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A New Era for Social Sweepstakes Casino Technology, as GiG’s SweepX Platform launches Online for the First Time

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Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) has announced its pioneering social sweepstakes casino platform SweepX is now live with new partner Primero under the goldrushcity.com brand, with GiG’s revolutionary technology marking another significant strategic milestone , powering into the sweepstakes and social casino vertical for the first time, underscoring its commitment to fueling growth in new and emerging markets for it’s partners.

Tailored to meet the growing demand in the US sweepstakes market, SweepX offers a dual-wallet system, prize-redemption management, and GiG’s advanced AI-assisted content management technology, giving operators a significant edge. This revolutionary solution has been crafted to drive growth and boost player engagement across social sweepstakes gaming. SweepX delivers a comprehensive turnkey solution for social casinos, combining market-leading front-end capabilities with a bespoke CMS and tailored content integrations. Designed to empower operators to accelerate online growth, SweepX offers unparalleled speed to market.

Now live, SweepX seamlessly integrates GiG’s proven iGaming platform—operational across the US, Europe, and Latin America—with a custom-built sweepstakes front-end, an AI-enhanced gamification layer, and one of the largest sweepstakes casino content libraries in the industry.

This launch marks another milestone in GiG’s transformative year, showcasing its exceptional delivery pace. With 13 brands launched, including several migrations, GiG continues to set the standard for operational excellence.

The sweepstakes gaming sector saw tremendous growth in 2023 and continues to rise, with the market valued at $5.6 billion. Projections estimate the sector will grow at a +43% CAGR, reaching $11.4 billion by 2025, according to E&K data.

Richard Carter, Chief Executive Officer at GiG said; “The launch of SweepX marks a pivotal leap forward for GiG, strategically leveraging our pioneering technology within online social casino gaming and positioning us with a leading position in the market. The overwhelmingly positive reaction to SweepX since its announcement in May this year has strengthened our belief in its potential to revolutionise the Social Sweepstakes Casino market, with an emphasis on providing the most entertaining and safe environments for players and operators alike, further fueling our ambitious strategic plans for growth.”

Barry Rutherford, Chief Executive Officer at Primero, added; “GiG’s world-class platform provides us with the ability to deliver a richer variety of content and an unrivaled player experience. Its flexibility and innovation ensure that we can adapt to the ever-evolving demands of the market while offering seamless performance and engagement for our players. By combining GiG’s cutting-edge technology with our unique and highly effective player acquisition strategy, we’re setting a new benchmark for excellence in the US market. Furthermore, this partnership positions us ideally to scale and succeed in iGaming markets worldwide, leveraging GiG’s expertise to deliver an exceptional end-to-end gaming experience across all touchpoints.“

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Take Aim at Mega Wins: ELA Games Unleashes Chaos With New Shooter Game “Shoot Happens”

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A chaotic jungle journey with big, bad foes and insane riches.

Welcome to the jungle, where Shoot Happens! Face your opponent, take aim, and fire your way to riches.

ELA Games unveils its boldest title to date, a combination of decision-making and narrative progression where every shot counts.

In Shoot Happens, you’re not just a player. You’re the main character who has to fend off waves of increasingly dangerous (and valuable) monsters. Armed with 3 shots per round, you’ll need precision and calm nerves to take down the reward and add it to your Winpot. Hit the target for riches. Miss… and it’s back to the beginning.

The Choice Is Yours

Each round is in the hands of the player. Do you cash out now? Or keep slashing through the jungle for bigger and better rewards? Decision-making, timing, and a whole load of guts go a long way.

Expect the Unexpected

Random projectile bonuses can appear in any round, boosting your rewards massively. And just when you thought your journey through the treacherous jungle was over, the final boss appears. While the other monsters may have been a piece of cake, he doesn’t stay down. Each time you defeat him, he respawns for juicier and recurring payouts. Keep going as long as you can handle it, and you might walk out as the top dog of the jungle.

Marharyta Yerina, ELA Games’ Managing Director, commented on the game’s release, “With Shoot Happens, the team ventured outside of conventional game formats, and we wanted to give players a super engaging experience where they’re in control. This title is a bold approach to game design in this industry, as we’re empowering players with choice and enriching the gameplay experience with strong visuals, narratives, and plenty of replayability.”

Play how you want. The Winpot is yours

Shoot Happens is the perfect blend of fast-paced action, bold decision-making, and interactive gameplay. Whether you’re a cautious player or a complete daredevil, the game is an enticing experience for all.

How deep into the jungle are you willing to go?

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AGA Research Reveals Consumers Know Sweepstakes Casinos are Gambling

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As gaming regulators, state Attorneys General, and state legislatures continue to scrutinize the business practices of online “sweepstakes” casinos, new research shows that consumers overwhelmingly use these platforms to gamble – and that sweepstakes operators are heavily targeting players in key states. By exploiting loopholes in the law, these operations undermine the integrity of the legal, regulated gaming marketplace.

According to Sensor Tower data compiled by the American Gaming Association (AGA), half of all online, real-money casino advertisements seen by consumers in early 2025 promoted offshore “sweepstakes” casinos. The data shows these unregulated operators concentrate their advertising in populous states.

“These operators present themselves like legal, regulated platforms – but they operate outside the law and regulation. There are few if any responsible gaming tools, no regulatory oversight, and no consumer protections. It’s a dangerous subterfuge that puts players at real risk,” said AGA Vice President of Government Relations, Tres York.

Despite operating outside the regulated gaming market, “sweepstakes” casinos are widely perceived by players as gambling platforms, with 68% of users saying their primary reason for playing is to win real money. This confusion is no accident – many of these sites mimic the look, feel, and language of legal operators, blurring the line for consumers and reinforcing the need for clearer enforcement and public education.

Key findings include:

• 90% of sweepstakes casino users consider the activity to be gambling.

• 69% describe sweepstakes casinos as places to wager real money.

• 80% of sweepstakes players spend monthly, and nearly half spend weekly, without the safety nets offered by regulated operators.

The number of monthly sweepstakes casino players is twice as high in states lacking sweepstakes prohibitions.

“Sweepstakes” casinos aggressively market on popular digital platforms throughout the country. Legal, regulated gaming operators, by contrast, advertise responsibly in legal states where consumer protections and regulatory oversight are in place.

“The data is clear. Consumers see right through the ‘sweepstakes’ casino facade and they’re calling it what it is: gambling. We look forward to policymakers continuing to enforce their laws and create clarity through new policy measures to protect their residents,” added York.

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Compliance Updates

MGCB Issues Cease-and-Desist Orders to Six Illegal Gambling Sites Targeting Michigan Players

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The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued cease-and-desist letters to six unlicensed online gambling platforms attempting to target Michigan residents without state authorization. The action underscores the MGCB’s relentless, ongoing efforts to shut down illegal gambling operations and protect Michigan consumers from financial risk, identity theft, and unfair play.

The targeted sites—Crypto Slots, NitroBetting, NewVegas, Las Vegas USA Casino, Grand Rush Casino, and Slotgard Casino—were found to be operating in violation of Michigan laws that require licensure for internet gaming and sports betting.

“These sites were attempting to exploit Michigan players while operating outside the law. We take this seriously. When unauthorized operators offer games without regulation, Michigan players are left exposed—and we will not tolerate it,” said Henry Williams, MGCB Executive Director.

This enforcement action is part of the MGCB’s larger crackdown on illegal online gambling platforms. In recent months, the agency has issued numerous cease-and-desist letters, with additional investigations currently underway.

The MGCB continues to monitor online gaming activity and urges the public to be cautious when engaging with gambling content on social media or through digital advertisements.

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