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Sporty Group is Now The “Official Betting Partner” of LALIGA in Africa. Elias Gallego, VP of Media, Marketing, and Business Development at SportyBet, said: “This partnership represents a powerful alignment between SportyBet’s leadership in the African market and LALIGA’s immense potential to grow its footprint across the continent. By leveraging our deep understanding of the African audience, we’re confident that together we can elevate the fan experience, fuel the passion for football, and drive unprecedented growth for LALIGA and SportyBet in this vibrant region.” Jorge de la Vega, Executive General Manager of LALIGA, said: “Partnering with SportyBet is an exciting milestone for LALIGA as we continue to expand our global footprint, particularly in Africa. This collaboration not only brings LALIGA closer to millions of passionate football fans across the continent but also underscores our commitment to delivering world-class football experiences to diverse audiences. Together with SportyBet, we aim to create new opportunities for engagement, inspire the next generation of football enthusiasts, and celebrate the shared love of the beautiful game.” #sportybet #laliga #africa #igamingafrica https://lnkd.in/dvwCsMwJ

Only One Week Left for Two Major Gaming Industry Summits in Vienna–Lottery CX Summit & iGaming DACH Summit 2024. Vienna, Austria, is set to host two of the gaming industry’s most significant events next week, bringing together top professionals from the lottery and iGaming sectors. The Lottery CX Summit 2024 and the iGaming DACH Summit 2024 will take place from 1 – 2 October 2024 at The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna, Austria in the heart of the city, offering invaluable opportunities for knowledge exchange, networking, and exploring the future of these rapidly evolving industries. Lottery CX Summit 2024 – Unveiling the Future of Lotteries Hosted at a landmark venue in Vienna, the Lottery CX Summit 2024 will focus on helping lotteries stay relevant in an increasingly competitive market. Key Highlights: Anders Kristoffer Holst, CEO of Varelotteriet, will explore innovative approaches to retaining loyal customers while appealing to new, younger audiences. Bo Flindt Jørgensen, CEO of Landbrugslotteriet, will deliver a keynote address on the lessons learned from 20 years of competitive market experience, including successful product launches. Lancelot Chardonnet, Founder of Random.win, will discuss the blockchain’s role in lotteries and the future of randomness in gaming. Michael Auer, Director of Neccton, will provide insights on how AI is transforming online gambling behaviour prediction and its implications for the lottery industry. Register now to secure your seat: https://lnkd.in/gbMGG_Gg iGaming DACH Summit 2024 – Transforming Digital Entertainment in the DACH Region Running concurrently with the Lottery CX Summit, the iGaming DACH Summit 2024, this summit is a crucial platform for industry leaders to discuss the unique regulatory, marketing, and technological challenges facing the iGaming industry in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Key Highlights: Dr. Christian Rapani, Attorney at Law, will lead an essential panel discussion on Austria’s evolving casino regulations and what they mean for the region’s operators. Francesco Postiglione, CEO of Casumo, will moderate a session on the future of gaming regulations in Germany and how the industry is preparing for the coming years. Eberhard Dürrschmid, CEO of Golden Whale Productions, and Robert Lenzhofer, CEO & Co-Founder of hinterzimmer.io RGS.io, will delve into how AI is revolutionising data analysis and streaming services in iGaming. Thomas Wendt, Co-Founder of Apparat Gaming, will provide insights on overcoming localisation challenges in game development, specifically for the DACH market. Online registration will be closing on 30 September 2024. To register, visit: https://lnkd.in/d5eAceHZ Read more >> https://lnkd.in/d8-cfngw

Play'n GO Partners with Betika to Expand Gaming Content Across Africa. Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, is thrilled to announce a landmark partnership with prominent Kenyan operator Betika. This exciting collaboration marks a significant milestone in expanding Play’n GO’s exceptional gaming content throughout Africa. Magnus Olsson, Chief Commercial Officer at Play’n GO said: “We’re very excited to announce this partnership with Betika, which gives us entry into several new markets for Play’n GO. Betika are one of the leading operators across the entire African continent, and joining forces with an operator of their experience and gravitas is a wonderful opportunity for our business. Betika share our goal of a regulated, sustainable industry, and this announcement marks the beginning of what we believe will be a highly successful partnership.” Peter Stagles, Head of Gaming, Betika said: “Partnering with Play’n GO is a significant step forward for Betika. Play’n GO’s impressive lineup of games is the perfect complement to our platform, and we are confident that this collaboration will set new standards in the African gaming industry. We look forward to working together to deliver exceptional entertainment to our players. This collaboration is expected to bring enhanced gaming opportunities and excitement to players across Africa, marking a new chapter in the continent’s rapidly evolving gaming sector.” https://lnkd.in/dJFgnJub

Playtech Partners With Betway Group to Launch its Casino and Live Casino Products in South Africa. Playtech has announced the introduction of its suite of casino and live casino products with Betway in South Africa. Diane Crookes, Senior Commercial Director at Playtech, said: “Betway is a brand renowned for delivering an excellent player experience internationally and we are thrilled to extend our successful partnership into the South African market. Our collaborations in multiple key markets have been incredibly successful, and we are confident that South Africa will be no exception. We are confident that Playtech’s innovative products and services will enhance Betway’s player experience even further and we look forward to our continued partnership.” Phillip Superamonien, Betway Country Manager for South Africa, said: “We are delighted to grow our partnership with Playtech into South Africa. Our already successful partnerships in various markets have provided our players with Playtech’s top-tier gaming content and our superior user experience makes this partnership a perfect fit. We are excited to bring Playtech’s renowned casino and live casino products to our South African customers, expanding our existing suite of games to provide new, exciting, and engaging gaming experiences within a safe and secure environment.” https://lnkd.in/dN_zYKNN

Checkd Dev Expands Smart Acca Product to Africa in Partnership with 888AFRICA. Sports betting technology specialist Checkd Dev, part of award-winning Checkd Group, have expanded their Smart Acca product distribution, with their first launch in Africa, working with 888Africa. Checkd Commercial Director, Andrew Grimshaw said: “We’re delighted to expand on our established UK Tier 1 Operator client base by working with such an experienced team like 888 Africa. “As part of the first phase of roll out, the Smart ACCA product for Angola has been translated into Portuguese, with full translation capabilities there’s clearly further opportunity to deliver this into other betting territories.” 888Africa’s Trading Director, Ian Marmion said: “Working with Checkd has been a pleasure and their innovative product aligns well with brand values that we feel are vital in terms of offering best odds and potentially life changing betting opportunities at ease for our growing recreational customer base.” #888africa #checkd #africa https://lnkd.in/ds-5Ba3b

Gregory Penkov Appointed as Chief Revenue Officer at Blask “We are thrilled to welcome Greg to the Blask team,” said Max T., CEO of Blask. “His proven track record in building high-performing sales teams and driving significant revenue growth in the iGaming sector makes him the ideal person to lead our commercial strategy as we continue to expand our global footprint.” https://lnkd.in/d42c7V2t

BetGames Partners with 10bet to Bring Live Dealer Games to South Africa. James Everett, VP for Africa and LatAm at BetGames, said: “We are thrilled to embark on this exciting journey with 10bet South Africa. It is a highly respected brand in the global gaming industry and the partnership signifies a significant milestone for us. “By combining BetGames’ innovative content with 10bet’s established presence and customer base in South Africa, we aim to elevate the gaming experience for players and strengthen our position in the market.” Michelle Colborne, Marketing VP at 10bet South Africa, added: “We are thoroughly excited to partner with BetGames. Our commitment to delivering top-notch entertainment to passionate bettors in South Africa continues to grow stronger and we look forward to the exciting world of possibilities this new partnership will open for our players.” 10bet Africa https://lnkd.in/dtwVHyqZ #BetGames #10bet #Partnership #GamingIndustry #SouthAfrica #LiveDealer #RNG

African Esports Championship Set to Take Place in Casablanca From August 17th to 21st. International Esports Federation #IESF #AEC24 https://lnkd.in/d3FAz-qU

7777 gaming Partners with Palmsbet kenya Bet to Launch its Game Portfolio in Kenya. Speaking on this, Asya Raykova, Partnership Manager at 7777 gaming, said, “We are delighted to partner with Palms Bet Kenya and bring our innovative gaming portfolio to the Kenyan market. Our games are designed to deliver exceptional entertainment and engagement, and we are confident that they will resonate well with PalmsBet Kenya’s diverse player base.” Zhan Hadzhinikolov, Chief Casino Operations at Palms Bet Kenya also said, “Collaborating with 7777 gaming is a fantastic opportunity for us to enhance our gaming offerings. Their unique and captivating games align perfectly with our commitment to providing next level entertainment to our players. We look forward to a successful partnership and the positive reception of their games in Kenya.” https://lnkd.in/d85M7WCZ #iGaming #B2B #gameprovider #onlinegames #igamingafrica

Blaze Gaming’s Premium Games Now on ESOFTHALL LTD's Platform Owned by Digient Technologies Private Limited, Blaze Gaming has quickly garnered attention with its games, which are highly sought after by operators and players alike. The studio emphasizes quality over quantity, crafting each title with popular themes and a thoughtful mix of mechanics and bonus features. Notable titles include “Lost Treasures of Egypt” and “Eat Street.” Keith Goddard, CEO of Blaze Gaming, said: “This is a really great deal for Blaze Gaming and eSoftHall, offering huge benefits to us both. Our content has proved to be a hit with players because it delivers exciting experiences wrapped in perfectly executed themes that we know players like to engage with. It’s this type of content that platform providers such as eSoftHall want to offer to their partners." KONSTANTINOS Z. at eSoftHall, added: “We are always looking to add fresh content to our offering and in Blaze Gaming we have a studio that is pushing boundaries while at the same time delivering proven content that players want to play. “This has resulted in a well-balanced portfolio of slots, draw and table games plus an exciting new format that we know our operator partners will want to add to their lobbies.” https://lnkd.in/d2aC66pG