy Gaming for$3.20 per share in cash, which represents a premium of 124% to Galaxy Gaming’s closing share price on July 17, 2024, the last trading day prior to the announcement of the Transaction. The Transaction values Galaxy Gaming at at total equity value of approximately $85 million, and approximately $124 million including net debt. The consideration will be financed with cash on hand.

 Conditions and time plan for the acquisition

The Transaction has been approved by the board of directors of Galaxy Gaming. Galaxy Gaming board members holding approximately 14%of Galaxy Gaming’s common stock have entered into support agreements to vote their shares in favor of the Transaction.

The Transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including Galaxy Gaming stockholder approval and certain required gaming regulatory approvals.  The parties currently expect the closing to occur in mid-2025, subject to satisfaction of those closing conditions.

 Advisors

Evolution has engaged J.P. Morgan SE as exclusive financial advisor and Kirkland & Ellis LLP as legal advisor in connection with the Transaction. Galaxy Gaming has engaged Macquarie Capital as exclusive financial advisor and Latham & Watkins LLP as legal advisor in connection with the Transaction.

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DIA and Christchurch Casino Reach Settlement in Anti-Money Laundering Proceedings

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The New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs has reported that a settlement has been reached in the civil proceedings against Christchurch Casinos Limited for alleged breaches of its obligations under the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act 2009.

As part of the settlement, Christchurch Casino has admitted all seven causes of action in DIA’s amended statement of claim and has agreed to join DIA in recommending that the High Court impose a penalty of $5.06m on Christchurch Casino.

Between May 2023 and September 2024, DIA conducted an investigation into Christchurch Casino’s AML/CFT compliance, and found that it had breached a number of its obligations under the Act.

DIA found that Christchurch Casino had failed to establish, implement and maintain a compliant AML/CFT compliance programme, adequately monitor accounts, conduct compliant enhanced customer due diligence, terminate existing business relationships when required and keep records as required by the Act. These failures spanned between December 2018 and December 2023.

“This agreement is a significant and positive outcome. It’s encouraging to achieve our intended result without the time and expense of court proceedings” said Serge Sablyak, Director of AML/CFT Group.

“While the regulatory breaches were serious, we acknowledge Christchurch Casino’s decision to admit to the breaches and take responsibility for what were substantial failings.”

“We’re proud that our work has strengthened the integrity of New Zealand’s financial system and has helped build public confidence in the prevention of money laundering and terrorism financing.”

DIA and Christchurch Casino have recommended to the High Court that the matter now proceed to a penalty hearing for the Court to determine the appropriate penalty to be imposed on Christchurch Casino.

Christchurch Casino is not alleged to have been directly involved in money laundering or the financing of terrorism.

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Donaco International Shareholders Approve Acquisition by On Nut Road Limited

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Donaco International Limited (DNA), an ASX-listed company focused on leisure, entertainment and associated technology, announced that its shareholders have voted in favour of the proposed acquisition of 100% of the company’s shares by On Nut Road Limited (ONR) via a scheme of arrangement. Donaco International operates casino businesses in Southeast Asia.

The resolution to approve the Scheme was passed with significant support, with 98.11% of votes cast by Donaco shareholders in favour. Additionally, 77.50% of Donaco shareholders present and voting, either in person or by proxy, attorney, or corporate representative, also voted in favour of the Scheme. The voting results reflect strong shareholder backing for the proposed acquisition.

The Scheme remains subject to the approval of the Supreme Court of New South Wales at a hearing scheduled for Thursday, 7 August 2025. The Second Court Hearing will only occur if all of the remaining conditions precedent to the Scheme have been satisfied or waived. If the court approves the Scheme and all conditions are met, Donaco intends to lodge a copy of the court orders with ASIC on Friday, 8 August 2025, upon which the Scheme will become effective and DNA shares will be suspended from trading on the ASX. Pending final approvals, the implementation of the Scheme is expected to occur on Tuesday, 19 August 2025.

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Pavilion Payments Acquires CasinoSoft

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Pavilion Payments, the leading omnichannel payment solutions provider in the gaming industry, has acquired CasinoSoft, a trusted leader in Anti-Money Laundering (AML)/Title 31 compliance, automated tax form processing, jackpot handling and regulatory reporting software. Together, they are building a unified solution that simplifies and modernizes gaming operations.

“We have put 20 years of our heart and soul into building the CasinoSoft brand and are thrilled with the many ways this acquisition moves us to the next level. The success of our robust suite of AML/Title 31 and tax form products is evidenced by the longstanding partnerships we enjoy with our many satisfied customers throughout the industry,” said Matt Montano, Principal and Owner of CasinoSoft.

The new offering combines Pavilion Payments’ seamless player funding and payment ecosystem with CasinoSoft’s industry-leading compliance and automation software. The result is a powerful, vertically integrated platform that streamlines floor, cage and slot operations, making them faster, easier and more secure for casinos, route gaming as well as iGaming and sportsbook operators.

“CasinoSoft is the industry standard for AML/Title 31 compliance, automated tax forms, jackpot processing, and associated reporting services. With this acquisition, we plan to grow the broader Pavilion business with several new patents, innovative products, and transformative solutions that position us as the clear leader in fintech payments, cashless gaming, cage, and floor automation,” said Diallo Gordon, President of Pavilion Payments.

For more than two decades, CasinoSoft has helped casinos streamline Title 31, AML, tax forms and jackpot workflows, keeping operations audit-ready and freeing up staff to focus on the guest experience. By joining Pavilion Payments, CasinoSoft expands its ability to deliver end-to-end compliance and payment solutions within a single, connected system, reducing manual steps and increasing automation.

“At Pavilion Payments, we pride ourselves on offering our partners and customers a vibrant and diverse portfolio of products and services. The addition of CasinoSoft’s products to our lineup furthers our delivery on that goal. We’re delighted to add CasinoSoft to our team and look forward to delighting our customers with them,” said Dan Connors, CEO of Pavilion Payments.

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