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ClickOut Media casts its sports betting predictions for 2025

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As the sports betting industry continues to evolve, the year 2025 is poised to usher in a wave of innovation, technology and strategic growth. Advancements in technology and data analytics are reshaping the way bettors engage with their favourite sports.

ClickOut Media, the established multi-channel marketing company whose expertise cover multiple niches including the betting sphere, takes a closer look at what the new year holds for sports betting predictions and how players, operators and regulators can prepare for the upcoming changes.

Rise of AI-powered predictions

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has already made its mark on sports betting, and in 2025, its ever-present role is set to expand. At the heart of AI’s influence lies its predictive analytics. Machine learning algorithms are becoming more sophisticated, capable of analysing vast data sets to predict outcomes with greater accuracy. Considering variables such as player performance, team dynamics, historical data and even weather conditions, these systems are providing bettors with increased real-time, data-driven insights. For operators, integrating AI into their platforms will be a game-changer, ensuring that the personalised approach guarantees users recommendations that align with their preference and risk appetite, transforming every bet into a bespoke experience.

Expansion of micro-betting

Micro-betting, the ability to place bets on specific moments within a game, will also see its presence within the landscape grow over the next 12 months. This will be particularly true in markets such as the US where sports betting is maturing as a product. With the proliferation of 5G and faster internet speeds, real-time micro-betting is becoming increasingly seamless which aligns directly with younger bettors who favour a dynamic and engaging betting experience. AI again makes its mark within this forecasted shift, with an ever-growing number of analytics platforms using the phenomenon to provide real-time data and predictions, allowing bettors to make informed decisions as games are unfolding.

Emergence of esports

When we think of sports betting, traditional sports like football, basketball and horse racing usually dominate the conversation. However, esports is no longer a niche market, rather a mainstream betting category with its influence set to experience a continued upward trajectory in 2025. Millennials and Gen Z, the digital natives, are leading the charge in esports betting with both groups not just watching esports, but actively participating, placing bets and engaging in fantasy leagues. According to a 2023 report by the Esports Integrity Commission, more than 70% of esports bettors are under 35. As more betting options emerge, driven by technological innovations like AI, mobile apps and cryptocurrency, sportsbooks are likely to expand their esports betting options to cater for a vast tech-savvy, youthful audience.

Blockchain’s growing influence

Originally created for the financial sector and trading of digital currencies, blockchain has been growing its reach in recent years with the sports betting sphere a market of particular interest that is set to make considerable strides in 2025. Sports betting has always been surrounded by a layer of controversy and risk of corruption. Blockchain technology has the potential to revolutionise the industry by offering greater transparency, security and fairness to players. Smart contracts, which automate payouts based on match results, are expected to gain steady adoption. A greater number of betting platforms will continue to also accept cryptocurrencies, putting more trust in the hands of bettors with no sharing of personal data required like bank account numbers or credit card details. User safety will also be strengthened through the reduction of data breaches and identity thefts that are linked to standard payment channels.

Conclusion

The sports betting industry in 2025 is set to be more dynamic, data-driven and user-centric than ever before. With innovations like AI, blockchain and micro-betting leading the charge, both operators and bettors will benefit from a more engaging and transparent ecosystem. For operators looking to stay ahead, focusing on technology, user experience and responsible gambling will be key to success. ClickOut Media, in its role as a global marketing and content company, remains committed to providing invaluable insight and coverage on the evolving and exciting developments as 2025 unfolds.

 

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Female Protea Team for the Counter Strike 2 esports title to do battle against Namibia – AEC25

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Mind Sports South Africa’s Protea Female CS2 team, led by captain Jess Greeff and featuring Avonique van Rooyen,  dominated IESF’s AEC24, and emerged undefeated, and punched their ticket to the world stage. The female Protea Team for the Counter Strike 2 Esports Title are trailblazers in female esports and are already making their mark internationally.

To qualify for IESF’s World Esports Championships 2025 (WEC25), South Africa’s Female Protea Team for the Counter Strike 2 Esports Title will be taking on Namibia at15H00 on 21 June 2025.

South Africa’s Female Protea Team for the Counter Strike 2 Esports Title has never lost to Namibia, and both MSSA and the team are confident that the result will be the same as all previous encounters.

The team has shown a few changes from 2024. Jessica Greeff remains the captain, and Avonique van Rooyen and Megan van der Westhuizen too stay on the team with their vast international experience. The two new additions are Kiera McCullum and Kalee Ludick who further add to the team.

MSSA is of the belief that the 2025 Female Protea Team for the Counter Strike 2 Esports Title is the strongest female Counter Strike 2 team to ever represent South Africa.

The full team to represent South Africa at15H00 on 21 June 2025 is:

Name Club Nick Province
Jessica Eleez Greeff (Capt.) ZAG Academy heartjess KwaZulu Natal
Avonique van Rooyen ZAG Academy avo Gauteng
Kiera McCallum ZAG Academy queen KwaZulu Natal
Megan van der Westhuizen ZAG Academy m3gz Gauteng
Kalee Ludick ZAG Academy creative Gauteng

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Week 25/2025 slot games releases

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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming

PG Soft has launched Jack the Giant Hunter – a cascading-style, 5-reel, 4-row video slot featuring expanding reels and a dynamic multiplier mechanic. Jack the Giant Hunter instantly plants players into an enchanted world where the path to riches is made perilous by a fierce giant. The action unfolds against a backdrop of mythical giants and golden treasure hidden in the clouds.

PG Soft releases fantasy-inspired Jack the Giant Hunter slot

Spinomenal has dropped its hot new slot, Westside Glory as part of its Adventure Series. Westside Glory is set on the West Coast streets where bling, bravado, and beats make for a platinum title. Framed by palm trees and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, this 5×3 slot takes players on the ultimate urban experience.

Spinomenal drops Westside Glory slot

Betsoft Gaming has released Coins of Alkemor: Extreme Magic – Hold & Win, a fast-paced 3×3 slot packed with powerful features and mystical energy. The iconic wizard Alkemor returns in the game that elevates the popular Hold & Win mechanic with three explosive Extreme Features. Players can trigger the bonus with two or more BONUS symbols and at least one WIZARD BONUS—one of which must be EXTREME—awarding three respins and the chance to land magical golden coins.

Reflex Gaming is making waves once again with the launch of Big Game Fishing Golden Catch™, the latest online release in its hugely popular Big Game Fishing franchise, and proudly powered by Yggdrasil. This thrilling new slot reels players into a bright and breezy lake, where Reflex’s iconic fisherman, Fred, returns for another unforgettable adventure. With a 5-reel, 3-row layout, high volatility, and a max win potential of 5,000x the stake, Golden Catch is bursting with fun, flair, and fishy fortune.

Reflex Gaming hooks another hit with Big Game Fishing Golden Catch™

TaDa Gaming has released its latest slot Lucky Jaguar 2. This time, the Colourful Jaguar Wild is joined by a Gold Jaguar Wild to ramp up the wins with multiple multipliers, stunning graphics and a humorous soundtrack, alongside the original Lock & Respin bonus game feature. Designed specifically for the LatAm market, where earlier release Fortune Gems had held the record breaking top spot, Lucky Jaguar hit 33%+ of Fortune Gem’s DAU figures within one month.

 

Million Games and partner studio Black Cat are excited to announce the release of Island Ices, a vibrant 5×4 slot packed with tropical charm and rewarding mechanics. As the second game from Black Cat under the Million Star partner programmeIsland Ices brings a refreshing low-volatility experience with a polished aesthetic and summer-ready features. Designed for players who love quick-paced, feel-good gameplay.

SlotMatrix is proud to announce the launch of an exciting new slot – Gold Pigger. This exclusive title introduces players to a fun-fuelled adventure starring Richie and Peggy, two funny piglets with a taste for fortune and a nose for cash prizes. With a 4×6 reel layout and 4096 ways to win, Gold Pigger blends light-hearted design with exciting gameplay mechanics to deliver an engaging slot experience with a win potential of up to 8,086.8X the player’s stake.

SlotMatrix brings players to the glitzy world of Gold Pigger

Dear passengers, welcome aboard Flight NLC25! Flight Mode is cleared for takeoff and let’s just say, it’s not a typical family trip to Hawaii. After delivering signature slots like Tombstone Slaughter: El Gordo’s Revenge and Duck Hunters, Nolimit City is now taking it to the skies with Flight Mode and definitely not in a boring way.

Nolimit City boards a wild ride at 35,000 feet in Flight Mode

Thunderkick has unveiled MeJUICEa, the latest addition to its content portfolio that breathes new life into a proven popular theme, reintroducing Greek mythology’s iconic Gorgon with a modern makeover. The 6×5 cluster pays title revolves around the Crush feature, a unique take on the fan-favourite avalanche mechanic.

Thunderkick reimagines Greek mythology theme in MeJUICEa

Push Gaming has launched Fang City, a sleek and suspenseful slot that combines ever-popular Push Gaming features. Set in a futuristic world, this game sees wolves with pointy teeth engaging in activities reminiscent of humans while featuring popular mechanics such as scatter pays, multiplier symbols, and cascading combos.

Push Gaming sinks its teeth into mystery in Fang City

Play’n GO steps into the underworld of Viper City with its new slot, Viper City Heist, where cunning strategy and raw firepower lead to big rewards. Combining visual flair with exciting mechanics, this 5×3 slot with 20 fixed paylines offers a potent mix of instant prizes and feature-rich gameplay that stays true to Play’n GO’s signature storytelling style.

Viper City Heist brings a neon-soaked criminal caper to the reels

Evoplay has released Oath of Steel, a moody, battle-driven slot that captures the raw intensity of knights locked in combat beneath storm-filled skies. Set in a storm-soaked battlefield of iron masks and glowing castle windows, Oath of Steel brings players into a world where survival outweighs glory.

Evoplay strikes a darker tone with the launch of Oath of Steel

Get ready to run for cover as Peter & Sons latest release, Boom Farm, exploded onto the internet on June 19th, 2025. Set in the deceptively peaceful countryside, this is no simple farming game. The 6×6 scatter-pays video slot hides a dynamite twist—literally. With TNT barrels, Star Bombs, Scatter Pays mechanics and thrilling Cascades, every harvest can explode into serious wins.

Farming and explosives unite in this quirky new game from Peter & Sons

ELA Games invites players to step into a captivating world of mystery and mischief with its latest title, Tail of Crime. Tune into your detective instincts for big wins with thrilling mechanics. The 5×4 slot has 20 paylines and a 96.2% RTP, guaranteeing action in both the base game and lucrative bonus feature.

Join the Thrilling Chase With ELA Games’ New Title: Tail of Crime

Are you ready for the grand finale? That’s what in-demand content provider, ICONIC21, is asking players as it launches the final title in its Stellar Fruits series. Stellar Fruits 100 wraps up the iconic series with a bang, with the game being set across four reels and five rows with 100 paylines active.

It all comes down to this: ICONIC21 launches Stellar Fruits series finale

Stakelogic is reaching for the clouds with the launch of its newest high-rise slot game, Skyline Fortunes. This bold and eccentrically engineered title trades traditional reels for steel beams and skyscraper thrills, where every spin helps build a skyline packed with potential. At the heart of the action is Big Bruno, a gorilla with a serious work ethic and a knack for stacking wins.

Skyline Fortunes takes slot action to new heights

Dive deep and double your fun with Fish Tales: Double Catch, from Booming Games, the thrilling sequel to Fish Tales: Monster Bass! This 5×3 reel slot brings exciting features like Barrel Boost, Big Net Modifier and Free Spins with Cash Collection, all designed to reel in those big wins. Keep an eye out for Fish Multiplier symbols to trigger massive payouts and enjoy the anticipation with every spin.

Booming Games Releases Fish Tales: Double Catch, The Anticipated Sequel to Monster Bass

Amusnet has released a new football-themed dice slot – 20 Wild Goals Dice. This 5-reel, 20 fixed paylines game brings the thrill of football to the reels, blending high-energy gameplay with iconic dice symbols. Watch for the Ball Wild symbol that appears on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th reels and expands, substituting for the rest of the symbols, except for the Scatter.

Playson, the accomplished digital entertainment supplier, invites players on a high-stakes safari in Lion Gems 3 Pots: Hold and Win, where Special Gems hold the key to lavish Bonus Game variants. A stunning African landscape plays host to the 5×4 slot as the reels blaze with powerful lions, radiant gems, and dazzling diamonds.

Venture into the heart of the wild with Playson’s Lion Gems 3 Pots: Hold and Win

Prepare to embark on an epic adventure where the power of the gods awaits in Unusual Suspects: Legends of Olympus from Northern Lights Gaming. This is the latest instalment in the studio’s hugely popular Unusual Suspects series and promises plenty of divine action. Players will marvel as Wilds unleash their celestial power, flying over the gods for a chance to trigger the Judgement Day Jackpot

Northern Lights Gaming launches Unusual Suspects: Legends of Olympus

 

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NetGaming Goes Live in Ontario with Rush Street Interactive via BetRivers Platform

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NetGaming, a fast-growing online casino content supplier, is proud to announce its launch in Ontario with Rush Street Interactive, Inc., a leading online casino and sports betting company in the United States, Canada and Latin America. This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone for NetGaming as it continues to expand its footprint across regulated North American markets.

As part of the launch, Ontario players on BetRivers can now enjoy a diverse portfolio of NetGaming titles, known for their high-quality graphics, immersive gameplay, and unique themes. Standout games such as Zeus’s Thunderbolt, Bison Gold, and Fireball Inferno are among the first to go live, with additional titles set to follow soon.

This partnership is just the beginning. NetGaming plans to extend its collaboration with Rush Street Interactive into Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Mexico over the coming months.

Pallavi Deshmukh, CEO of NetGaming, commented: “We are thrilled to go live with Rush Street Interactive, a powerhouse operator with a strong presence and loyal player base. This launch marks a significant milestone in our
North American expansion strategy and underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional gaming experiences tailored to local player preferences across the region.”

Richard Schwartz, CEO of Rush Street Interactive, commented: “We are pleased to partner with NetGaming to bring innovative, premium games to our players in Ontario. This collaboration aligns with our strategy to offer world-class
entertainment through engaging, action-packed online casino games. We look forward to expanding this partnership into additional regulated markets in the months ahead.”

This strategic partnership highlights both companies’ dedication to providing high- quality, innovative, and responsible entertainment to players in regulated markets.

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