Billed as a “fun, fast and fair cryptocurrency and fiat sportsbook,” Sportsbet.io, a brand operated by Yolo Group, quickly set about carving its own path through a saturated environment following its establishment eight years ago. Despite a swift and widespread embrace of sporting partnerships to gain traction across strategically targeted jurisdictions, to utilising digital currencies to appeal to a new …
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Nestled on the coast of the Baltic Sea, the picturesque and medieval influenced city of Tallinn was the recent setting as SBC News gathered with various figures of the Yolo Group to witness the lid being lifted on various aspects of the business. Across an action packed two days, comprising an eye opening partners event, sneak peak of the luxury …
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As Africa’s gaming sector continues to grow, the focus on smooth and seamless settlements for the region’s gaming businesses also increases. This is where companies like Quidax come into place. The firm explains how it uses its highly-innovative OTC Desk solution to foster long-term operational endurance. Estimated at US$2.14bn in 2024, the African gaming market is projected to reach …
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In its latest push to engage with young and digitally engaged betting audiences, Rivalry has announced the upcoming launch of its ‘Rivalry Token’ cryptocurrency asset. The Canadian-headquartered international betting group, which operates with a specialist focus on esports but also offers sports and casino gaming services, plans to take its new token live in H2 2024. Rivalry customers will be …
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iGP is gearing up to enter the crypto sector as the provider unveiled its upcoming tailored solutions for operators, as well as fiat currency. Launching its ‘Road to Lisbon’ campaign at SBC Summit Rio this week, the company looks to promote its new cryptocurrency solutions which will launch later this year, which aim to assist entrepreneurs and established businesses to …
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GamCare is spreading awareness of the links between cryptocurrency investment and the betting and financial harms that it may cause. The problem gambling charity commissioned a research project from YouGov that examines investments made by the UK public. A survey of 4,200 adults found that 40% of people lost money on cryptocurrency, in comparison to 34% who made financial gain. …
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Vave has announced a partnership with Judd Trump MBE who joins the crypto betting brand as its new global brand ambassador. The snooker legend – who is one of only 11 players in the history of the sport to have completed the Triple Crown – will work with the operator as it continues to expand its global marketing efforts. A …
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In the wake of crises and controversy shaking up the world of global cryptocurrency trading, Fabio Panetta, a member of the European Central Bank’s (ECB) Executive Board, has called for greater oversight. In a blog post published today on the ECB’s website, Panetta argued that recent developments have heightened the need for greater regulation of cryptocurrency in a number of …
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All the world’s a stage, a certain playwright once famously penned down, and in contemporary society, the FIFA World Cup is arguably one of the biggest. This viewpoint was not lost on Varun Sudhakar, CEO and Co-Founder of BetDEX Labs, who outlined how such tournaments can provide a strong PR boost to crypto-betting firms, and other actors in the wider …
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Albert Climent, Head of Africa at Yolo Group, discusses how innovative approaches and a crypto-first strategy is helping the operator lead the crypto entertainment revolution. Over the last few months, Sportsbet.io and Bitcasino have welcomed to the team a series of high profile global brand ambassadors from Africa, as we look to expand our footprint not only as the crypto …
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