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Genius Sports Q2 growth helps lock positive cash flow target

SBC News Genius Sports Q2 growth helps lock positive cash flow target

Genius Sports has reaffirmed its confidence in achieving its corporate objective of “generating a positive cash flow in the full year of 2024.”  The NYSE sports data and media technology group “exceeds its corporate guidance,” as detailed by Q2 2024 accounts. Generating Q2 revenues of $95 million, Genius Sports outperforms its income target of $94 million, with period revenues up …

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Amelco to deliver ‘more advanced sports betting’ with Sporting Risk

SBC News Amelco to deliver ‘more advanced sports betting’ with Sporting Risk

Sporting Risk has announced a partnership with sports betting and platform provider Amelco. This deal is now in place to deliver an ‘even more advanced’ sports betting package to Amelco’s partners, with a tailored suite of services looking to expand the company’s presence in key markets including Europe, UK, South Africa and North America.  Brandon Walker, Head of Business Development …

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Genius Sports renews FootballDataCo contract to 2029

SBC News Genius Sports renews FootballDataCo contract to 2029

Genius Sports has unveiled in detail what’s in store for English and Scottish football as a result of its partnership with Football DataCo (FDC).  Having first partnered in 2019, both companies renewed their agreement earlier in March for at least until 2029, with Genius Sports retaining official data rights to the English Premier League, English Football League (EFL) and Scottish …

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StatsPerform unlocks audience targeting boost with OptaAI Studio

SBC News StatsPerform unlocks audience targeting boost with OptaAI Studio

StatsPerform has launched its new OptaAI Studio offering for media channels and sportsbooks looking to expand their reach through data-driven storytelling.  The latest solution is powered by AI and the Opta sports data engine that unlocks the sharing of engaging insights into thousands of games, teams and players.  OptaAI Studio includes Opta Search, which provides statistical research that can quickly …

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StarGames to sponsor Borussia Dortmund in new Bundesliga season

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German-based online gaming operator StarGames has signed a new sponsorship deal with Borussia Dortmund.  As a result of the deal, StarGames branding will feature across numerous digital surfaces at Signal Iduna Park, ensuring visibility to millions of fans of the eight-time German champions.  László Pados, Brand Manager at StarGames, commented on the deal: “We are honoured to team up with …

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Meridianbet renames Maltese FA Cup in three-year deal

SBC News Meridianbet renames Maltese FA Cup in three-year deal

Meridianbet has announced that it has been named the title sponsor of the Maltese FA Cup. Now officially rebranded as the Meridianbet FA Trophy, the deal aims to underscore the operator’s commitment to supporting local clubs and enhancing the football community in Malta, with an emphasis on ‘promoting national pride and unity’. Stefan Pavlovic, Director of Meridian Gaming Ltd, commented: …

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SBC Awards 2024 Shortlists Revealed

SBC News SBC Awards 2024 Shortlists Revealed

SBC has announced the shortlists for the 11th edition of the SBC Awards 2024, the first ceremony to take place in Lisbon, as part of the inaugural SBC Summit. This year’s shortlist, once again, highlights the outstanding achievements of leading operators, affiliates, and suppliers across all industry verticals, including payments, marketing, platform providers, and esports. The coveted awards ceremony will …

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