Betsson, one of the world’s leading sports betting and gaming operators, has announced the renewal and expansion of its partnership with ARIS Basketball Club for the 2025/26 season.

Under the new agreement, Betsson will continue as the Main Sponsor of the club while also becoming its Official Naming Partner. The Betsson brand will feature prominently on the front of the official team jersey, reflecting the elevated level of the partnership.

The collaboration, which established in 2023, has gone from strength to strength, built on a shared commitment to promoting basketball and engaging with the passionate ARIS fanbase. This expanded sponsorship reflects the mutual trust, respect and ambition between Betsson and one of Greece’s most historic clubs.

With the arrival of the team’s new investor and owner, Richard Xiao and the launch of an ambitious transformation plan, ARIS BC is entering a new era of growth and modernisation.

Agapitos Diakogiannis, CEO of ARIS BC, said: “Our partnership with Betsson, which is now further strengthened through its role as Main Sponsor and Naming Partner, stands as a strong vote of confidence in ARIS’ vision and momentum. Together, we are entering a new era with the ambition of restoring the club to where it truly belongs – at the top – building on our values, our history, and the unwavering passion of our supporters”.

Thanos Marinos, Managing Director of Betsson Greece, said: “Betsson proudly stands beside ARIS BC during this period of renewal and momentum. Our ambition is to support the club’s growth, enhance its visibility, and deepen the bond with its loyal supporters. ARIS is a legendary club with a unique identity and passionate fanbase, and we are excited to contribute to its journey forward.

“With more than 60 years of history and a presence in more than 24 markets worldwide, Betsson brings global expertise in sports and entertainment, fostering responsible, innovative, and meaningful partnerships that create value for communities and the game alike.”

Betsson has announced a new partnership with Mykonos Basketball Club, taking on the role of the basketball team’s naming sponsor. From the upcoming season, the club will compete as Mykonos Betsson BC in the top tier of Greek basketball, marking an important milestone for both the team and Betsson.

Through this agreement, Betsson supports the club in its debut season at the highest level of the sport, reinforcing a shared commitment to promoting sports development, fostering athletic education, encouraging fair play and strengthening social cohesion.

Thanos Marinos, Managing Director of Betsson in Greece, said: “For us at Betsson, the partnership with Mykonos BC goes beyond a sponsorship agreement. It is a relationship built on shared values, respect, and mutual ambition. With over 60 years of international experience in entertainment and gaming, Betsson combines its global footprint with the dynamic and international appeal of Mykonos, creating a collaboration with substance and long-term potential, both on and off the court. We are proud to support the team as it enters the top division and to contribute to initiatives that will create a lasting positive impact in the community.”

Alexandros Angeletakis, President of Mykonos BC, said: “Partnering with a leading international company like Betsson, gives us strength and confidence to face future challenges with optimism. Together, we are building solid foundations for the future with a shared vision of high performance, professionalism, and responsibility. Beyond the sports itself, we aim to strengthen our collaboration through initiatives that actively engage the local community and deliver tangible results.”

This sponsorship reflects Betsson’s broader strategy of investing in sport and community initiatives in markets where it operates, reinforcing its role as a partner that creates value in sport and in the communities it serves.

Booming Games, a fast-growing provider of premium iGaming content, is proud to announce that it has successfully obtained a B2B license from the Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC), marking another strategic step in its ongoing European expansion.

With this new license, Booming Games is now authorised to provide its acclaimed slot content to licensed operators in Greece. Greek players can look forward to enjoying top-performing titles such as Burning Classics, TNT Bonanza, Buffalo Hold and Win Extreme 10 000, Cash Pig, and Gold Gold Gold, 64 Gold Coins Hold and Win among many others.

This regulatory approval underscores Booming Games’ commitment to entering fully regulated markets and working closely with local authorities to ensure a compliant, secure, and entertaining experience for players. The Greek license adds to the company’s growing portfolio of certifications across key European jurisdictions, including the UK, Italy, Spain, Denmark, and Sweden.

Frederik Niehusen, Chief Commercial Officer at Booming Games, commented: “Securing our B2B license from the Hellenic Gaming Commission is a significant achievement and part of our strategic goal to strengthen our presence in regulated European markets. Greece is an exciting and fast-growing market, and we’re thrilled to be able to offer our content to licensed operators and their players across the country.”