NEW YORK (Feb. 10, 2021) – The Professional Fighters League (PFL), the fastest growing and most innovative sports league in the world, today announced that established sports industry executive, Jon Tuck, will join the company’s executive team as Chief Revenue Officer. In his new role, Tuck will spearhead global sponsorship, media sales and licensing businesses.
Tuck is a highly accomplished executive with more than 20 years of experience leading business development, digital content and monetization. He has held executive roles at Immortals Gaming Club, Sports Illustrated and NASCAR, where he served as Chief Revenue Officer, reinventing its sponsorship model and go-to market strategy.
“I’m thrilled to be joining such an innovative and forward thinking organization such as the Professional Fighters League,” said Tuck. “The PFL has secured the No. 2 global position in MMA and reimagined the sport. I’m looking forward to bringing my experience, relationships and insights to a league that is a constant pioneer in the sports space. I can’t wait to get to work. I’m excited about connecting major global blue-chip brands to the PFL’s young, diverse and passionate fanbase.”
As RB88 rebrands to JBO, the Spanish football club and the leading Asian sportsbook operator continue well-established co-operation between both entities.
10th February 2021 – Real Betis Balompié began a well-established relationship with the betting brand RB88 back in August 2019. Now, though, after an initial year of successful partnership, the operator of RB88 has modified its strategy, deciding instead to focus on its flagship JBO brand.
JBO (Just Bet Online) is the leading Asian Sportsbook operator, which has accordingly become the Spanish football club’s Regional Partner in Asia for the balance of the existing multi-year deal.
JBO is operated by the same company as RB88, and will naturally supersede the latter brand. It has been decided to change the strategy and to continue growing this co-operation between both entities under the JBO brand.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the U.K. online gambling market, SlotsHawk.com has launched with the intention of providing as safe a space as possible for U.K. slots players as possible.
Sharing more details about their guide to U.K. slot sites, the creators told Calvin Ayre that they are currently reaching out to safe gambling groups and advocators to “offer them the opportunity to write unrestricted guest news posts on SlotsHawk“ and they will “only promote casinos that offer a reliable and fair experience to U.K. slots players.”
Promoting Only Safe UK Slot Websites
The U.K. government is expected to make wide sweeping changes to the U.K. gambling market once the call for evidence ends on March 31 2020. Earlier this week, the UKGC announced that all casinos offering their services to U.K. players must remove the autoplay features from their online slot games. The small team behind SlotsHawk believe that a safer gambling space is not something that affiliates should be afraid of.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the U.K. online gambling market, SlotsHawk.com has launched with the intention of providing as safe a space as possible for U.K. slots players as possible.
Sharing more details about their guide to U.K. slot sites, the creators told Calvin Ayre that they are currently reaching out to safe gambling groups and advocators to “offer them the opportunity to write unrestricted guest news posts on SlotsHawk“ and they will “only promote casinos that offer a reliable and fair experience to U.K. slots players.”
Promoting Only Safe UK Slot Websites
The U.K. government is expected to make wide sweeping changes to the U.K. gambling market once the call for evidence ends on March 31 2020. Earlier this week, the UKGC announced that all casinos offering their services to U.K. players must remove the autoplay features from their online slot games. The small team behind SlotsHawk believe that a safer gambling space is not something that affiliates should be afraid of.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the U.K. online gambling market, SlotsHawk.com has launched with the intention of providing as safe a space as possible for U.K. slots players as possible.
Sharing more details about their guide to U.K. slot sites, the creators told Calvin Ayre that they are currently reaching out to safe gambling groups and advocators to “offer them the opportunity to write unrestricted guest news posts on SlotsHawk“ and they will “only promote casinos that offer a reliable and fair experience to U.K. slots players.”
Promoting Only Safe UK Slot Websites
The U.K. government is expected to make wide sweeping changes to the U.K. gambling market once the call for evidence ends on March 31 2020. Earlier this week, the UKGC announced that all casinos offering their services to U.K. players must remove the autoplay features from their online slot games. The small team behind SlotsHawk believe that a safer gambling space is not something that affiliates should be afraid of.
Griffon Casino opens initially to Finnish players and is the first adventure-based pure Pay N Play online casino in FinlandCreated In-house, Griffon Casino is a unique, all mobile product that includes the most advanced engagement tools the industry has seenThe new Finnish site is the first Pay N Play offering from Karamba, with big plans to expand across the Nordics in 2021
Karamba, the B2C division of Aspire Global, has launched its first pure Pay N Play casino. Griffon Casino has been launched today around the world but initially as a pure Pay N Play exclusively in Finland.
Griffon provides world class mobile entertainment, with a fast-loading site, refined search and resume play functions, and many adventurous promotions that bring players even closer to their favourite games for valued rewards.
The new state-of-the-art site has been built specifically to enable the benefits of Trustly, the leading global payments provider. This partnership delivers an extensive range of payment services, industry-leading KYC, enhanced fraud protection, and a frictionless gaming experience. As a platform custom-built from the ground-up, Griffon integrates the best technology and products in the market today, with no legacy systems to negatively impact a player’s experience.
On April 27, Moscow InterContinental hotel will host Russian Gaming Week 2021 conference. Event will be organized by Smile-Expo.
Event is intended to consolidate the gambling community in Russia and bring together outstanding experts in different areas of gambling business to discuss current prospects for market development.
Specialists will focus on aspects of legal regulation in the field of gambling, online marketing tools and ways to attract customers.
Introducing the first six speakers of Russian Gaming Week 2021
Entering its 7th hard-hitting season, The American 7s Football League (A7FL®), pioneering no-helmets, no-pads, full contact tackle football, continues to make significant strides on the national stage with the announcement of its appointment of sports industry experts SeventySix Capital Sports Advisory to explore new opportunities for the league’s media rights.
“The A7FL has built a huge grassroots following of football fans across the country,” remarked A7FL Co-Founder and CEO Sener Korkusuz, “As the league expands in 2021 to Florida and Southern California, we want to build on the cutting edge distribution partnerships we have to showcase our unique brand of football and our star athletes to an even wider audience.” Last season, the A7FL was available on Facebook Watch, Twitch, Eleven Sports (satellite and cable) and via WAVE.tv with widely distributed video clips from ESPN’s SportsCenter, Barstool Sports and many other outlets.
“As the major sports leagues look to reach Millennial and Gen-Z fans, the A7FL has consistently captured 18 to 34 year-olds as its core audience.”, said SeventySix Capital Sports Advisory President Dan Bravato, “We think there is a great deal of potential for this property and are excited to be working with them on distribution.”
The two organizations will work together to search for media distribution partners across the global sports landscape. SeventySix Capital Sports Advisory will see their media division lead the project. The team will bring their network and extensive experience to the A7FL in shaping their media strategy and lead conversations in the marketplace.
The league’s signature 7-on-7 format features players competing without helmets and pads, maintaining the exciting and hard-hitting elements of American football while demonstrating amazing athleticism. “It’s the way many of us learned to play in our backyards,” says David Isaacs, UFC® Co-Founder and A7FL Advisory Board Chair David Isaacs. “Removing the equipment actually makes the game safer but also takes the action to another level with great games and tremendous highlights from players looking to get their shot.”
The upcoming 2021 season will feature 2020 Champion the Patterson U looking to defend its title against a recently expanded league, with 4 divisions and a total of 32 teams across 4 states (California, Florida, Maryland, and New Jersey). Play starts on April 11, 2021, with the regular season and playoffs culminating in the National Championship slated for Sunday July 18.
Affiliate software provider PartnerMatrix publishes the Top Affiliates Networks Report 2021, an in-depth analysis of the most popular and trustworthy affiliate networks and media within the iGaming space. The report gives casino and sportsbook operators a full view on affiliate media, allowing them to find and initiate partnerships with relevant affiliates.
The Top Affiliates Network Report helps operators answer essential questions such as:
Which are the most popular iGaming affiliate platforms?How to find the perfect match for your brand’s needs?How can operators assess the potential of affiliate networks?What types of traffic and activity can you expect?
Affiliate software provider PartnerMatrix publishes the Top Affiliates Networks Report 2021, an in-depth analysis of the most popular and trustworthy affiliate networks and media within the iGaming space. The report gives casino and sportsbook operators a full view on affiliate media, allowing them to find and initiate partnerships with relevant affiliates.
The Top Affiliates Network Report helps operators answer essential questions such as:
Which are the most popular iGaming affiliate platforms?How to find the perfect match for your brand’s needs?How can operators assess the potential of affiliate networks?What types of traffic and activity can you expect?
CALGARY/ISLE OF MAN, February 8, 2021 – Real Luck Group Ltd. (TSX.V: LUCK) (the “Company”) and its subsidiary companies doing business as “Luckbox” (the “Group”), a provider of legal, real money esports betting, is pleased to announce that Thomas Rosander has been appointed as Chief Customer Officer (CCO).
Mr. Rosander is an experienced igaming executive whose former positions include Chief Executive Officer of Dunder Casino, Chief Product Officer at Mr Green Online Casino, and Section Head Business Intelligence at bwin. Mr. Rosander was also Engagement Director and Business Intelligence Director at game developer Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA).
“Having a CCO like Thomas, who has the industry experience and relationships is crucial as Luckbox executes on its customer acquisition strategy,” commented Quentin Martin, CEO at Real Luck Group Ltd. “The Luckbox team comprises a mix of igaming and esports experience and Thomas fits in perfectly with that ethos, as his resume will testify. We have big plans for growth in 2021 and beyond, and Thomas will play a leading role in helping us deliver on our targets. This is a key role in growing our business and I am delighted to have someone of Thomas’s caliber on board.”
Mr Rosander said: “Luckbox is one of the most exciting companies in the igaming space and I am thrilled to be joining the team. The rapid growth and huge potential of esports betting is well documented and I am looking forward to working with the team and using my skills and experience to ensure Luckbox is at the forefront of this exciting industry.”
Over 1,000 already registered for virtual February 11th Q1 Meetup
Tuesday, 09th February 2021: European Gaming, Central and Eastern Europe’s leading betting and gaming media platform, is bringing together the brightest minds from the European continent for its upcoming Q1 Meetup.
The virtual conference takes place on February 11th from 9.30am CET and has already topped the 1,000-registration mark. Featuring a host of high-profile speakers from across Europe, CIS and the Balkans, special panel discussions are scheduled on the influence of politics on regulation and new markets.
In two of the panels, participants will be able to interact with the speakers and add their own opinions on the pressing issues through European Gaming’s cutting-edge conference platform technology.
Gaming industry training leader iGaming Academy has partnered with the Canadian Gaming Association (CGA) to offer up-to-date compliance and product training across Canada via the CGA Academy.
As part of its commitment to expand services to the Canadian gaming industry, the CGA has partnered with the iGaming Academy to launch a full online training solution, including up-to-date compliance and skills training courses and a robust Learning Management System (LMS), all specialized for the gaming industry. The CGA has been planning this expansion into training for some time as part of its mandate and has chosen to partner with the iGaming Academy because of their focus on up-to-date content, customized solutions, and superior services.
iGaming Academy, part of The Conexus Group, currently trains over 40,000 professionals every year across 100+ companies in 45+ countries. The company specializes in industry-specific compliance and product eLearning and has extensive experience training professionals of all levels within online gaming, land-based casinos, lotteries, and betting shops.
This new collaboration will ensure that gaming companies in Canada are able to easily access high quality, regulator-approved training content year-round. Training will be available in an interactive online format, and companies will have the option to create their own bespoke online learning portal from the ground up, with the ability to customise course selection, training variables and assign, track and easily report on employee progress.
DENVER – February 5, 2020 – BitBoss, the Denver-based iGaming technology developer, today announces that it has completed an integration for its market-leading blockchain-based casino application with DotWallet, the popular China-based Bitcoin SV-powered digital currency wallet and application ecosystem. As a result of the integration, the more than 1 million-strong userbase of DotWallet will gain native access to the BitBoss iGaming platform, which is now available for download from the DotWallet App Centre.
BitBoss have established themselves as a market-leading developer in the iGaming space, leveraging blockchain technology to bring innovative new products to market that facilitate provably fair gaming, coupled with the ease and transparency of a public digital ledger. The gaming technology company has created the first provably fair Bitcoin SV-based iGaming platform, which includes slot machines, poker, blackjack, roulette and baccarat.
All games offered by BitBoss are powered by Bitcoin SV, with every bet, decision and result – including all associated payments – intertwined and recorded as a series of transactions on its blockchain. All game data is uploaded in real-time to blockchain tracking service whatsonchain.com, enabling players at any time to verify on the public Bitcoin SV blockchain that the game was conducted fairly and under the agreed terms – establishing trust between player and operator.
The iGaming experience for DotWallet users on the BitBoss platform is completely integrated, with players wagering funds and receiving pay-outs directly to-and-from their DotWallet, embedding an additional layer of trust by eliminating the need to deposit funds onto a third-party platform. Winnings are distributed immediately after each game, a unique feature enabled by the speed and efficiency of Bitcoin SV.
Entain plc (“Entain”:ENT.L) and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) today announced a new, groundbreaking partnership to launch the Women’s Innovation Igniter. The first-of-its-kind academic, technology, innovation and mentoring program is designed to provide UNLV undergraduate and graduate women with a pathway toward successful careers in the sports betting, gaming, and technology industries.
Entain is the global sports betting and gaming entertainment operator which jointly owns, with MGM Resorts International, BetMGM in the United States. Entain leads the betting and gaming industry through its industry leading proprietary technology that also provides the engine for the roll-out of BetMGM.
Through the Women’s Innovation Igniter initiative, Entain and UNLV will recruit, mentor, support and introduce talented women to the industry and design more inclusive working environments in historically male-dominated fields.
The program will be housed at the Harry Reid Research and Technology Park, a unique innovation building featuring a state-of-the-art laboratory with an esports arena, virtual reality studio and more. The curriculum will include practical, hands-on experiences, internships, and mentoring from top executives in the industry, as well as providing the support and resources needed to bring innovations and designs to life.
In partnership with Entain and UNLV, The Women’s Innovation Igniter project will be led by Jan Jones Blackhurst, Chief Executive in Residence, International Gaming Institute and Robert Rippee, Ph.D., Executive Director, Innovation Hub. The program is set to launch in August 2021 with about 20 women in the initial class.
“Entain is the ideal partner to help us bring this groundbreaking program to life,” said Jan Jones Blackhurst. “As a leader in online sports betting and gaming, Entain will help us showcase the myriad of opportunities available in these professional fields, further develop our curriculum, and help women see career pathways in a technology led industry where they are not always well-represented.”
Last month, Entain named Jette Nygaard-Andersen its CEO, marking her out as one of the highest profile female executives in the sports betting industry. Teaming up with UNLV on The Women’s Innovation Igniter gives Entain the opportunity to continue to set precedents in the sports betting, gaming, and technology industries, and help ensure commercial success with talented women in key roles.
“We are honored to be a part of such an inspiring and pioneering program with UNLV,” said Jette Nygaard-Andersen. “Women can face many obstacles in getting traction in careers that are often or traditionally male dominated. This program will encourage women to aspire for careers they previously may not have considered, and it provides the hands-on experience they need to make the sports betting, gaming, and technology industries more inclusive.”
Entain intends to open an office at The Harry Reid Research and Technology Park with employees that will include engineers as well as software and gaming developers. Entain will seek opportunities to mentor, as well as create internships and jobs for some of these young women following the program, not just at Entain, but also with other leading companies throughout the industry.
UNLV’s Harry Reid Research and Technology Park was unveiled in 2020 and provides students the resources and skills needed to accelerate the introduction of new concepts into the gaming and hospitality market, and spur creativity and entrepreneurship overall.
Affilka, an Affiliate Marketing Platform developed by SoftSwiss, has concluded a deal with a third-party casino WildTokyo Casino.
A newly launched Affiliate Program “AffRepublic“, provided by WildTokyo Casino, will run on Affilka, enabling its users with a combination of security and all the necessary functionality for efficient workflow and partner cooperation.
Affilka has already shown some amazing results working with a variety of brands operating on the SoftSwiss online casino platform. And now, it keeps on gaining momentum and actively expanding its third-party client portfolio. As in Q4 of 2020 alone, Affilka onboarded 4 new third-party clients and that is just the beginning.
Affilka is an affiliate marketing platform developed by SoftSwiss. A reliable, safe and trustworthy tool for iGaming operators to manage, track and analyze their affiliates and their marketing performance in real-time. The solution allows to unite several casinos or sportsbook brands and products under one referral program as well as offering automated payouts to affiliates via built-in payment processing methods, an advanced commission constructor, powerful reporting and in-depth analytics.
MSG Networks Inc. (NYSE: MSGN) today announced that it will launch a new, free-to-play app – MSG Networks Pick ‘Em – developed in partnership with Boom Sports, a leader in online sports-gaming technology. The new prediction gaming app, expected to be available on iOS and Android starting in March, will offer sports fans the chance to win cash prizes during Knicks, Rangers, Islanders, Devils, and Sabres games.
“MSG Networks is thrilled to partner with Boom Sports on our new free-to-play app. We’ve been offering trivia and pick’em games on our MSG GO streaming app since 2018 and have seen firsthand how interactive games can help increase viewer engagement – including how long and how often they tune in,” said Peter Tulloch, Senior Vice President, Digital Products and Distribution, MSG Networks. “MSG Networks Pick ‘Em will further deepen our connection with viewers, providing sports fans with a fun and, potentially, rewarding way to enjoy MSG Networks’ live coverage of their favorite sports teams, while providing MSG Networks with new revenue opportunities.”
“We are excited to be working with MSG Networks to create an app that will enrich the viewing experience, and also offer unique value in the form of user insights and a strategic digital asset,” said Greg Viverito, VP of Partnerships, Boom Sports. “We’re also a New York City-based company so we embraced the opportunity to create a product that adds to the fun of being a fan of New York sports teams.”
MSG Networks’ Pick ‘Em games will have a series of predictive questions rewarding fans with cash prizes for every basketball game, and for hockey games, the jackpot will be progressive.
MSG Networks Pick ‘Em is the latest example of MSG Networks’ commitment to innovation and creating engaging content for its viewers. MSG Networks is the first regional sports network (RSN) to announce a standalone app for free-to-play pick ‘em-style contests. In 2018, MSG Networks was the first RSN to integrate live stats and interactive games on its MSG GO streaming app, which encourages fans to play along with the actual game broadcast for a chance to win prizes.
The free-to-play app is expected to build off of engagement with the gaming fan that MSG Networks has cultivated over the past few seasons, starting with a daily-fantasy focused simulcast in 2018 and evolving to sports-betting focused programming blocks, short-form content acting as previews for the game, and the aforementioned fan contests on MSG GO.
MSG Networks’ exclusive coverage of the NBA’s New York Knicks, and the NHL’s New York Rangers, New York Islanders, New Jersey Devils and Buffalo Sabres can be seen on MSG, MSG+ and on the MSG GO streaming app for phones, tablets and computers. Official rules, scoring, prize and other information for MSG Networks Pick ‘Em will be available when the app launches.
RALEIGH, North Carolina – February 4, 2021 – FYX, a Raleigh-based eSports infrastructure and technology provider specialising in the development of blockchain-based solutions, today announces the upcoming launch of its flagship competitive eSports platform at fyxgaming.com.
FYX is a re-branded continuation of the blockchain-based eSports platform initially developed under the Kronoverse name and is presently in its final development phases ahead of a scheduled public launch later in 2021. The FYX platform leverages the unique characteristics of blockchain technology to power a competitive eSports experience like no other, with native cash matches and tournaments, verifiable game integrity, integrated betting and wagering functionalities, as well as new methods of monetisation for game developers.
The FYX platform has been built to be game engine-agnostic, with a range of integration options through an SDK and API available to developers of all sizes – from AAA studios right through to small indie developers – with no up-front implementation costs. Once integrated, developers are eligible to earn a share of all fees from paid competitions involving their game, as well as gain access to a suite of data and analytics information from gameplay.
Underpinning the FYX platform is the Bitcoin SV blockchain, which provides a massively scaled network capable of handling huge volumes of payment and data transaction throughput at a predictably low cost required by enterprise-grade blockchain applications. The Bitcoin SV blockchain will be used to verify player identity and facilitate instant tokenised fiat payments for FYX, with its public data ledger permanently storing individual match data in real-time – offering auditable game integrity and unlocking a host of unique new features, including on-demand replay and advanced data analytics.
4th February 2021 – XB Net, the leading provider of premium content for U.S. horse and greyhound racing, has announced its latest partnership with rising-star operator, CrossBet, an emerging force in Australian sports betting, to expand its international racing coverage.
The deal harnesses XB Net’s delivery of live pictures, data and betting services from a peerless network of over 50 North American tracks (approximately 90% of U.S. horse racing) enabling CrossBet to flexibly fill its programming schedule with a steady stream of rapid-cycle betting opportunities. This dynamic content is proven to drive digital “dwell” time for new and existing sports fans across the Australian operator’s proprietary and innovative mobile applications and betting interfaces.
CrossBet’s breakthrough sportsbook runs off unique data and pricing models, allowing customers to enjoy sophisticated and reactive odds, featuring competitive pricing on all sports, as evidenced by its highly-progressive international racing offering.
XB Net remains the proven pacesetter for live North American racing content, managing international rights, data, odds and live broadcast and video streaming on behalf of its growing global portfolio of partners. Channeling low-latency feeds from more than 2,500 meetings, showcasing over 25,000 races per year, North American racing is engaging more and more bettors as international operators look to provide a legitimate 24/7 for enhanced fan engagement, no matter the time of day.
Thursday 4th February 2021 – Betmotion, the leading Latin American gambling site dedicated to Sportsbook, Casino and Bingo games, has struck a sponsorship deal with Brazil’s Fluminense FC.
The sponsorship is for a 12-month period and kicked-off for Fluminense’ fixture with Bahia – a game that finished 1-0 and moved the club into 5th position in the table.
Betmotion’s brand logo will take pride of place on the famous Fluminense shirt as the ‘chest seal’. As part of the deal, Betmotion has created an exclusive page for Fluminense, where users who register with a promotional code for the club will be entitled to an exclusive bonus on their first deposit.
This latest sponsorship follows several significant deals that have seen Betmotion put pen to paper with legendary Brazilian footballer Cristiane, Brazil’s National Basketball League and UFC fighter Mackenzie Dern.
