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Betsson AB Appoints Andrew McCue to its Board of Directors

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Betsson AB has appointed former Paddy Power CEO Andrew McCue to its board as a non-executive director with immediate effect.

Patrick Svensk was re-elected as chairman of the board, while Fredrik Carlsson, Eva Leach, Johan Lundberg and Jan Nord were re-elected as directors.

McCue spent 10 years at Paddy Power from 2006, some of which was as head of retail, before becoming CEO in 2015 for more than a year, then moving to COO briefly in 2016.

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Since, he has held roles at Hostelworld and most recently was CEO of The Restaurant Group, a role he held from 2016, until leaving last summer.

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WA.Technology to showcase Brazil leadership credentials at SBC Summit Rio 2025

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Award-winning supplier already established as go-to B2B platform partner for some of Brazil’s biggest brands

WA.Technology, the award-winning B2B iGaming solutions provider and a trusted partner for Brazil’s top operators, will showcase its latest innovations designed for the Brazilian market at SBC Summit Rio 2025, Stand B290.

Already established as one of LatAm’s favourite B2B providers, WA.Technology is partnered with many of Brazil’s biggest brands, as well as being one of the first major suppliers to have received the necessary certifications to launch in Brazil at the start of 2025.

With a local team established on the ground in Brazil and an office in Recife, WA.Technology has used two decades of experience to develop its latest round of Brazil-focused products, set to be exhibited at Stand B290.

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The company’s highlight launch of 2024 and 2025, Pick‘Em Player Props, has already proven to be a standout acquisition, engagement, and retention tool for Brazil-focused operators and will be key to any operator looking to make its mark on the market.

Combining Fantasy and Sports Betting, WA.Technology’s Pick‘Em Player Props gives players a chance to put their sporting knowledge to the test by predicting individual player performances – capturing the growing popularity of player props betting as well as the Brazilian love of soccer.

Taking second centre stage will be WA.Technology’s hugely popular WA.Lottery vertical. WA.Technology’s partners can now integrate the provider’s newly upgraded lottery product directly into their online casino or sportsbook via a seamless wallet integration.

Representing another high-performing acquisition tool for all partners, players can access more than 70 of the world’s biggest lottery formats, including weekly prizes of $100m across all LatAm and Brazilian draws.

Highly popular Lottery games from the USA, such as Powerball and Megamillions, are also available, with jackpots reaching in excess of $1bn.

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Commenting on WA.Technology’s plans to become a true leader in Brazil’s regulated market, Phyllyp Sedicias, WA.Technology’s Country Director for Brazil, said: “We’re not just talking about Brazil – we’re invested in it. With local teams and offices across Brazil and LatAm,  we understand the nuances of the market and what players want. Our Pick‘Em Player Props and upgraded WA.Lottery are designed to give our partners a competitive edge.

Visit us at Stand B290 to see how we can help you become a true market leader with our unmatched experience and expertise. We have incredibly exciting plans for this year – and we can promise that with a true reputation of excellence, we’re here to be the best.”

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Blueprint Gaming partners with Rush Street Interactive to further expand Ontario reach via BetRivers platform

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Blueprint Gaming, the leading UK slots developer and member of the Merkur Group, has doubled down on its Canadian footprint following a partnership with industry leading online casino and sports betting company, Rush Street Interactive, in Ontario.

The agreement will see a host of Blueprint’s top performing games made available to a new wave of slot enthusiasts, including its Megaways™ offering featuring Napoleon Megaways™ and Majestic Fury Megaways™, as well as the company’s renowned branded library offering the likes of Rick and Morty™: Strike Back and The Lost Boys™.

Founded in 2012, RSI has become a market leader in online casinos and sportsbooks across the Americas and is set to have its expansive portfolio of slots elevated by Blueprint’s engaging titles featuring sought after mechanics.

The agreement underlines Blueprint’s ever-expanding global footprint and aligns with its strategic roadmap for Canada where its games continue to resonate with players across the country.

Samuel Haggblom, Director of Key Accounts at Blueprint Gaming, said: “The popularity of Blueprint slots continues to grow across Canada and the Americas, and so we are delighted to go live with an industry renowned operator in the region.

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“This exciting deal pays further testament to how our games can resonate with players in multiple markets worldwide and we look forward to seeing the response from BetRivers players.”

Richard Schwartz, CEO for Rush Street Interactive, said: “Blueprint Gaming boasts a growing collection of exciting titles, and we are thrilled to be working with them to bring these games to our BetRivers players in Ontario.

“We are happy to partner with Blueprint Gaming and look forward to watching this collaboration flourish.”

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Altenar boosts Brazil presence with São Paulo office

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Leading sportsbook provider opens second office in Latin America

Altenar, a leading sports betting and iGaming software provider, has strengthened its support for operators in Brazil with the opening of a new São Paulo office.

Registering an entity in the country highlights Altenar’s understanding of the importance of Brazil’s regulated market for its clients and reflects the company’s continuous global strategy of wanting to be as close as possible to key markets.

Altenar opened an office in Uruguay last year to provide improved support for clients in LatAm and the Brazil entity will bring numerous benefits, including faster onboarding for new customers and invoicing in the local currency.

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Frederico Caputi, Sales Manager at Altenar, said: “Opening the São Paulo office is a strategic step for Altenar as it allows us to better serve our partners and streamline operations within Brazil’s thriving market. This local presence not only enhances our customer support capabilities but also significantly boosts our responsiveness to market needs and regulatory changes.

“It is an exciting development that aligns perfectly with our commitment to growth and excellence in Latin America.”

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