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Global IT business Continent 8 Technologies celebrates 25 years of reliable innovation

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2023 is a huge year for Continent 8 Technologies, with the leading provider of managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and security solutions to the global online gambling industry celebrating 25 years of being the trusted technology solutions partner to the sector.

Its award-winning solutions cover connectivity services, infrastructure hosting including public and private cloud, as well as a growing portfolio of cyber security solutions to defend customers’ critical infrastructure against a rising number of threats.

Starting with its first data centre in Montreal, today Continent 8’s private, connected network of data centres and points of presence span over 90 locations across four continents. It is expected to hit 100 locations in 2023, servicing newly regulated markets and providing connectivity to customers in strategic locations to support their global growth plans.

In the US alone, Continent 8 has adopted an aggressive first-to-market strategy to enable customers to capitalise on the competitive regulated market. It is live in 25 US states and counting, with launches in Nevada, Minnesota and Georgia in the pipeline.

The company has a strong presence in European markets with state-of-the-art data centres in key iGaming hubs such as the Isle of Man, Malta and Gibraltar, where in the latter it has a unique data centre located 500m deep within The Rock inside a former Ministry of Defence facility.

Its offering in LatAm continues to grow and is currently live with solutions via Colombia, Peru and Puerto Rico, with launches in Argentina and Brazil to follow.

Meanwhile in Asia, Continent 8 will be bolstering its presence, which currently comprises sites in Hong Kong, Singapore and Taiwan, with a dedicated team on the ground to best serve the APAC region. The company is also reviewing opportunities in Africa and Australia.

Continent 8 has earned a reputation for delivering unrivalled customer service to the biggest brands, some of which have been powered by Continent 8 from the very start. This includes supporting more than 80% of operators on the EGR US Power Rankings 2022 list.

Michael Tobin, Founder and CEO of Continent 8 Technologies, said: “We’ve come a very long way in the 25 years since Continent 8 launched in 1998. From our first data centre in Montreal, Canada, we now have a private, connected network across the globe that continues to grow on an almost monthly basis.

“Our suite of solutions is as comprehensive as it is cutting-edge, and our incredible team deliver the absolute best service in the business. This is key to the incredible customer retention we have achieved over the past two and a half decades; so too is our first-to-market approach in emerging jurisdictions such as the Americas.

“It’s been an incredible journey so far and I’m proud to have led the organisation from the front. A huge thank you to our people, customers, partners, suppliers, and everyone in-between for supporting our ambitious plans. Here’s to another 25 years of success for Continent 8 and its customers!”

Learn more about Continent 8’s award-winning products at ICE London, 7-9 February, ExCeL London – Stand N3-110.

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KingMidas Games Partners with LuckyStreak to Deliver Premium iGaming Titles to Operators Worldwide

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KingMidas Games, a leading iGaming provider, today announces a new strategic partnership with LuckyStreak, a leading B2B live casino software provider and content aggregator.

Through this collaboration, more than 100 KingMidas Games titles—spanning its signature Classics, Next-Gen, Slots, and other top-performing genres—will be made available via LuckyStreak’s powerful aggregator platform, LuckyConnect™. This integration empowers operators to easily browse, pick, and deploy their preferred KingMidas Games titles all in one place, streamlining access to world-class content through a single integration point.

“Partnering with LuckyStreak marks a significant milestone in our growth journey,” said Alex Mozir, Head of Sales at KingMidas Games. “Their reputation for delivering best-in-class live casino and aggregation solutions makes them a natural fit for our content. We’re confident that our portfolio—designed for engagement, retention, and performance—will add strong value to the LuckyConnect offering. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to empowering operators with standout gaming experiences, and we’re excited for what’s to come.”

“Growing LuckyConnect with top content is a big focus for us this year, and KingMidas Games is a perfect fit to our strategy. I know the team behind it and have a lot of respect for what they’re building—smart games, solid execution, and real potential,” said Ady Totah, LuckyStreak CEO and Co-founder. “We’re already lining up campaigns with some of our close partners and looking forward to seeing how the games perform. This is just the start.”

Rory Kimber, LuckyStreak Commercial Director said: “Often making decisions for who to bring onto LuckyConnect can be difficult, but with KingMidas Games, that wasn’t the case. Their first-class, diverse and exclusive content ticks all the boxes. More importantly, the team at KingMidas Games understands that successful partnerships are built not just on great content, but on strong support and collaboration—and they’ve been both engaging and knowledgeable at every stage. I’m looking forward to taking their fantastic games to the market, and to our existing customers.”

The KingMidas Games portfolio will be available on the LuckyConnect™ platform starting in Q2 2025.

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INCENTIVE GAMES SIGNS EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTION DEAL FOR NORTH AMERICA, EUROPE, SOUTH AFRICA AND UK WITH LIGHT & WONDER

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Leading B2B games provider, Incentive Games, today announced its new agreement with premium gaming company and content provider Light & Wonder, Inc.

Through this agreement, Incentive Games will distribute its premium pay-to-play games – including new arcade-style titles – to key global regulated markets including the USA, Canada, South Africa, UK, and within Europe via Light & Wonder’s extensive operator network. Additionally, Incentive Games’ popular free-to-play content will be made available to a wider audience through Light & Wonder’s content marketplace.

The agreement brings together two industry leaders in iGaming and the strengths of both companies to deliver exceptional player experiences and elevate customer engagement.

Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games said, “This agreement is a landmark moment in our company’s history. Previously, we’ve worked directly with major operators such as bet365, FanDuel, and Sky Bet. Now, we can distribute our games via Light & Wonder, an exceptional aggregator that we trust will handle our games with care.”

Steve Mayes, Senior Director of Partners at Light & Wonder, said: “We are excited to work with Incentive Games, a leader in gamification solutions. We look forward to leveraging their innovative platform and bringing their customisable crash and fast game content to all major regulated markets.”

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Network Gaming partners with Better Collective to launch pioneering gaming ecosystem

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Network Gaming and BolaVIP launch groundbreaking mobile gaming platform, Ligavip, for Brazilian sports fans

Network Gaming, the next-generation sports games studio, has announced the launch of its mobile-first gaming platform in partnership with Bolavip, one of Brazil’s largest sports media brands and part of the global sports media group Better Collective.

This launch marks a bold step into new territory for Network Gaming — entering the Brazilian market for the first time, and doing so on a mainstream stage that reaches millions of passionate fans. The collaboration sets the scene for a new category of mobile sports games, built for mass appeal and designed to deepen engagement across Bolavip’s vast audience.

Timed to coincide with the start of the main football championship in Brazil, the debut of the Ligavip platform delivered standout early results, including a 15% conversion rate from unique visitors to registered users in its opening weekend.

Unlike traditional models, Ligavip is not tethered to betting. Instead, it opens up an innovative source of new revenues for Better Collective by offering free-to-play games powered by branded prizes, such as shopping vouchers from one of the country’s top sports retailers, awarded to the best performers in Ligavip challenges. Players can compete for rewards, challenge their friends for bragging rights, and monitor their performance on live leaderboards in a community-first environment.

“We’re stepping onto a new stage — launching in Brazil, partnering with one of the most influential sports media groups in the world, certainly in terms of incoming traffic to its assets, and thereby pushing our platform into the mainstream,” said Harry Collins, CEO of Network Gaming. “This is a defining moment for us. It’s not just about great gameplay; it’s about creating sustainable entertainment ecosystems built around loyalty, fun, and fan connection.”

The launch also signals a new phase of development for Network Gaming’s broader platform ambitions. With Ligavip, the company will now be building out advanced meta mechanics — systems layered on top of gameplay such as daily rewards, progression loops, and upgrades — designed to boost long-term retention. Combined with powerful social features like leaderboards, invite-a-friend mechanics, and community leagues, these systems turn simple games into sticky, social experiences.

Tomás Vaz de Carvalho, COO South America at Better Collective, said: “We’re thrilled to be working with Network Gaming to bring a new kind of interactive sports experience to Brazil. This is about engaging fans in a fresh, rewarding way — and opening up new commercial avenues that align with global digital trends. Gaming is now a key pillar in many media strategies, and this partnership puts us right at the forefront.”

As traditional media looks for new ways to engage and monetise its audience, initiatives like Ligavip are becoming a strategic pillar. (The New York Times now generates more revenue from its games portfolio than its core news content.) This collaboration allows Better Collective and Network Gaming to stay ahead of the curve — creating experiences that are fun, valuable, and aligned with global digital entertainment trends.

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