17 May 2017 GPWA Times Newsletter

Rest in peace, GPWA Jim
It is with heavy hearts that we announce Jim Keith -- known as "GPWA Jim" on the forums -- passed away late last week. Jim joined our staff in December 2014 and has worked closely with many of the affiliate managers at the GPWA over the years. He was a regular attendee at affiliate conferences and was one of the original auditors for the APCW when the program was first put into place. Jim is survived by his wife, Amanda, and he was also a childhood friend of both Anthony and J. Todd. We ask you to join us in keeping them in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

The GPWA is pleased to welcome Fair Play Partners as a new sponsor. They are pleased to be helping our industry grow as members of our community.
APCW Perspectives: Another huge online gambling tax?
J. Todd covers Pennsylvania's potentially huge online gambling tax, the status of online poker in New York and MGM's entry into New Jersey.

Codeta becomes first to offer Evolution innovation
The live online casino has launched Evolution Gaming's Dream Catcher, a fast-paced game with wins of up to 500,000 euros.

Income Access launches program with GAIN Capital
The company's affiliate management platform will power the program covering GAIN Capital's City Index and Finspreads U.K. ahead of the integration of other brands.

Earn more on soccer bonuses at bet365 Sportsbook
Players can get up to 100% more on returns when placing accumulators on the Premier League, Champions League, Primera Liga, Bundesliga or Serie A.

Amaya appoints Chief Financial Officer
Brian Kyle, bringing over 25 years of senior financial and strategic planning experience, will officially start on 19 June.

Blueprint Gaming launches The Naked Gun online slot
Based on Paramount Pictures' movie, the 20-payline slot features iconic characters, high-quality graphics and four free spin game modes.

Spigo signs distribution agreement with Finnplay
Finnplay, a Finland-based platform provider, has integrated Spigo's catalog of games, including HTML5 slots and casual casino games.

Habanero showcases Panda Panda online slot
The provider's latest HTML5 slot release features 243 ways to win with a left-to-right or right-to-left paying feature.

Authentic Gaming completes NYX integration
Authentic Roulette, which allows land-based operators to live stream games to online players, has been made more easily accessible to the supplier's licensees.

NetEnt obtains Canadian supplier license
The company has received approval from the Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch to supply its products to the British Columbia Lottery Corporation.

IWG releases three Mayan-themed instant win games
Mayan Bonus, Mayan Treasures and Mayan Legends have been launched alongside a GBP 5k Mayan May Madness draw network promotion.



11-14 July 2017
Amsterdam Affiliate Conference
The Amsterdam Affiliate Conference is part of the iGaming Super Show and is expected to be a huge success, with over 3,200 delegates and 1,800 affiliates in attendance. This event mixes business with pleasure and is one you cannot afford to miss.

30 July-1 August, 2017
Affiliate Summit East
Affiliate Summit in New York will bring thousands of affiliates, networks, merchants, agencies and vendors together to meet, do business and learn industry practices.

3-5 October 2017
Global Gaming Expo (G2E)
G2E is the world's largest and premier gaming event, where gaming executives, buyers and industry professionals meet each fall in Las Vegas to conduct business. It's the most in-depth source of new products, networking, ideas and information on the planet. It takes place in the laboratory for the industry, Las Vegas, where you can see it in action and have fun doing it.