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Double trouble: Veloce Racing’s biggest-ever weekend to feature non-stop Extreme E and W Series action

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Jamie Chadwick, Bruna Tomaselli, Stéphane Sarrazin and Emma Gilmour gunning for glory in Belgium and Greenland 

Veloce Racing’s busiest weekend to date is on the horizon (27-29 August) as the London-based squad is set to compete in Extreme E (Kangerlussuaq, Greenland) and W Series (Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium) across three days of non-stop action.

The weekend will arguably be the team’s biggest challenge yet, as the stars and cars from both championships return from the summer break refreshed and ready for the second half of the season.

Veloce Racing is on something of a hot streak in both series’, as reigning champion Jamie Chadwick claimed a dominant W Series grand slam last time out at the Hungaroring, while the #5 Extreme E car – with Chadwick and Stéphane Sarrazin at the wheel – recorded the team’s first podium in the all-electric championship on the beaches of Senegal.

The W Series title fight now resumes at the iconic Spa-Francorchamps with Chadwick leading the overall standings by one point from rival Alice Powell, whilst Veloce rookie Bruna Tomaselli will be looking to add to her recent points tally.

Practice kicks off proceedings at the legendary Grand Prix circuit on Friday followed by qualifying, before the all-important race commences on Saturday afternoon.

With Chadwick continuing her W Series commitments there will be an exciting change to Veloce Racing’s Extreme E line-up this weekend, as the experienced Emma Gilmour is set to make her first appearance for the squad.

Extreme E will make history as Greenland hosts its first-ever motorsport event – the Arctic X Prix – with an updated race format including a mouth-watering five-car final. Qualifying 1 and 2 are scheduled for Saturday while the finals are set for Sunday.

Fans can watch all of the action unfold with both series’ enjoying live television coverage – for more information visit the Extreme E and W Series websites.

Jamie Chadwick, W Series Driver, Veloce Racing commented:

“I can’t wait to get back to racing this weekend. As always, it’s been nice to enjoy some time off over the summer break but now I’m feeling the need to get back behind the wheel.

“Spa is such a legendary circuit, it’s one of those places that every driver loves just because it’s so challenging and when you get it right it feels amazing. Obviously, the last race was the best result we could’ve asked for so I’ll definitely be targeting more of the same, but I know Alice [Powell] and the rest of the field are going to put up a good fight.”

Stéphane Sarrazin, Extreme E Driver, Veloce Racing added:

“As is often the case with Extreme E locations, Greenland is unlike anywhere I’ve been before so I’m excited to see the location and what they have come up with for the course – they’ve been a good mix of flat-out and technical sections so far this season.

“Obviously the aim is another podium. The strategy we used work perfectly in Senegal, but each event is different so we will have to see how we feel after shakedown and as the weekend progresses. It is so important in this series to know when to push and when to hold back.”

Bruna Tomaselli, W Series Driver, Veloce Racing said:

“It’s been nice to recharge my batteries over the summer break and I’m heading to Spa feeling refreshed and ready to get more points on the board – and maybe even a podium – in the second half of the season.

“These next four races are going to fly by so I want to make sure I maximise each one, learn as much as I can from Jamie [Chadwick] and the rest of the team, and above all else I want to enjoy myself while visiting these amazing locations.”

Emma Gilmour, Extreme E Driver, Veloce Racing commented:

“It is hugely exciting to be stepping into the car for the first time in Greenland, but it’s also going to be a test of my skills and experience. I’m going to have to get up to speed very quickly, but luckily each event is a bit of a reset for all of the drivers as no one has any experience of the next venue, so I think that works in my favour.

“I’m really grateful to Veloce for giving me the opportunity and I hope Stéphane [Sarrazin] and I can get another great result for the team after that amazing podium in Senegal.”

Mariella Bailey, W Series Team Principal, Veloce Racing said:

“What a first half of the season we’ve had. Two wins and the championship lead for Jamie, a good haul of points and lots of experience gained for Bruna [Tomaselli] and I’m learning a lot too during my first season as Team Principal.

“We’re going to some amazing tracks over the next four rounds and Spa is the perfect way to kick things off. It is undoubtedly one of the greatest tracks in the world and always produces amazing action for the fans – I can’t wait for practice to get underway on Friday!”

Rupert Svendsen-Cook, Extreme E Team Principal, Veloce Racing added:

“What an incredible opportunity for Veloce to be racing in two such revolutionary championships on the same weekend. It’s going to be a massive test for the entire team, but I think we’re up to the challenge.

“We’re all excited to see what Emma [Gilmour] can achieve in the car with her wealth of rally experience. Extreme E’s new five-car Final format is an interesting addition as well so I think if we play our cards right, we could be on for another brilliant result for the SW6 squad.”

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ASUS Republic of Gamers Partners with PlayVS

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ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG), the ASUS sub-brand creating the world’s best gaming hardware and software, and PlayVS, North America’s leading scholastic and collegiate esports platform, announced a new partnership to deliver premium gaming technology for the PlayVS Championship League (PCL) during the 2025-26 collegiate season. ROG will champion PCL’s marquee live events by equipping athletes with its flagship products including the ROG G700, ROG GM700, along with other ROG products. These desktops, along with future models, will be powering the mainstages of all the tournaments, including floor practice and mainstage setups. ROG gaming PCs will guarantee powerful, industry leading performance for PlayVS’ College league, the largest collegiate esports league in the nation supporting student-participants at over 900 college campuses.

Through this partnership, ROG aims to deepen its commitment to education by supporting esports as a powerful tool for student growth. The initiative helps students foster critical skills like teamwork, communication, and strategic thinking, while also opening doors to careers in STEM, game design and content creation. By delivering elite gaming setups and immersive experiences, ROG drives engagement and empowers the next generation of digital innovators.

“Republic of Gamers has always been about pushing the limits of gaming performance. Partnering with PlayVS and the PCL allows us to empower the next generation of esports athletes with the hardware and experiences they need to reach their full potential, build valuable skills, and prepare for future careers in the digital world,” said Benjamin Yeh, ASUS Computer International President.

Kicking off the partnership, ASUS devices will be powering the inaugural PlayVS College League (PCL) Fall Championships, taking place December 13–14, 2025 at The University of Akron. The first PCL Fall Championships will feature top collegiate esports teams from across the US and Canada over a two-day event. Players will compete on ROG-powered setups in front of a live audience, with matches broadcast on Twitch to thousands of fans worldwide.

“At PlayVS, we are committed to giving student-athletes the very best environment and experience to showcase their talent. Partnering with ASUS Republic of Gamers ensures our players have access to the most advanced gaming technology available, creating unforgettable live experiences for competitors and fans alike,” said Jon Chapman, CEO at PlayVS.

With this collaboration, PCL Championships will not only showcase elite collegiate competition but also highlight the role of the newest technology shaping the future of esports.

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DiffusionData Wins “Best Data Ops Solution Provider” at the 2025 Data Management Insight Awards USA

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DiffusionData, the pioneer and leader in real-time data streaming, today announced that Diffusion has been awarded the “Best Data Ops Solution Provider” at the 2025 Data Management Insight Awards USA. Other nominees for the award were Acceldata, Databricks, DataKitchen, IBM Databand, Monte Carlo Data, Snowflake (DataOps features), StreamSets and Zaloni.

The awards recognise both established solution vendors and innovative newcomers providing leading data management solutions, services and consultancy to capital markets participants across the USA. The awards are overseen by an Advisory Board who help shape the categories and review the nominations alongside A-Team Groups Editors.

Diffusion shortlisted for Ten Awards in 2025 so far…

To date in 2025, Diffusion has been shortlisted for “Best Cloud-Based Market Data Delivery Solution” at the Trading Tech Insight Awards USA 2025, for “Live Streaming Supplier” and “Sports Data Supplier” at the EGR B2B Awards 2025, for “Live Betting and Gaming Product” and “Sports Data Product” at the SBC Awards Americas 2025, for “Best Steaming Solution” and “Best Cloud Solution” at the DBTA Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, for “Live Betting and Gaming Product” and “Sports Data Product” at the SBC Awards Europe 2025, and for “Live Betting Product” at the SBC Awards 2025. Last year, Diffusion won the “Best Cloud Platform for Trading Applications” at the TradingTech Insight Awards USA.

Grethe Brown, CEO of DiffusionData, said: “2025 has been a record-breaking award year for Diffusion, with our win at the Data Management Insight Awards USA standing as a milestone moment. This recognition is more than an award, it affirms our leadership in real-time data streaming and justifies our mission to redefine what’s possible for how the world connects, consumes, and acts on data.”

DiffusionData’s framework, Diffusion, is used by companies worldwide in sectors such as financial services, eGaming, retail, travel and transportation, health, defence and digital media. The framework is purpose-built to simplify and speed data-driven, real-time application development, reduce operational costs, and economically deliver personalised data.

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Gaming in Germany Conference Agenda

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The Gaming in Germany Conference, which will take place Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in Berlin has announced its initial agenda.

A select number of confirmed conference sessions are listed below. A more comprehensive agenda is available here.

Gaming in Germany Conference – Preliminary agenda

(Please note that all session titles are provisional.)

 

BLOCK I: Regulatory developments

Keynote address
Senior GGL representative

Regulatory update
Dr. Joerg Hofmann, Senior Partner, Melchers Law Firm

The state of Germany’s sports betting market
Mathias Dahms, President, Deutscher Sportwettenverband (DSWV)

The state of Germany’s virtual slots market
Dr. Dirk Quermann, President, Deutscher Online Casinoverband (DOCV)

 

BLOCK II: The threat of the black market

Germany’s iGaming market in numbers
Josh Hodgson, COO, H2 Gambling Capital

Operators taking a stand against the black market
Christian Heins, Director iGaming, Tipico

Illegal affiliate marketing and the role of Big Tech
Dr. Andreas Ditsche, CEO, iGaming.com

INTERMEZZO: Products & services for the German market

Innovation panel & breakout sessions sneak preview
Magno Neiva, Head of Licensing & Regulatory Compliance, Altenar; other speakers TBA

 

BLOCK III: Evaluating the 2021 State Gambling Treaty

On effective and proportionate gambling regulation
Alex Green, Vice President – Games, ZEAL Network

Regulation the industry should embrace
Maarten Haijer, Secretary General, EGBA

Evaluating the State Gambling Treaty: Towards a common wishlist?
Birgitte Sand, former Executive Director Spillemyndigheden; other speakers TBA

Former ZEAL executive and NOGA MD, Peter-Paul de Goeij will serve as the event’s day chair.

 

Business operations & breakout sessions

In addition to high-level regulatory and policy-related information, the 2025 Gaming in Germany Conference also offers highly practical information on topics such as KYC, AML, data protection, payment solutions, and much more. Breakout sessions will be hosted by trained experts and are highly interactive.

Get relevant business intelligence to give your day-to-day operations a boost!

 

Call for (breakout) speakers

If you are interested in delivering a presentation or participating in a product or service-themed breakout session, please contact Gaming in Germany founder Willem van Oort for more information regarding opportunities and possibilities.

We are specifically looking for expertise on business topics such as media & marketing, affiliation, compliance, and operations.

 

Practical information

The 2025 Gaming in Germany Conference takes place Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at the DoubleTree Hilton Ku’damm in Berlin – just 100 meters from the magnificent Kurfürstendamm!

 

Registration for the 2025 Gaming in Germany Conference is now open.
Don’t miss it! Register now!

Gaming in Germany webinar: Regulatory & market update

Ahead of our 2025 Gaming in Germany Conference, we are hosting a pre-conference webinar on the current state of Germany’s regulated iGaming market.

This webinar will take place on Tuesday, October 7 at 15:00 CET and will be covering the following topics:

  • Current regulatory & market developments
  • The upcoming evaluation of the 2021 State Gambling Treaty
  • The challenge of the black market

Dr. Joerg Hofmann, Senior Partner at Melchers Law and Germany’s leading gambling lawyer will address the latest regulatory developments. Josh Hodgson, COO at H2 Gambling Capital, will provide insight into the latest market figures.

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