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ONLINE GAMING VETERAN MORTEN TONNESEN JOINS SHAPE GAMES AS DANISH B2B PLATFORM AIMS TO ACCELERATE GROWTH IN THE US SPORTSBETTING & CASINO MARKET
onnesen brings a wealth of online gaming experience from PokerStars, BetWarrior
Online gaming industry veteran Morten Tonnesen has joined Shape Games as Chief Commercial Officer and also joins the Board bringing more than a decade of industry experience to the company as it aims to grow significantly in the U.S. online gambling market and across the world, Shape founder & CEO Christian Risom announced. Tonnesen was a long time marketing executive with gaming giant PokerStars and was most recently founder and CEO of sportsbetting operator BetWarrior.
Shape is a leading consumer app developer for major global brands and recently created Shape Games to address the specific needs of the online gambling industry. Risom and co-founders CPO Nicolas Linde, CIO Ole Gammelgaard and CTO Philip Bruce have created consumer apps for leading global brands including Apple, ebay, IKEA and Red Bull. Shape also has a long history with Danske Spil, Denmark’s state-run gambling operator of Oddset, the leading Danish online sportsbook.
Shape recently renewed a long-term agreement with Danske Spil and is accelerating growth in the burgeoning US sports betting market having launched with ballybet.com in Colorado and Iowa powering ‘Bally Friends’ with more US clients to come. The company is working in Latin America with BetWarrior.
Shape’s innovative and proprietary gaming software platform leverages best practices in consumer apps with first-class native customer engagement platform using predictive analytics and machine learning to inform back-end data and insights. This platform gives gaming operators the ability to improve customer experience and gain competitive advantage in the increasingly crowded marketplace.
Shape’s work with Danske Spil has been recognised with numerous industry awards for innovation, while the company has been named an industry rising star by respected industry media outlet EGR for each of the past two years.
“We are excited to bring Morten onboard and our clients will benefit from his deep management and marketing expertise in the online gaming sector,” Risom said. “We can deliver a full suite of products and services to local market land-based casino operators who are looking for a one-stop-shop consumer product partner to bring their business and their customers online. Morten’s deep experience will help us accelerate our growth and lead the way in the U.S. and European markets.”
Tonnesen said: “Shape Games has distinguished itself as a nimble, dynamic and innovative technology leader and I’m excited to help lead the company into its next stage of global growth. Shape’s consumer technology domain experience ensures that their modern, customer-focused apps stand above the traditional, clunky gaming apps from the first generation of online operators. This next generation must compete with not only other betting and casino companies, but with other entertainment choices including streaming and social games.”
Tonnesen points to Shape’s highly customisable native frontend as a unique innovation in the gambling industry and distinguishes the company as a sought-after B-to-B platform and service provider.
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ZEAL partners with Greentube – “Book of Ra” Now Available on LOTTO24 and Tipp24

ZEAL and Greentube, the digital gaming and entertainment division of Novomatic AG, have joined forces in a new partnership. As part of the collaboration, selected Greentube online games will be gradually integrated into the game portfolio of ZEAL brands LOTTO24 and Tipp24. The partnership officially launched in June 2025.
A key highlight: The internationally acclaimed “Book of Ra” series is now available to customers via ZEAL’s B2C platforms. The slot game franchise is one of the most iconic in online gaming, boasting a loyal global fan base.
This strategic alliance enables ZEAL to expand its digital gaming offering with top-tier titles, while Greentube benefits from ZEAL’s strong market presence and broad customer reach in Germany.
“With the popular titles from Greentube, we’re expanding our portfolio with high-quality games our customers already know and love,” says Alex Green, Vice President Games at ZEAL. “Bringing the ‘Book of Ra’ series to our platforms has been a long-term goal, and we’re proud to have made it happen. We see strong potential in this partnership.”
Julia Schagerl, Regional Manager at Greentube adds: “ZEAL is a strong partner with a loyal customer base. Our games stand for quality, security and entertainment – and this partnership helps us bring them to an even wider audience. It’s a key step in our growth strategy.”
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Leeds United announce new sleeve partnership with Parimatch

Leeds United are pleased to announce a new official partnership with Parimatch, who will become the club’s official sleeve partner for the men’s first team.
Parimatch is a global entertainment company with over 30 years of experience in sports betting and gaming. The brand has been seen in the Premier League previously and is a trusted worldwide presence.
Having recently announced our home and away kits for the 2025/26 campaign, Parimatch are excited to add their brand to the club’s shirt for the upcoming Premier League season, which will be seen on the left playing sleeve.
As well as on the club’s first team shirt, Parimatch branding will feature prominently at both Elland Road and Thorp Arch, in addition to the perimeter LED system and club’s media backdrop.
Leeds United and Parimatch will drive brand activity by the creation of innovative partnership activations and digital campaigns which will be promoted through the club and Parimatch’s channels.
Sergey Portnov, CEO of Parimatch spoke about showing commitment to club’s who are looking to shape the future of football.
He said: “This is more than a partnership – it’s a powerful alliance between two brands with the same goal: to win. We believe in strong leadership, and we see that in Leeds United – a club with a proud history, loyal fans, and big dreams for the Premier League 25/26. We don’t wait for change. We lead it. This partnership shows our commitment to working with clubs that shape the future of football.”
Morrie Eisenberg, Chief Business Officer at Leeds United, added: “We’re really pleased to bring Parimatch onboard with the club as our new sleeve partner. They are a trusted brand who have worked within the sporting industry for a long time, showing commitment to the game. We will work closely with the Parimatch team to continue our commitment of delivering innovative campaigns and activations where possible.”
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Red Rake Gaming expands into New Jersey through Caesars partnership

Red Rake Gaming, a leading developer of premium online casino content, is excited to announce its launch with Caesars Entertainment in the state of New Jersey, further expanding its presence in the regulated U.S. market.
Red Rake Gaming’s top-performing titles are now available across Caesars’ major online casino brands in New Jersey, including Caesars Sportsbook & Casino, Caesars Palace Online Casino, and Horseshoe Online Casino.
This partnership marks a major milestone in Red Rake Gaming’s U.S. expansion strategy, aligning with one of the most iconic and trusted brands in the global gaming industry.
Nick Barr, Managing Director for Red Rake Gaming Malta, commented: “We’re incredibly excited to partner with Caesars Entertainment for our New Jersey . Caesars’ strong brand recognition and extensive reach provide the perfect platform to showcase our diverse content.
We are confident that our titles will deliver a thrilling experience for players in the Garden State.”
This collaboration highlights Red Rake Gaming’s commitment to providing innovative, compliant content tailored to regulated markets. U.S. players can enjoy a wide range of feature-rich slots, interactive bonus games, and immersive gameplay experiences.
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