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GR8 Tech secures certificates for ‘top-notch security’

GR8 Tech secures certificates for ‘top-notch security’

GR8 Tech has secured a boost to its igaming operations by securing the PCIDSS v.4.0 and ISO 27001:2022 certifications, verifying best practice regarding payments. The Cyprus-based international technology provider asserted that the accreditations underpin its ability to safeguard sensitive data and ‘potential threats and vulnerabilities’. In the case of PCI DSS, the certificate states that GR8 Tech handles credit card …

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Kambi rebalances network in Q3 as new deals brighten future prospects 

SBC News Kambi rebalances network in Q3 as new deals brighten future prospects 

Kambi Group Plc has reaffirmed its long-term commercial prospects following strong Q3 trading in which it has secured transformative agreements with Svenska Spel and LiveScore Group. Publishing its Q3 2023 trading update, the Stockholm-listed sports betting technology group achieved corporate revenues of €42m, up 15% on Q3 2022 comparatives of €37m.  Headline growth was achieved despite Kambi registering a lower …

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William Hill makes ‘important power move’ with TrueLayer partnership

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William Hill has enhanced its payments processing capabilities by partnering with TrueLayer, an open banking platform. The bookmaker, one of the oldest in the UK and now part of the 888 Holdings international gaming group, will utilise TrueLayer’s payments product to offer instant pay-ins and payouts to its British customers. William Hill is aiming to strengthen of its overall customer …

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BetConstruct launches FastMedia to leave mark on streaming landscape

SBC News BetConstruct launches FastMedia to leave mark on streaming landscape

A year of innovation continues for BetConstruct as the company announced the launch of its latest product this week, marking an enhancement of its online streaming operations. The FastMedia over-the-top (OTT) streaming platform has been developed to meet the needs of both sports federations and ‘other streaming companies’ using customisation and platform creation in line with client goals. The platform …

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Continent 8 hires Kanter to lead C8 Comply unit

SBC News Continent 8 hires Kanter to lead C8 Comply unit

Continent 8 Technologies has announced the appointment of Jeremie Kanter as Director of Regulatory Affairs. The announcement positions Continent 8, a specialist provider of managed hosting, security, and connectivity solutions for the global igaming sector, in establishing its new C8 Comply division to be led by Kanter. An expert in the management of igaming operations and regulatory affairs, Kanter formerly …

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Kambi wins Svenska Spel ‘sportsbook diversification’ tender 

SBC News Kambi wins Svenska Spel ‘sportsbook diversification’ tender 

Kambi Group Plc has won an exclusive commercial tender to enhance and diversify the end-to-end sportsbook capabilities of Svenska Spel. Announced as a ‘major coup’ for the Stockholm-listed technology group, Kambi will power ‘Svenska Spel Oddset’, the flagship sportsbook brand of Sweden’s state-owned gambling and lotteries group. Svenska Spel has enlisted Kambi to supply all sportsbook-related provisions to deliver a …

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Entain closes Angstrom buy to bolster BetMGM US prospects 

SBC News Entain closes Angstrom buy to bolster BetMGM US prospects 

Entain Plc has announced the completion of its acquisition of Angstrom Sports to enhance the in-play sports betting capabilities of US joint-venture BetMGM. The deal, first announced on 17 July, will see Entain pay an initial consideration of £81m to acquire Angstrom, a dedicated specialist on sports modeling, forecasting and match analytics for all major US sports. Angstrom’s buyout is …

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Kambi secures Swedish renewal with ATG

SBC News Kambi secures Swedish renewal with ATG

Kambi Group Plc has renewed its multi-channel sportsbook supplier agreement with AB Trav och Galopp (ATG), Sweden’s horse racing and trotting monopoly. The Stockholm-listed technology group will continue to provide ATG with its comprehensive end-to-end sportsbook solution, inclusive of AI-powered trading systems. This Swedish partnership, active since 2018, has allowed Kambi to deliver customised trading solutions for ATG’s retail network …

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OpenBet enhances Vixio partnership for optimal intelligence

SBC News OpenBet enhances Vixio partnership for optimal intelligence

OpenBet has deepened its relationship with Vixio Regulatory Intelligence to optimise the compliance capacity of its technology units operating across 44 jurisdictions globally.  Cited as a key partnership, OpenBet will continue to utilise Vixio’s intelligence tools and market monitoring resources to ensure its tech platforms and systems are compliant across all corresponding markets. The renewal follows the support of Vixio’s …

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von Rosen eyes Dubai launch of $1bn lotto jackpot

SBC News von Rosen eyes Dubai launch of $1bn lotto jackpot

Lottoland founder David von Rosen has declared his ambitious goal to break all global lottery records by launching the first ever $1bn lotto jackpot.  Setting his sights on delivering the lottery’s ‘first guaranteed billionaire jackpot’, von Rosen, who founded Lottoland in 2013, has established his yet-to-be-announced lottery venture in Dubai.  The announcement comes after the UAE officially established a General …

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