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Holland Casino live with Bragg Gaming Group’s ORYX Hub iGaming content

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Dutch state-owned casino live online with ORYX’s exclusive content as well as its casino gaming aggregator product in the newly regulated iGaming jurisdiction of the Netherlands

ORYX Gaming, a Bragg Gaming Group company, is live with Holland Casino in the Netherlands after the operator was awarded one of the first ten licences announced by the Dutch regulator.

Holland Casino has been operating land-based casinos in the Netherlands since 1976, and runs 14 properties across the country. An instantly recognisable brand in the region, it is fully owned by the Dutch state and employs around 3,500 people.

To supply Holland Casino’s brand-new online offering, ORYX completed an integration with the Playtech Marketplace Platform, the operator’s iGaming technology partner.

Holland Casino’s new online players will now be able to access ORYX-exclusive titles from GAMOMAT and Peter & Sons, as well as from ORYX’s in-house studio. Furthermore, ORYX will supply aggregated casino games from industry-leading suppliers to complete the full content offering.

All games supplied via the ORYX Hub, whether exclusive or aggregated, can be used with ORYX’s proprietary FUZE player engagement tools which include free rounds and gamification features such as tournaments, missions and quests; all with built-in, in-game messaging.

Chris Looney, Chief Commercial Officer at Bragg Gaming, said: “Holland Casino is an iconic brand in the Netherlands. It’s been 45 years since their first casino launch almost to the day, so we wish them a happy birthday and congratulate them on now being among the first group of operators to be granted an online licence for games of chance by the regulator.

“The Netherlands is an important part of our regulated market expansion strategy and we’re proud to be a major content partner to Holland Casino, and excited to bring our games to a brand new audience, while ensuring the highest standards of safer and responsible gambling.”

Jeroen Verkroost, Digital Transformation Director at Holland Casino, said: “The ORYX Hub iGaming content is proven in markets across Europe, and we are thrilled to bring it to our customers as they play online at Holland Casino for the first time. We’ve been impressed with ORYX’s commitment to the new Dutch market and our partnership, demonstrated by a rapid and efficient integration on our platform, early technical compliance approval, and of course, a superb range of games certified for the Netherlands. The legal market opening marks the start of a new era in Dutch casino gaming, and we look forward to providing the very best in casino entertainment to our players, together with our partner ORYX, for many years to come.”

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Bragg Gaming Group Reports 7.1% First Quarter 2025 Revenue Rise to EUR 25.5 Million (USD 28.6 Million); 27% Revenue Growth Achieved Excluding the Netherlands

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Triple-digit revenue growth in the U.S.; significant increase in profitability through improved product mix

  • 27%1 Revenue Growth Excluding the Netherlands, Driven by U.S. Revenue Growth of 150%
  • Gross Profit Margin Jumps to 56.0%, Driven by Proprietary Content Growth
  • Adjusted EBITDA Rises 19.7%, Reflecting Strong Operational Leverage
  • Robust 63.5% YoY Growth in Cash from Operations, to EUR 4.5 Million (USD 5.0 Million)
  • 62% YoY Proprietary Content Revenue Growth, Reaching a Record 15.5% of Total Revenue

Bragg Gaming Group announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2025. The Company delivered diversified revenue growth, significant margin expansion, and strong cash generation, driven by its strategic focus on proprietary content and expansion in key growth markets.

Summary of Financial and Operational Highlights

Euros (millions)(1) 1Q25 1Q24 Change
Revenue € 25.5 € 23.8 7.1 %
Gross profit € 14.3 € 11.9 20.3 %
Gross profit margin 56.0 % 49.9 % 612 bps
Adjusted EBITDA(2) € 4.1 € 3.4 19.7 %
Adjusted EBITDA margin 16.0 % 14.3 % 169 bps
Operating Income (Loss) € (1.7) € (1.3) 32.5 %

 

(1) Bragg’s reporting currency is Euros. The exchange rate provided is EUR 1.00 = USD 1.12. Due to fluctuating currency exchange rates, this reference rate is provided for convenience only.

(2) “Adjusted EBITDA” is a non-IFRS measure. For important information on the Company’s non-IFRS measures, see “Non-IFRS Financial Measures” below.

 

“We are thrilled to be reporting a strong start to 2025, showing that we are executing on our strategy and moving the metrics that we believe are most important to shareholder value,” Matevž Mazij, CEO of Bragg commented: “During the quarter we continued to improve our product mix, generating a greater proportion of revenue from high-margin proprietary content. In turn, this contributed to a higher Adjusted EBITDA margin, which combined with careful cost controls demonstrate operational leverage and increased cash generation.

“As is widely reported, the Netherlands market has slowed in recent quarters due to regulatory pressures, a challenge faced by Bragg as with all operators and suppliers who serve this regulated market. I’m pleased that Bragg has shown resilience under these pressures and is reducing its exposure to the Netherlands while seeing strong growth in markets such as the United States and Brazil. Excluding the Netherlands, revenue growth year-over-year came in at a robust 27%1, driven in part by triple-digit growth in the U.S.”

127% YoY revenue growth excluding revenue derived from Bragg’s customers licensed and operating in the Netherlands jurisdiction

Key Highlights:

  • Improved Margins and Cash generation: Adjusted EBITDA margins increased 169bps year over year; excluding non-recurring exceptional costs and FX impacts, EUR 0.9 million of free cash generated.
  • Improved Revenue Diversification: Continued decreasing reliance on the Netherlands and lower-margin BetCity, replaced by growth in margin-accretive revenue in new markets.
  • US Market Growth: Bragg experienced triple-digit growth in U.S. revenue derived from its proprietary and exclusive online casino content, significantly outpacing the overall market growth; U.S. expected to contribute up to 15% of revenue this year.
  • Brazil Launch: Successfully launched content in the newly regulated Brazilian iGaming market, a key strategic territory expected to contribute up to 10% of revenue this year.
  • Strategic Partnerships: Announced a games development and remote games server technology leasing agreement with Caesars Digital, and invested in RapidPlay, a specialist Brazilian casino content studio.
  • Key milestone: first game launched, Caesars Palace Signature Multihand Blackjack Surrender, under recently announced games development and technology partnership with Caesars Digital.
  • Leadership Appointments: Appointed Holly Gagnon as Chair of the Board.
  • Debt Reduction: Repaid USD 5 million of its secured credit note and is on track to finalize a new credit facility with improved terms.

2025 Outlook

Bragg remains focused on expanding its presence in regulated markets, enhancing its proprietary and exclusive content offerings, and leveraging its technology to drive continued growth and profitability in 2025 and beyond. The Company is actively advancing a robust pipeline of opportunities to drive strong momentum in the business.

The Company anticipates double-digit growth in Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA in the full year of 2025, with revenue guidance projected at between EUR 117.5 million and EUR 123.0 million, and Adjusted EBITDA in the range of between EUR 19.0 million and EUR 21.5 million, driven by a strategic focus on proprietary and exclusive content, and continued momentum in growth markets such as the U.S. and Latam.

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Red Rake Gaming expands its presence in New Jersey with Hard Rock Bet

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Red Rake Gaming, a leading provider of online casino content, has announced the launch of its games on the top-rated Hard Rock Bet platform via Aristocrat Interactive.

With this launch, Red Rake Gaming continues to consolidate its growth in the United States after obtaining regulatory approval in New Jersey and other strategic markets. The availability of its most innovative and high-performing games on Hard Rock Bet reinforces the company’s presence in the region and reaffirms its commitment to providing high-quality content to top-tier operators.

Grant Williams, SVP Casino at Hard Rock Bet, commented: “We’re thrilled to Roll with Red Rake Gaming via Aristocrat Interactive and provide our players with an exciting new array of innovative gaming options. Their engaging portfolio will nicely complement the over 2,700 games available on Hard Rock Bet as we continue to elevate the online gaming experience for our players.”

Nick Barr, Managing Director of Red Rake Gaming Malta, added: “We are very excited about the addition of our games on Hard Rock Bet and the opportunity to further expand our presence in the U.S. market. Hard Rock is a globally recognized brand, and we are confident that our games will resonate with Hard Rock Bet’s players, offering a unique and immersive experience.”

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Serbian language market now catered for by BetBlocker’s support service

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UK and US charity organisation, BetBlocker, synonymous with free and anonymous gambling management support services, in collaboration with Gamblers Connect, is delighted to announce the rollout of the Serbian language version of its app.

In the past 12 months, BetBlocker’s targeted language provision program has rapidly expanded. Understanding the need for friction free use of gambling management tools, the team at BetBlocker is working hard to give users the tools they need to manage their gambling habits, in their native languages. Launching the Serbian language version of the BetBlocker app is another key stepping stone on the pathway to catering for every user in their first language.   With over 7 million Serbian speakers in Serbia alone, and an estimated 3 million elsewhere, this a vast number of individuals now able to access gambling support services in their own language. In 2018, the journal International Gambling Studies, published the results of a study into problem gambling figures in Serbia and noted that 0.5% of the study participants fell into the problem gambling category. Sports betting participants in particular met the markers to gain this classification.  BetBlocker is very keen to make sure that Serbian speakers can easily access the support services that will help them gamble responsibly.

The team at BetBlocker are delighted that an affiliate website such as Gamblers Connect has shown the philanthropic spirit to work with them to offer services that can help protect the most vulnerable players out there.  Without the translation services offered pro bono by Gamblers Connect, BetBlocker would not have been able to launch their Serbian language version, and they would like to extend their thanks to the group for their help and support.

Speaking for Gamblers Connect, Gjorgje Ristikj, the Founder offered the following quote: “I’m glad to see our collaboration with BetBlocker continuing in such a positive and impactful way. Launching the Serbian version is a meaningful step forward, and we’re proud to support responsible gambling initiatives that truly make a difference.”

Duncan Garvie, Founder and Trustee of BetBlocker was thrilled when asked about the most recent language addition: “For me, this project is a win for everyone! Obviously it’s great news for Serbian gamblers that BetBlocker is now available in their language. Servia doesn’t currently have the range of support options for people looking to stop or manage their gambling, so this is a substantial step forwards in terms of harm minimisation.

But alongside this, Gamblers Connect supporting us to deliver this new service to Serbia is a clear statement of intent. The affiliate sector has been substantially under-engaged when it comes to messaging around safer gambling. And affiliates are expert communicators. No-one knows how to communicate a message to players better than affiliates. To have Gamblers Connect work with us on this project sets a fantastic example for the entire affiliate sector. One we hope will foster greater cooperation between charities and affiliates in future.”

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