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Soft2Bet CEO Uri Poliavich Shortlisted for Executive of the Year at Global Gaming Awards 2024

January 16, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Soft2Bet, the rapidly expanding casino and sportsbook operator and platform provider, announced that CEO & Founder Uri Poliavich has been shortlisted in the Executive of the Year category at the Global Gaming Awards EMEA 2024.

Poliavich commented: “I am incredibly grateful to have been shortlisted for this award. This is a reflection of our tremendous accomplishments last year in product development and global expansion, as well as our team’s dedication to innovating and setting a higher standard as a visionary iGaming platform provider. I believe the gaming industry is at an inflection point, and I can’t wait to see where our team can go from here.”

Regarded as one of the most prestigious awards in the gaming industry, the Global Gaming Awards recognize and reward the strongest and most innovative performances of individuals and companies pushing the boundaries and helping the industry’s advancement. The Shortlist was decided after a rigorous process, and the winners will be selected by a panel of industry executives with KPMG independently adjudicating the entire voting process to ensure transparency and fairness.

Uri Poliavich’s exceptional leadership has been at the core of Soft2Bet’s innovative spirit since he first founded the company in 2016. With Uri at the helm, Soft2Bet has grown from a small team into a leading global B2B and B2C iGaming company and developed revolutionary new solutions, including the company’s new Motivational Engineering Gaming Application (MEGA). In the past year alone, Poliavich has led Soft2Bet’s expansion into seven new markets and tripled the company’s EBITDA through a clear strategic vision and by fostering a cohesive team culture focused on growth and innovation.

BGaming promises ‘futuristic and funky’ art collaboration at ICE London 2024

January 16, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Popular iGaming content producer BGaming is gearing up for ICE London 2024 with its first artist collaboration of the year, featuring futuristic work from one of the city’s veteran graffitists.

The award-winning studio has teamed up with British muralist Mr Cenz, whose electrifying interpretations of BGaming’s top game heroes, including Elvis Frog, Penny Pelican, Book of Cats, and Aztec Magic, will be on display at the BGaming’s booth as part of its fifth artistic collaboration.

As with each artistic alliance, Mr Cenz has offered a new take on the characters, this time going back to his roots by hand-drawing designs, spray painting them onto wooden panels in his studio and taking images to blend with the stand.

In addition to large-scale displays, Mr Cenz’s creations will appear on limited-edition merchandise and other gifts for BGaming’s partners.

The initiative, dubbed ‘When Art Meets Gaming’, is now in its second year, following successful displays at ICE London, iGB Live Amsterdam, SBC Summit Barcelona and SiGMA World Malta in 2023.

BGaming will also demonstrate its latest release, Aztec Clusters, which was developed with the help of streaming data insights of Casinolytics. The team will offer engaging activities to celebrate the new game, along with other interactive elements and demonstrations of its packed roadmap.

The rapidly expanding provider’s attendance at ICE London 2024 follows a hugely successful year, with a 95% boost in global gaming revenue (GGR), a string of award wins and entry into 10 new markets to name just a few achievements.

Marina Ostrovtsova, CEO at BGaming, said: “We are returning to ICE London this year as a bigger and better studio, excited by our huge growth in 2023.

“We remain committed to building creative experiences for our players and nothing demonstrates this better than our popular local artist collaborations. We have teamed up with Mr Cenz to design an energetic stand that we are sure will inspire partners old and new, and spark inspiring conversations for the year ahead.”

Graffiti artist, Mr Cenz, said: “It was a pleasure to work on this project. Interpreting the characters in my style was a big challenge, especially the animals and cacti. I’m used to painting in a more photorealistic way, but in this instance, I enjoyed going back to my graffiti roots and combining this with an illustrative approach.

“The characters were fun to paint, and I really enjoyed bringing them to life with my unique, futuristic and funky flow.”

You can find out more about BGaming’s artistic collaboration and its creative games at ICE London 2024 on Stand N8-120, between 6^th and 8^th February 2024.

BGaming is a fast-growing iGaming content provider converting gambling into gaming. Thanks to an expert team and a player-driven approach, the studio creates innovative and engaging products featured on reputable platforms and 1,000+ online casinos worldwide. BGaming is the world’s first to support cryptocurrencies and offer Provably Fair games. Today the brand’s portfolio includes 100+ products with HD graphics and a clear user interface for every device. The studio is also known for its brand exclusives created in partnerships with leading operators in the industry.

THE UNIT OPENS NEW OFFICE IN MOLDOVA

January 16, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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The leading product development and martech supplier taps into rich pool of tech talent in Moldovan capital Chișinău, significantly expanding its capabilities in the betting and casino software development industry

The Unit, a leader in nearshore product development for sports betting and igaming, has announced the expansion of its multinational office footprint in Moldova.

The 180 sq. m. offices, located in the heart of the capital city of Chișinău, will now be home to over 30 staff, who are driving The Unit’s multifaceted development work for digital sportsbook, casino and fan engagement to new heights.

The Chișinău offices, which are capitalizing on Moldova’s rich pool of tech talent on these state-of-the-art premises, are the latest demonstration of the premium The Unit places on sustained innovation and the scalable local talent that drives it. Much like neighbouring Ukraine and Romania, Moldova has quickly become a natural habitat for the industry, thanks to its deep well of educated, multilingual and tech-savvy workers.

Paddy Casey, Co-Founder at The Unit, said: “It’s very exciting to announce the opening of The Unit’s new office in Chișinău, where myself and some of the Irish-based team have just returned from cutting the ribbon with our new Moldovan colleagues!

“This strategic move aligns with our vision to tap into the rich pool of tech talent in Moldova, fostering innovation and expanding our capabilities in the betting and casino software development industry.

“We’re thrilled to plant another progressive flag in the sand for The Unit – and Chișinău was a logical choice as we expand our footprint. It’s a perfect match: a fantastic team in an environment that’s ideal for The Unit’s growth and trademark creativity.

“We view our new European office as another step in the evolution of our lofty ambitions within the industry to be the best and to work with the best. Moldova is an area of growing appeal, with a capital that boasts a strong trading tradition and a rich environment for young tech talent, which is already complementing our industry-leading experience.

“Our expansion into Moldova is our latest demonstration of our commitment to becoming the partner of choice throughout the industry.”

The Unit is a rapidly-growing team, with full-time staff already based in Ireland and Ukraine. The Moldovan offices will follow the successful model of its Ukrainian development hub, which boasts an abundance of technical resources that allows The Unit to deliver high ROI for its clients and partners in the betting, igaming and sports sectors.

With a broad range of existing international clients, The Unit is pitching its best-in-class product development capabilities across the globe.

Industry Leader Gavin Hamilton Assumes Role as Chairman at Rapidly Growing Slots Developer Octoplay

January 16, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Octoplay, the cutting-edge online casino slots development company, proudly announces the appointment of Gavin Hamilton (pictured) as Chairman, subject to regulatory approval.

Hamilton, formerly the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Red Tiger Gaming, brings a wealth of industry experience to Octoplay, marking his return to the B2B sector since departing from Evolution following its acquisition of NetEnt, which in turn bought Red Tiger Gaming in 2019.

Having held key roles including CEO for Red Tiger Gaming, Chief Operating Officer for NetEnt and Commercial Director for Evolution, Hamilton joins forces with some of his former colleagues at Octoplay to contribute to the rapid growth of one of the sector’s key challenger brands. His appointment is strategically aligned with Octoplay’s ambitious plans to make a significant impact in the United States market.

Carl Ejlertsson, CEO for Octoplay, expressed his enthusiasm for the role, stating, “As we embark on a transformative journey in 2024, Octoplay is poised for a pivotal year. Gavin’s invaluable experience in navigating the intricacies of scaling a business into diverse regulated markets will undoubtedly expedite our development.”

“I am thrilled to be joining Octoplay as Chairman,” Hamilton said. “I am impressed by what it has achieved in such a short period and am excited to be part of the delivery of the strategy going forward.”

In a market where establishing a new supplier presents unprecedented challenges, Hamilton emphasises the critical importance of a relentless focus on product and innovation. He commends Octoplay for embodying this principle, stating: “For Octoplay to have already secured partnerships with most of the world’s largest operators is a significant endorsement of its commitment to product excellence and innovation.”

As Octoplay looks forward to an exciting future, Hamilton’s strategic guidance is poised to play a crucial role in driving the company’s success.

The Best is Yet to Come in 2024 for ProgressPlay

January 16, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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2024 promises to be a flurry of activity for standalone platform and white-label provider ProgressPlay as the company goes from strength-to-strength, having just dispatched 2023 with a raft of innovations and upgrades to its EGR-shortlisted proprietary software.

Following a highly successful growth period in 2023, ProgressPlay aims to keep the momentum and the strategy focused on the latest business plan during its twelfth year of operations with a further improved technology infrastructure that has the company in the running for a place amongst the top-ten casino tech solutions providers in Europe 2024 recognition.

The exciting launch of an upgraded platform has already been tipped for success, being shortlisted by CIO Applications Europe.

ProgressPlay will be on the awards trail for 2024 and seeking additional formal recognition for the great strides made in the last couple of years. The platform has seen significant enhancements with a powerful real-time AI-driven proprietary flow tool for optimising the performance of an online casino in a dynamic data ecosystem.

Real-time player interaction provides compliance teams with the information to manage and interact with players, a feature that is highly differentiated within the marketplace and is experiencing a high-level of demand given the tightening international compliance environment.

The company will be on-the-road throughout the year attending major exhibitions to showcase its innovations and multitude of services to operators not yet within the cluster of over 150 who form part of ProgressPlay’s iGaming community.

“We started last year with a bang and we’re looking to leverage our strengths even further in 2024,” the Sales Manager for ProgressPlay, Marina Nahhas, said. “Our casino cluster has been built with patience and relentless investment, so in that sense 2024 will be more of the same.”

At the end of the year, the company boosted its sportsbook offering with the introduction of United Kingdom horse and dog racing, giving operators significant new market segments to target with their offerings.

ProgressPlay’s combo sportsbook and comprehensive turnkey solution including casino platform, player management, payments module and affiliate software, is designed to boost operators seeking to effectively drive both revenue and efficiency with the latest cutting-edge technology.

“Our plans for 2024 are to reap the rewards of the capacity-building exercise we started back in 2022 and launched to the market during 2023,” the Chief Executive Officer for ProgressPlay, Itai Loewenstein, said. “After a year of unprecedented commercial success, we feel even more committed to continuing to provide our operators and casinos with a superior world-class offering that pushes the boundaries within our industry.”

For further information visit www. ProgressPlay .com.

RubyPlay develops bespoke Immortal Ways title for South Africa’s LottoStar

January 15, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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RubyPlay, an innovative B2B iGaming development studio, has created a bespoke Immortal Ways title for operator partner LottoStar, its first in the South African market.

Immortal Ways LottoStar incorporates the operator’s branding to differentiate the popular game series from other releases and make it even more appealing to existing customers.

As in previous titles within the franchise, the gameplay presents players with 10,000 ways to win, using two Immortal Arrays across the second, third, fourth and fifth reels to heighten the excitement. Two bonus wheels lay at each side of the game’s grid, providing chances to land extra cash prizes, multipliers or one of four jackpot prizes if a Coin Wheel symbol lands during gameplay.

Immortal Ways LottoStar marks RubyPlay’s first bespoke game in South Africa. It follows the provider’s successful entry into the market with LottoStar in June 2023, with a remarkable 53 games going live since the deal was struck.

The release highlights RubyPlay’s commitment to significant growth within regulated markets in 2024. South Africa remains a key region for the provider, with expansion to Romania, Spain and more expected in the near future.

Dr. Eyal Loz, Chief Product Officer at RubyPlay, said: “We’ve seen outstanding success in terms of player engagement in South Africa with LottoStar, so we’re thrilled to be recognising that in the form of Immortal Ways LottoStar, a bespoke game exclusively for the operator.

“Our Immortal Ways series has been embraced by players across the globe, with several bespoke versions within the franchise, and we’re excited to keep that momentum going throughout the year. We’re confident that LottoStar’s player base will love this dynamic, multi-faceted title.

ZywOo Wins Counter Strike Player of the Year at the HLTV Award Show

January 15, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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The HLTV Award Show, presented by 1xBet, has awarded Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut the coveted Player of the Year award for a record-breaking third time. ZywOo, along with Team Vitality, who also won the Team of the Year award, have been a force to be reckoned with in 2023, having won the last-ever CS:GO Major in Paris. The French player also took home more accolades than anyone else this evening, winning AWPer of the Year and Highlight of the Year in the Panel Awards.

The HLTV Award Show, the most prestigious awards show in Counter Strike, has seen some of the best talent in Counter Strike recognised for their fantastic contributions to the sport and the community. This included Nigma Galaxy winning Women’s Team of the Year, the ever-popular Nikola “NiKo” Kovač winning Opener of the Year, and Danny “zonic” Sørensen for Coach of the Year. Robin “ropz” Kool also achieved his highest HLTV ranking this year by placing in the top three, and also taking home the Closer of the Year Award.

On display at the award show was HLTV’s first ever photo exhibition, consisting of 75 photos spanning the entire history of Counter Strike, carefully selected by HLTV journalist and photographer, Lucas Aznar Miles.

The top 20 players from the past year were also gifted custom keycaps, so that players can take them away and actively play with a piece of CS history, and was also featured on HLTV’s Instagram page.

These awards stand as a beacon of recognition for the outstanding achievements and contributions within the competitive Counter-Strike community. Now closing off its third edition, the HLTV Award Show is a curated program that showcases the pinnacle of skill, dedication, and sportsmanship in the world of Counter-Strike.

The winners for the HLTV Awards in each category are as follows:

Player of the Year

Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut

Women’s Player of the Year

Ana “ANa” Dumbravă

Team of the Year

Team Vitality

Women’s Team of the Year

Nigma Galaxy

Rookie of the Year

Guy “NertZ” Iluz

The Panel Awards were voted on by community peers including five members of HLTV’s newsroom, ten on-air talent members, and 20 representatives from the best teams of 2023. The winners of the Panel Awards are as follows:

Highlight of the Year

Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut

Opener of the Year

Nikola “NiKo” Kovač

Closer of the Year

Robin “ropz” Kool

Anchor of the Year

Emil “Magisk” Reif

AWPer of the Year

Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut

IGL of the Year

Dan “apEX” Madesclaire

Coach of the Year

Danny “zonic” Sørensen

The winners of the Community Awards voted on by members of the HLTV community are as follows:

Talent of the Year:

Chad “⁠SPUNJ⁠” Burchill

Event of the Year:

BLAST.tv Paris Major

Creator of the Year:

3kliksphilip

Streamer of the Year:

Ohnepixel

“This year’s awards were a fantastic celebration of excellence, and ZywOo is very deserving of the Player of the Year Award. His exceptional performance in 2023 has not only solidified his status as a standout player but will also make a lasting impact on the history of competitive Counter Strike. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees who have all contributed to the community and we look forward to welcoming them back next year, as we gear up for another year of memorable moments in Counter-Strike.” – Zvonimir Burazin, Head of Operations, HLTV

For more information and highlights from this year’s award show, check out the HLTV Award Show page.

UltraPlay PR: Finalist at IGA

January 15, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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UltraPlay is proud to announce being shortlisted in four distinguished categories at the upcoming International Gaming Awards (IGA) 2024. The nominations, namely for eSports Innovator of the Year, iGaming Software Supplier, Multi-Channel Provider of the Year, and Sports Betting Platform of the Year, underscore UltraPlay’s consistent dedication to innovation and excellence in the gaming industry. The International Gaming Awards ceremony, set to take place at The Savoy Hotel in London at the beginning of February, is a significant event that celebrates outstanding achievements in the gaming sector. UltraPlay is honored to be recognized in multiple categories, reflecting the company’s diverse contributions, from groundbreaking advancements in eSports to providing state-of-the-art iGaming solutions and establishing a leadership position in multi-channel and sports betting platforms.

As a testament to its commitment to corporate social responsibility, UltraPlay is not only anticipating the awards ceremony but is also proud to announce its sponsorship of the event and of the category “Mobile Operator of the Year”. Beyond recognition and accolades, the IGA serves as a platform for industry leaders to join forces in supporting charitable causes. The funds raised during the ceremony will contribute to impactful philanthropic initiatives, aligning with UltraPlay’s belief in the positive impact that the gaming industry can have beyond entertainment.

UltraPlay expresses gratitude to the International Gaming Awards for acknowledging its efforts and providing a platform to showcase innovation and dedication. The company looks forward to engaging with industry peers, sharing insights, and celebrating collective achievements at the upcoming event.

The gaming community, clients, and partners have been instrumental in UltraPlay’s journey, and the company extends its appreciation for their ongoing support. Stay tuned for updates as UltraPlay prepares to attend the International Gaming Awards 2024 and thanks everyone for being part of this exciting journey.

Fresh Greek growth for Push Gaming with Betsson and Novibet

January 15, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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B2B gaming supplier Push Gaming has taken a significant step forward in Greece, partnering with major operating brands Novibet and Betsson.

Push’s much-lauded content library is now available to both top-tier brands. The deal saw the delivery of the smash hit of 2023, Razor Returns, along with titles such as Jammin’ Jars, Wild Swarm and Retro Tapes.

More Greek players than ever before can enjoy Push’s renowned content with a packed roadmap of new games lined up to swell the quality offered by both operators’ lobbies.

The double move comes as Push Gaming’s initial successful exclusivity deal with Kaizen ends and opens up wider possibilities for the brand in the country.

Fiona Hickey, Director of New Business and Markets at Push Gaming, said: “A pair of deals of this magnitude is huge news for us as we look to grow our profile in Greece. Novibet and Betsson are two of the biggest names in the business and offer unrivalled exposure in a vibrant market.

“We’ve got an incredibly exciting portfolio of games with so much more quality on the horizon and we’re thoroughly looking forward to providing both with more of the best games in the industry.”

Betway add Graeme Smith to their ambassador portfolio

January 13, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Betway, has announced the former cricket international Graeme Smith has joined their roster of ambassadors.

The brand’s new Global Cricket Ambassador was South Africa’s youngest ever captain at 22-years-old who went on to be the most successful Test captain with 53 wins, having scored over 17,200 runs in international cricket.

Smith, who retired from playing in 2014 is still heavily involved in the sport and can be regularly heard as a commentator and pundit on Jio Cinema, an Indian based on demand streaming service.

Having previously held the role of Director of Cricket for Cricket South Africa from December 2019 to March 2022, Smith led the creation of cricket’s most exciting new tournament – the Betway SA20 – where he is now the League Commissioner.

The Super Group-owned brand have built an enviable sponsorship portfolio across a number of sports around the world including Football in the Premier League, Bundesliga, La Liga, Tennis in eight countries, along with deals in the NBA and NHL in the US.

Anthony Werkman, CEO of Betway Group, said: “We’re immensely proud to have South African cricket legend Graeme Smith join the Betway Family.

“He was an incredibly good player in his day and has since gone on to be a leading figure within the sport, so it’s great that he’s joined as our new Global Cricket Ambassador.

“Betway remains committed to being the number one betting brand within cricket and we continue enhance the experience of the sport for fans around the world.”

Graeme Smith said: “I’m hugely excited to become Betway’s Global Cricket Ambassador.

“Betway are one of the biggest brands in global cricket and I’m really looking forward to be working with them to bring great content and insight to fans of the sport worldwide.”

Tag: Press Releases

Soft2Bet CEO Uri Poliavich Shortlisted for Executive of the Year at Global Gaming Awards 2024

BGaming promises ‘futuristic and funky’ art collaboration at ICE London 2024

THE UNIT OPENS NEW OFFICE IN MOLDOVA

Industry Leader Gavin Hamilton Assumes Role as Chairman at Rapidly Growing Slots Developer Octoplay

The Best is Yet to Come in 2024 for ProgressPlay

RubyPlay develops bespoke Immortal Ways title for South Africa’s LottoStar

ZywOo Wins Counter Strike Player of the Year at the HLTV Award Show

UltraPlay PR: Finalist at IGA

Fresh Greek growth for Push Gaming with Betsson and Novibet

Betway add Graeme Smith to their ambassador portfolio

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