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Russia 2018: Digesting the draw

SBC News Russia 2018: Digesting the draw

As Friday’s draw concluded and the World Cup began to take shape, fans were left pondering a mouthwatering clash between Spain and Portugal, renewed optimism in the Three Lions and a slightly surreal tournament opener.   Gareth Southgate’s England were handed a favourable start to the tournament, taking on Tunisia and World Cup debutants Panama in the opening two games. …

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Suren Khachatryan – Digitain – World Cup expansion and beyond

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Multi-channel sports betting platform and technology provider Digitain has enjoyed a successful 2017, expanding into a number of new markets in addition to strengthening its sportsbook offering. With 2017 quickly drawing to a close however, Suren Khachatryan, CEO of the Armenian based firm, who are set to appear at both Betting on Football and Betting on Sports in 2018, has …

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Social betting platform SportKenya aims to conquer Africa

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Social betting technology developer Oddslife has entered the African market by taking its B2B social betting platform into Kenya with one of the continent’s largest sports betting affiliates. Launched in partnership with WinDrawWin.com and PredictZ.com and sponsored by local operator Betin.co.ke, www.SportKenya.co.ke will be launched in Kenya before moving into countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania and Uganda to create …

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Martin Wachter – Golden Race – Bridging the gap between the online and offline experience

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Golden Race, Gold Sponsor for the upcoming Betting on Sports conference (12-15 September), is a virtual sports provider which creates an authentic sports betting experience that customers can completely control, manage, and deliver to players across retail, online and mobile channels. Less than two weeks before the event, we spoke to Golden Race CEO Martin Wachter about the company’s new …

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One to watch: Sirplay continues global expansion

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Over recent months, Sirplay has continued to expand its presence across world betting markets. Following the signing of new, high-profile deals in Africa and Latin America, SBC caught up with Bart Esposito, CEO of the Malta-based sportsbook and online gaming group, who discussed the company’s plans for the remainder of 2017 and beyond. SBC: Could you provide a brief history …

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Bet9ja Nigeria partners with Income Access for marketing expansion

SBC News Bet9ja Nigeria partners with Income Access for marketing expansion

Nigerian licensed sports betting operator Bet9Ja has launched its new affiliate marketing programme in partnership with Income Access (Paysafe Group).  The bookmaker which acts as current title sponsor of the Nigeria National League (second professional tier of Nigerian football), seeks to expand its digital presence launching its partnership programme utilising Income Access’ marketing software. Tunji Meshioye, Bet9ja Marketing Manager, commented …

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Sirplay extends Nigerian market presence with ZenithBet

SBC News Sirplay extends Nigerian market presence with ZenithBet

Malta-based sportsbook and gaming software company Sirplay has extended its Nigerian market presence by signing a platform partnership with ZenithBet Limited. Having entered the Nigerian market over five years ago, Sirplay has provided its betting software to more than 40 bookmakers across the country. ZenithBet is a Nigerian operator licensed and regulated by the Lagos State Lottery Board, as well …

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Conference Overview – Sports Betting West Africa Summit 2017

SBC News Conference Overview - Sports Betting West Africa Summit 2017

The Sports Betting West Africa Summit (17-19 July) is a gathering place, a sales platform, a debating forum, and a social hub for the Western African gaming industry. Every year, representatives from all sectors of the sports betting industry from across West Africa converge upon a pristine destination of our choosing for this prestigious event. Gaming industry growth remains as …

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Sirplay eyes Nigeria expansion with BETABET2000

SBC News Sirplay eyes Nigeria expansion with BETABET2000

An industry platform and software supplier for developing markets, Sirplay has made another move in the Nigerian sports betting market in partnership with BetaBet2000. Informing the market, BetaBet2000 has switched its legacy betting solution to Sirplay’s modular platform, as it seeks to continue its Nigerian expansion within the coming months. Moving forward, BetaBet2000 has gained tailored online sports betting solution with access …

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Surebet247 boosts retail offering with Betradar virtuals

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Nigerian sports betting operator Surebet247 has targeted increased footfall across its retail stores after agreeing a deal with data services provider Betradar. Surebet247, which operates from over 4,000 stores across Nigeria, will be using the full suite of virtual gaming products from Betradar, a partner of more than 800 companies in over 80 countries. Sheriff Olaniyan, CEO of Surebet247, said: “We …

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