News
LeoVegas takes majority stake in CasinoGrounds

LeoVegas has acquired a 51% majority stake in GameGrounds United, owner of the Casino Grounds streaming network.
Under the agreement, LeoVegas will pay an initial SEK30m (€3m/$3.5m), with a potential maximum earn-out payment of SEK15m.
Casino Grounds live streams casino games via video-sharing platform YouTube and streaming service Twitch, serving as an active and social casino forum.
LeoVegas, which will make the acquisition through its LeoVentures subsidiary, expects to complete the transaction on January 1.
Gustaf Hagman, group chief executive of LeoVegas, said: “In Casino Grounds we see a new behaviour in which persons interested in casino are watching others play casino via YouTube and Twitch.
“Casino Grounds has created a new niche through its live streaming and social platform, which are highly appreciated by players.
“The combination of proprietary content and the moving picture format create exciting opportunities going forward and is in line with LeoVegas’ strategy to be an innovative and entrepreneur- driven company.”
The deal comes after LeoVegas last month completed its acquisition of Web Investments Limited, the company behind the Royal Panda gaming operator brand.
News
Slotsoo Launches New Proprietary Social Tournament Platform

The EU and slots focused casino affiliate Slotsoo.com joined the social casino craze in June 2024 when they launched their first social tournaments. Now, almost one year later, they are back in the headlines with a new proprietary social tournament platform.
Slotsoo social tournaments 2.0 launched its first real money tournaments last week on the 15th of May. The new format with fixed spins and fixed balance tournaments introduce a strategy element to slot gaming, making it more interactive and engaging for players. The new platform has been developed in-house and supports games from multiple providers – opening up the door for future expansion.
Innovation Inspired by Existing Greatness
Slotsoo’s talented team of developers have been busy in 2025 building the system and API for slot tournaments. In the press release, Markus Björk, Head Writer, presents the new platform to industry media. He emphasises that this is a type of incremental innovation:
“Slotsoo is not trying to reinvent the wheel, but instead we do improvements on already existing great ideas. For example, in 2023 we launched casino stories inspired by Instagram’s stories and last year we went live with smart user filtering of casino lists inspired by Amazon. The new tournament platform has also taken inspiration from other actors both inside and outside the iGaming industry.”
The main difference with Slotsoo tournament 2.0 from its predecessor is the multi-provider support, but the new system also brings strategy into slot gaming.
Introducing the Strategy Element to Slot Tournaments
Traditionally speaking, winning in slot machines has been purely a question of luck. Most slot tournaments give players a set amount of spins and they are not allowed to change the bet size, so they can only press the spin button and hope for the best.
Slotsoo’s new tournaments allow players to be strategic. Players can change the bet sizes and they can also choose if they want to use the bonus buy feature or not.
In fixed spins tournaments the money is also limited, just like in the fixed balance tournament. So players can choose to do just a few spins with max bet, or to keep the bet size on a level so that they can afford to play all spins before balance runs out.
Introducing the strategy element to the tournaments make them more interactive and engaging. The Slotsoo team hopes this will help attract the younger generations of adult casino players, who grew up playing video games. Markus Björk, Head Writerends by saying:
“Only a small percentage of humans enjoy playing 100% strategy-based games such as chess, and it’s the same with 100% luck-based games. The most popular games by the general public combine strategy and luck.”
Expanding with More Providers in the Future
The past year the casino affiliate has been focused on establishing partnerships with game providers and the team has attended several industry events for this reason, including the Mare Balticum Gaming and Tech Summit 2024. Slotsoo launched their first social tournaments last summer in cooperation with Pragmatic Play, one of their media partners. The team is really grateful to have been given this opportunity and gives the people at Pragmatic Play their warmest thanks.
Slotsoo’s new tournaments are not tied to a specific game provider. Instead, multiple providers can join the platform. Currently two game providers, Qora and Eurasian, have completed the integration and their games are now featured in the live tournaments. Markus Björk informs that there is no upper limit on how many providers can be connected simultaneously and that the team is actively working on getting more providers on board.
A mutually beneficial partnership is the goal. The Slotsoo tournaments reach players from all over Europe and is a good way for smaller providers to make players familiar with them. After all, people are more inclined to test new games when they don’t have to spend their own money – especially when there is real money to be won.
For Slotsoo, the hope is that the tournaments will help grow their brand and create a loyal fan base. Markus Björk says it is also a low threshold way for new people to try slots and potentially convert them into real casino players.
Game providers interested in joining Slotsoo’s tournament platform can reach out to [email protected] for more information.
Awards
ReferOn Receives Key Nomination at iGB Affiliate Awards 2025

ReferOn, a state-of-the-art affiliate management system, continues its positive momentum in 2025 with its recent nomination for the prestigious “Best Affiliate Management Platform” category at the upcoming iGB Affiliate Awards 2025.
The iGB Affiliate Awards is one of the biggest and most respected ceremonies in iGaming, gathering the industry’s brightest minds and influential figures. This year’s iteration of the event anticipates over 400 affiliates, programmes, and vendors for a night of celebration and networking.
ReferOn’s operational focus for 2025 has been on innovating and updating the platform to provide best-in-class tools and solutions for its users. The company has implemented multiple new features, such as the recent Payments Module overhaul to empower affiliates and operators by helping them maximise their campaigns. This dedication to excellence has established it as a frontrunner for the “Best Affiliate Management Platform” category.
David Harris, ReferOn’s Operations Lead, commented on the nomination, “This nomination for such a prestigious category demonstrates the ReferOn team’s hard work throughout the year. We’ve emphasised delivering the best possible solutions and services for our clients, including bolstering our customer support and implementing all-new tools. We look forward to attending the event and congratulate all our peers who have been shortlisted.”
The iGB Affiliate Awards will take place on July 3rd, 2025, at The Troxy, London. The ReferOn team will attend the ceremony and looks forward to connecting with industry peers and a night of celebration.
Awards
Casino Kings Celebrates Double Nomination at the AffPapa iGaming Awards 2025

Casino Kings, a top UK online casino and sportsbook, is proud to announce its nomination for two coveted categories at the AffPapa iGaming Awards 2025: Casino Operator of the Year and Bonus Offer of the Year. These nominations recognise Casino Kings’ ongoing excellence in delivering market-leading casino gameplay, innovative sports betting experiences, and outstanding promotional offers to its growing community of players.
AffPapa iGaming Awards – Recognising the Best in the Business
Now in its third edition, the AffPapa iGaming Awards celebrate top-tier performance across the online gambling industry, bringing together affiliates, operators, and B2B providers from around the globe. Organised by AffPapa, a leading affiliate network and iGaming directory, the awards highlight excellence in areas such as innovation, player satisfaction, partnership success, and marketing creativity.
. Winners will be officially announced at the much-anticipated awards ceremony on May 28, 2025.
Casino Kings: Where Rewards Reign Supreme
Built on a player-first philosophy, Casino Kings has quickly become a favourite among UK players. And this year’s bonus nomination came from some of its most exciting current offers:
- Bet £10, Get £35 in Free Bets – A must-try for sports fans.
- 150% Welcome Bonus up to £150 + 75 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza – One of the most generous welcome packages in the UK market.
- Deposit £10, Get £20 + 50 Free Spins – Perfect for new and returning players.
On top of these, players can always expect something new thanks to a steady stream of daily, weekly, and seasonal promotions. Whether it’s cashback on losses or VIP perks like exclusive bonuses and dedicated support, Casino Kings keeps loyalty at the heart of everything it does.
Committed to Excellence in Online Gaming
Fully licensed in the UK and loudly committed to responsible gambling, Casino Kings offers a secure, intuitive platform for casino and sports fans alike. With top providers like NetEnt, Pragmatic Play, and Evolution onboard, the game selection is second to none, whether you’re playing on desktop, mobile, or tablet.
“We’re incredibly honoured to be recognised by AffPapa this year,” said Daniel Shannon from Casino Kings. “These nominations are a testament to the hard work our team puts in every day to deliver an exceptional experience for our players. We’re super excited to be in the running, and grateful to our loyal community for their continued support.”
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