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FIBA: Global partnership with J9 set to bring fans across the globe closer to the game

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FIBA, the International Basketball Federation, and Philippines-based J9 have announced a new partnership until 2024 in which the Global Partner will present the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 Trophy Tour as well as boost awareness of the sport on its extensive platforms.

The brand J9 has become FIBA’s 10th Global Partner and will take the FIBA Basketball World Cup trophy to cities around the globe, delivering an exciting World Cup experience to fans and showcasing its greatest prize as part of basketball celebrations and FIBA’s flagship competition.

As another part of the agreement, J9 will receive key commercial rights across FIBA competitions, including the FIBA Continental Cups for both men and women, the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2022, and FIBA’s pinnacle event, the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023.

J9, as FIBA’s Official Global Betting Partner, sees globalization as an important focus and it provides a world-class gaming experience to its global users. The company will use FIBA’s platform to launch and boost awareness of its brand J9 across all FIBA events globally and connect with millions of basketball fans around the world. In addition, J9 will utilize FIBA’s top-level domain .basketball to promote basketball related corporate social responsibility activities on its portal J9.basketball.

Frank Leenders, FIBA Media & Marketing Services Director General, said: “We are excited to have J9 joining the FIBA family as our most recent Global Partner. This partnership will certainly boost FIBA’s goal of advancing the promotion of basketball worldwide while at the same time bring fans closer to the game through new and improved experiences, including the Trophy Tour and other activities supported by our new Global Partner J9.”

Managing Director of J9, James Chen, expressed his confidence in the partnership with FIBA by saying: “It is a great honor for us to become a Global Partner of FIBA and to have the opportunity to contribute to the development of basketball globally. With our innovative and digital ways, we are sure that we will be able to help FIBA deliver the charm and joy of basketball to more fans across the world.”

This agreement was brokered by FIBA Marketing, the strategic partnership between FIBA and Infront.

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ZITRO’S CONCEPT CABINET MAKES #1 DEBUT IN US EILERS-FANTINI REPORT

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Zitro continues to raise the bar in slot performance, with its CONCEPT cabinet debuting as the #1-ranking cabinet among US emerging suppliers in the July 2025 Eilers-Fantini Cabinet Performance Report.

This milestone underscores Zitro’s growing presence in the North American market and reflects strong operator demand for innovative form factors paired with high-performing content.

Further building on this momentum, Zitro’s latest title, Legendary Sword, has joined the Top Indexing NEW Games – Core, Video ranking, highlighting the company’s strength in delivering compelling game experiences that resonate with players.

“Our consistent focus on innovation and quality is what drives Zitro forward,” said Johnny Ortiz, Founder of Zitro. “This is a proud moment for us and every team member behind the CONCEPT cabinet. We’ve always believed our products could stand alongside the industry’s best — and seeing CONCEPT debut at #1 confirms that operators and players believe it too. And this is just the beginning of what we have in store for the market.”

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REEVO Aggregator Grows Stronger as Spinomenal Joins In

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REEVO is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Spinomenal, one of the industry’s most innovative content providers, known for their visually stunning and feature-rich HTML5 video slots.

With a portfolio of over 300 cutting-edge games and a global footprint backed by licenses in Malta, Romania, Greece, the UK, New Jersey, and more, Spinomenal’s unique Universe Concept and commitment to player engagement make them a perfect fit for REEVO’s dynamic aggregation platform.

This collaboration will see Spinomenal’s high-performing titles integrated seamlessly into REEVO’s ever-growing ecosystem, enabling REEVO partners to access world-class content that drives player acquisition and retention across key regulated markets.

Daniel Cuc, Head of Account Management at REEVO, commented: “Partnering with Spinomenal is a testament to our drive to continuously bring the best-in-class content to our partners. Their immersive gameplay, innovative features, and global recognition make them an ideal addition to the REEVO aggregation platform. We’re excited to offer our clients even more value through this collaboration, as we continue scaling our reach and impact across regulated markets.”

Yossi Shayovits, Head of Business Development at Spinomenal added: “Partnering with REEVO adds further momentum to Spinomenal’s strategic expansion globally, with the Belgian market forming a major element.”

This partnership reinforces REEVO’s mission to become the go-to aggregator for premium iGaming content, delivering speed, scalability, and standout experiences to operators and players alike.

Stay tuned as REEVO continues to onboard the industry’s most exciting studios—fueling our collective growth, one partnership at a time.

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CyberArena Officially Rebrands from 188BET to taptap

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CyberArena, a global leader in online gaming and interactive entertainment, has announced the official rebranding of its flagship platform from 188BET to taptap, effective July 1, 2025. This marks a bold evolution in the company’s journey, reinforcing its mission to provide modern, secure, and seamless gaming experiences for audiences around the world.

The transition to taptap represents more than a name change it introduces a refreshed brand identity designed to meet the demands of today’s fast-moving, mobile-first users. Combining cutting-edge technology with global design sensibilities, taptap elevates the user experience while preserving the trust, familiarity, and excitement that millions of users have come to expect.

“taptap reflects our forward-thinking approach and our commitment to providing intuitive, high-performance gaming for global players. While the brand is new, the values remain: reliability, innovation, and exceptional entertainment,” said a CyberArena spokesperson.

What’s Changing?

• New Brand Identity: 188BET is now officially taptap

• Enhanced User Interface: A modern, mobile-first design for faster navigation and improved performance

• Refreshed Look and Feel: Updated visual elements that reflect taptap’s global outlook and digital-first philosophy

What Stays the Same?

• Your Account: All login credentials, balances, and play histories remain fully intact

• No Registration Needed: Existing users can continue using their accounts as normal

• Full Game Line-Up: All services, promotions, and favorite games are available without interruption

A Comprehensive Global Gaming Experience

• With the launch of taptap, users will continue to enjoy access to a complete portfolio of entertainment, including:

• Sports and Esports Interactive Play

• Live Gaming and RNG Table Games

• Virtual Sports, Lottery, and Skill-Based Games

• Tournaments, Promotions, and Exclusive Global Campaigns

Whether on desktop or mobile, taptap is engineered to deliver smooth, reliable performance, backed by industry-leading security protocols and 24/7 multilingual customer support.

A Global Vision for the Future of Online Gaming

CyberArena’s rebrand to taptap is a strategic step forward in shaping the future of digital gaming. Built with scalability and international expansion in mind, the platform combines next-generation usability with a strong foundation of trust, compliance, and responsible entertainment.

“This rebranding represents a renewal of our promise to global users. As taptap, we will push boundaries, embrace innovation, and set new standards for excellence in online gaming,” added the spokesperson.

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