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Gaming and Leisure Properties Promotes Brandon Moore to Additional Role of President

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Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. announced the promotion of Chief Operating Officer, Brandon Moore, to the additional role of President, effective immediately. Mr. Moore will continue to report to the Company’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Peter Carlino.

“Brandon has played an instrumental role in all of GLPI’s growth and success since we established North America’s first gaming-focused real estate investment trust over ten years ago. With his strong legal background, experience in the gaming industry spanning fourteen years, his involvement in the tax-free spin which created GLPI, and over ten years of success as a leader in the REIT industry, I am delighted to have Brandon take on the role of President at GLPI,” said Peter Carlino.

“Brandon has been a key driver of the approach our excellent finance, accounting, development and legal teams take as they work closely with tenants and seek to identify and consummate new transactions for GLPI, while financing our growth with a prudent approach to capital allocation. I am confident that Brandon’s background, expertise and knowledge will remain highly valuable to GLPI as we continue to build the Company through new real estate and financing transactions, project development, and innovative structures with existing and prospective tenants.”

Brandon Moore joined GLPI near its inception in 2014 as Senior Vice President and General Counsel and previously served as Vice President, Senior Corporate Counsel at Penn National Gaming, Inc. (now PENN Entertainment Inc.) from February 2010 to 2014 where he was a senior member of the legal team responsible for a variety of transactional, regulatory and general legal matters. Prior to joining PENN Entertainment, Mr. Moore was Of Counsel to Ballard Spahr LLP, a Philadelphia based law firm where he provided advanced legal counsel to private and public clients on a wide variety of legal, compliance, and regulatory matters. He earned a B.S. in Finance with high distinction from Pennsylvania State University in 1996 and received his J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1999. Mr. Moore is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association.

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JACKPOT PARTY and Carnival Cruise Line Announce Daily Cruise Giveaway Partnership

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SciPlay, the social games division of Light & Wonder, and Carnival Cruise Line announced a collaboration to launch the “Daily Cruise Giveaway” sweepstakes. From July 21 through August 4, 2025, the social casino game owned and operated by SciPlay entitled JACKPOT PARTY is giving players the chance to win a Carnival Cruise Line voucher (valid for two guests) every single day.

This partnership unites two established entertainment brands, blending the popular and wildly fun gaming experience of JACKPOT PARTY with the real-world vacation experiences offered by Carnival Cruise Line. Players 21 and older can enter the sweepstakes by downloading the JACKPOT PARTY mobile app and registering through the in-game sweepstakes portal. No purchase is necessary to enter or win.

JACKPOT PARTY delivers authentic casino-floor excitement through its wildly popular free-to-play mobile game. With over 100 million global downloads, it consistently ranks among the top-grossing mobile apps, offering thrilling virtual slots experiences. Key features include JACKPOT PARTY’S collection of authentic slot machines, prominently featuring fan favorites like HUFF N’ EVEN MORE PUFF, DANCING DRUMS LINK TREASURE, and INVADERS ATTACK FROM THE PLANET MOOLAH. All in-game coins are virtual, and the game does not offer real money gambling and is for entertainment only, with in-app purchases.

“This sweepstakes is a way for us to offer additional value to our players and connect their in-game enjoyment with tangible real-world experiences. Collaborating with a brand like Carnival Cruise Line, known for delivering memorable vacations, allows us to extend the fun beyond the screen and onto a cruise ship,” said Noga Halperin, Chief Revenue Officer of SciPlay.

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PrizePicks Secures Gaming Licenses in Puerto Rico and Maine

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PrizePicks, the largest daily fantasy sports operator in North America, announced it has secured gaming licenses in both Puerto Rico and Maine, marking a major milestone in the operator’s continued growth. With this expansion, PrizePicks becomes the first daily fantasy sports operator to obtain a gaming license in Puerto Rico.

PrizePicks players can now access Arena in Maine, with Puerto Rico set to go live in the coming months. Following the launch, PrizePicks will be operational with its fantasy contests in 47 jurisdictions across the US.

“We’re grateful to the Puerto Rico Gaming Commission and the Maine Gambling Control Unit for their partnership and support throughout the licensure process. We’ve seen tremendous engagement with Arena across the country, and we’re confident that momentum will carry into these new jurisdictions,” said Adam Packer, Senior Vice President of Legal & Compliance at PrizePicks.

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AGLC Announces New Board Chair

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Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) has announced the appointment of Larry Spagnolo as the new Board Chair, effective August 15, 2025. This announcement follows the official Order in Council issued by the Alberta Government and marks a new chapter in AGLC’s ongoing commitment to support communities, encourage responsible choices and position Alberta as the best place to do business.

Larry brings a wealth of experience in technology and business leadership to the AGLC Board and will play an integral role in guiding AGLC’s strategic direction. He is currently serving as VP and GM of Emerson’s SaaS SCADA business and has held senior roles at Zedi and Telus, driving innovation, growth, and global success.

A strong advocate for education and community, Larry serves as Vice Chair of Athabasca University’s Board of Governors and has held board roles with NAIT and Polytechnics Canada. He was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for his community contributions.

AGLC and the Board of Directors extend their heartfelt thanks to Len Rhodes for his leadership and dedication as Board Chair since August 2019. He decided not to seek a third term and will continue to serve in this role until August 14, 2025. Len led AGLC through some significant milestones, including reducing red tape by 51%, growth of the emerging cannabis industry and ensuring AGLC delivered a balanced approach to business development, social responsibility, and regulatory oversight.

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