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Infinity Dragon Studios, a Games Global exclusive studio, has launched its groundbreaking new Norse mythology-themed slot Gates of Asgard Power Combo™, leveraging a powerful lineup of three different Link&Win™ features that can be combined.

Set on a 5×3 grid with 40 paylines, Gates of Asgard Power Combo™ is poised to put Infinity Dragon Studios on the map and become a staple game in the world of slots. With a veteran team behind its creation, players will embark on a journey alongside Vikings, collecting different scatter symbols to unlock various Link&Win™ bonus rounds.

The blue Power Combo™ scatter activates expanding reels, offering players the chance to unlock a 5×5 grid and increase the winning potential. Landing the red Power Combo™ scatter presents instant rewards through coins collects and jackpot prizes of up to 2,500x the bet. Finally, the purple Power Combo™ scatter introduces random multipliers of up to 5x, enhancing the value of coin prizes with every spin.

But the game’s superhuman strength really kicks in when two or even three of these different coloured scatters land together, triggering Power Combo™ and unleashing an electrifying storm of combined Link&Win™ features for wins of up to 10,525x bet.

Gates of Asgard Power Combo™ also introduces the Viking Valor Bonus feature, where warrior symbols are collected in the bonus metre. One spin is awarded when the feature is activated with the chance to instantly trigger any single or combination of Link&Win™ features, boosting the potential rewards.

Infinity Dragon Studios is based in Sydney and is passionate about creating unique and engaging experiences with a focus on premium video slots. The studio pushes boundaries to bring new levels of excitement and entertainment to slots with innovative game design and engaging math models that thrill players.

Phil Mason, Head of Studio at Infinity Dragon Studios, said: “In collaboration with Games Global, we’re excited to bring Gates of Asgard Power Combo™ to life, leveraging the power of Link&Win™. With our team’s dedication and expertise, we’ve crafted a game that encompasses big math, big mechanics and big entertainment.”

Andy Booth, Chief Product Officer at Games Global, added: “We are thrilled to introduce Gates of Asgard Power Combo to our customers and their players. Utilising the popular Link&Win™ mechanic,  this game is the strongest release for Infinity Dragon Studios to date based on performance in the exclusive release period.”

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The UK Gambling Commission has announced the newly appointed members of the Industry Forum.

The Forum – made up of members from Britain’s gambling industry – will provide the Commission with further insight into the views of operators.

Forum members include:

Nick Rust (OBE) – Chair

Tony Boulton

Kirsty Caldwell

Charles Cohen

Ashley Padgett

Mark Pearson

Nigel Roddis

Leo Walker

Helen Walton

David Williams

Nick Rust, Chair of the Forum, said: “We had more than 40 applications from across the gambling industry from people wanting to take an active role in the inaugural Industry Forum.

“It was difficult to leave quite a few of those people out, but I’m delighted with the quality and experience of the appointees, and hope as a group we can offer perspectives from across all parts of the industry which the Commission can draw upon to help evolve and improve its performance as the regulator.”

The first meeting of the Forum will be held on March 21, where members will begin the work of sharing their insight and experience with the Commission.

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BetMGM UK has announced as the new sponsor of the County Hurdle, the £100,000 Premier Handicap staged over an extended two miles on the fourth and final day of The Cheltenham Festival next week (Gold Cup Day, Friday 15th March).

The first County Hurdle was run in 1920 and won by Trespasser. Willie Mullins, The Cheltenham Festival’s most successful trainer with 94 winners, landed the contest for a record sixth time in 2022 with State Man. Last year saw trainer Dan Skelton enjoy his fourth County Hurdle triumph courtesy of 33-1 chance Faivoir. It is a race which frequently attracts a maximum field (currently 26 runners).

In an exciting new partnership, BetMGM, the premium online betting and gaming brand, will be an Official Betting Partner of The Jockey Club and have its name attached to a number of flagship races and racedays at Jockey Club Racecourses.

In addition to the BetMGM County Hurdle, these will also include the Grade Two Haldon Gold Cup (Exeter) and Grade Two Elite Hurdle (Wincanton), which both take place during The West Country Weekend in November, as well as races during Cheltenham’s Christmas Meeting in December.

In BetMGM’s brilliant new Cheltenham Festival TV advert, Hollywood star Chris Rock says: “At BetMGM we know how to put on a show. Welcome to Fabulous Cheltenham – this is the greatest show on earth, Vegas style. Get ready to roar. Bet £10 and get £60 in free bets. This is the golden era of the Cheltenham Festival. BetMGM – It’s Showtime!”

Commenting ahead of the Cheltenham Festival, Sam Behar, UK Director at BetMGM, said: “We are thrilled to sponsor the County Hurdle. This is the brand’s first Festival and we’ve marked it in the best possible way. We’re dedicated to providing an entertaining betting experience for racing fans across the country, and have undoubtedly gone the extra mile in giving customers market leading offers.”

Acting Director of Partnerships at The Jockey Club, Matt Powell, said: “We are delighted to announce this new partnership and what better way to start it off than with the BetMGM County Hurdle, one of the most competitive contests staged during The Cheltenham Festival. This is very much the start of what we expect to be a strong and enduring partnership between BetMGM and The Jockey Club.”