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MOTORSPORT TECHNOLOGY PIONEERS GRIIIP SECURES SERIES SEED FUNDING TOWARDS RAPID MARKET EXPANSION

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Griiip, the Tel Aviv / Petach Tikva, Israel-based motorsport data technology company, announced the successful conclusion of Series Seed funding. U.S.-based investment firm, Sharp Alpha Advisors is among the leading investors in this round, joining existing strategic investors, including Porsche Ventures, the venture capital division of the iconic sports car manufacturer Porsche. The funding will act as a catalyst to support Griiip’s continued global expansion as the company works to achieve its mission of leading the transformation of motorsport viewer experiences through the application of next generation technology.

Already in action in the world-famous DTM racing series, Griiip’s cloud-based data platform makes real-time racing data available to motorsport fans, media and the gaming ecosystem. This helps attract younger audiences who demand a more immersive and personalized viewing experience of their favorite sports through digital mediums. Griiip’s proprietary ‘RedBox’ hardware collects data from race cars in real-time to a central cloud platform, where it is immediately analyzed to create data-driven products including live production graphics with expert insights, fantasy and sports betting applications and more connected fan engagement platforms.

“We’re very pleased to welcome our new investment partners into the Griiip team, a group who share our vision of transforming the way motorsport series and fans engage with each other through next generation tech,” said Griiip founder and CEO Tamir Plachinsky. “As racing fans ourselves, we know how much demand there is among the motorsport community to bring series and fans closer together, and this first round of funding will help us do precisely that. Griiip technology platforms connects all the players in the motorsport ecosystem through data-driven applications that increase fan engagement, generate new monetization opportunities for series and teams that have not been available until now.

Plachinsky goes on to add that “the sports tech market has grown rapidly in recent years, particularly in the areas of sports data infrastructure, intelligent visualization capabilities, computer vision-powered data collection, mobile fan engagement, and fantasy games and sports betting. While the global motorsport industry is rooted in technology, the viewing experience and fan engagement platforms have fallen behind other sports such as football, basketball, baseball, and American football. Griiip makes the motorsport ecosystem more accessible for fans by providing innovative ways for racing organizations, leagues, franchises and car manufacturers to engage with, provide value to, and monetize their target audiences through the application of tech hardware and software”. Partnering with the DTM in 2021/22 laid the groundwork for other top tier racing leagues to collaborate with Griiip.

Griiip investor, Sharp Alpha Advisors’ Lloyd Danzig said: “The business of motorsports is growing and evolving more rapidly than ever before, alongside a transformation in online betting and gaming. Griiip leverages data and analytics to enable racing teams, leagues, and media platforms to modernize their infrastructure and compete in an increasingly digital business landscape. There is no company better positioned than Griiip to capitalize on the bridging of the digital and physical worlds of racing.”

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GeoLocs Partners with Green Brick Labs to support their brand Maverick Games

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GeoLocs, the industry-leading geolocation product developed by mkodo, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Green Brick Labs to launch Maverick Games, an emerging operator in the online gaming sector. This collaboration reinforces GeoLocs’ commitment to supporting operators with robust, regulation-ready geolocation services that deliver a smooth and secure player experience.

Through this partnership, Maverick Games will utilise GeoLocs’ advanced geolocation platform to ensure compliance with jurisdictional requirements in regulated markets, while providing a seamless user journey across web and mobile environments.

“We’re delighted to be partnering with Maverick Games,” said Will Whitehead, Commercial Director at mkodo. “They bring an exciting and fresh perspective to the iGaming space, and we’re proud to support their expansion with a solution that not only meets regulatory demands but also puts the player experience front and centre.”

GeoLocs is designed specifically for the iGaming industry and benefits from over 13 years of experience in supporting operators and platform providers across regulated markets in North America, Latin America, and beyond. The platform is certified by GLI and the AGCO, and holds ISO 27001 accreditation—offering operators a secure, scalable, and regulator-approved solution for location verification.

Maverick Games is known for its innovative outlook and dedication to creating a user-first betting experience. As the brand continues to grow and enter new regulated markets, having a trusted geolocation partner was a critical requirement.

“Our goal is to build a product and brand that players love and trust,” said Matt Rathbun, CEO at Green Brick Labs. “To do that, we need partners who share our values of innovation, integrity and great UX. GeoLocs stood out for its reputation, proven track record in regulated markets, and the ease of integration. We’re excited about what we can achieve together.”

GeoLocs continues to expand its global reach, enabling operators to meet regulatory requirements while delivering exceptional experiences to players wherever they’re licensed to operate.

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Meridianbet Launches “Missions” Gamification Platform to Maximize Player Lifetime Value Across 18 Worldwide Markets

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The company deploys data-driven gamification technology to strengthen competitive positioning and accelerate long-term profitability

Meridianbet, a subsidiary of publicly-traded Golden Matrix Group, today announced the launch of Meridian Missions, a player reward system designed to increase user engagement and spending across its global betting and casino operations.

The platform turns regular betting activity into a points-based game where players unlock rewards by completing specific actions like making deposits or playing featured games.

Direct Impact on Revenue Metrics

The three-tier system – Bronze, Silver, and Gold – creates clear spending incentives. Players earn points through deposits, game play, and cross-product usage, with higher tiers offering better rewards including free spins, sports bonuses, and merchandise. The structure is designed to increase both session frequency and average spend per user.

This move represents a direct play on improving unit economics. Customer acquisition costs in iGaming have risen sharply, making retention-focused initiatives like Missions critical for maintaining healthy margins. The system also provides new data points for understanding player behavior and preferences.

Building on Proven Infrastructure

Missions runs on Meridianbet’s latest generation Atlas platform, which already handles over 110,000 betting events monthly across 25+ markets. The company has been operating since 2001 and previously launched an AI-powered bet and casino recommendation system that demonstrated its ability to innovate within the technical constraints of real-money gaming.

The timing aligns with broader industry trends toward gamification, as operators look beyond traditional sports betting and casino games to maintain user interest. Unlike pure-play gaming companies, Meridianbet’s approach integrates rewards directly with real-money wagering, creating a hybrid model that could prove more sustainable than standalone loyalty programs.

Market Context and Growth Strategy

The iGaming sector continues to expand globally, but with increasing regulatory scrutiny and market saturation in key regions. Meridianbet’s focus on engagement over pure acquisition reflects industry-wide recognition that sustainable growth requires deeper relationships with existing customers rather than constant new player recruitment.

The company’s geographic footprint across Europe, Africa, and Americas provides natural expansion opportunities for the Missions platform. Additional features planned for the coming weeks include account verification rewards, birthday bonuses, and referral programs – all designed to create more touchpoints between the brand and its users.

Expansion Timeline

Over the next several weeks, Meridianbet plans to add new account verification reward models, even more creative birthday and anniversary bonuses, active day tracking, and referral incentives. These additions will create more frequent engagement opportunities while providing additional data on player preferences and behavior patterns.

The Missions platform launch represents the latest step in Meridianbet’s evolution from a traditional betting operator to a comprehensive entertainment provider focused on long-term customer relationships.

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INSPIRED ENTERTAINMENT PARTNERS WITH TORRERO TO EXPAND REACH THROUGH CONTENT AGGREGATION PLATFORM

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Inspired Entertainment, Inc., a leading provider of B2B gaming content, systems, and solutions, has announced a partnership with Torrero, a casino and sportsbook platform aggregator.

Through this strategic collaboration, Inspired’s acclaimed portfolio of games is now live on the Torrero platform, expanding its reach across regulated markets including the United Kingdom, Estonia and Mexico.

The rollout includes Inspired’s most successful slot titles such as the enduring fan-favourite Gold Cash Free Spins™, the iconic Cops ‘n’ Robbers Bigger Big Money™, and the recent smash hit Golden Winner Grand Chance™. Inspired’s growing portfolio of titles offers curated blend of time-tested classics, seasonal favourites and fresh, high-impact releases designed to engage and retain players across diverse markets.

This collaboration marks another significant milestone in Inspired’s continued global expansion and reaffirms its focus on building strong, scalable partnerships that drive growth in key territories. By joining forces with Torrero, Inspired aims to captivate new audiences while further solidifying its leading presence in the competitive iGaming landscape.

Claire Osborne, Vice President at Inspired Entertainment, said: “We’re excited to partner with Torrero to bring our diverse games portfolio to new audiences. From player-favourite classics to fun seasonal titles, our games are crafted for engagement and performance. This collaboration will deliver exceptional entertainment experiences to Torrero’s operator network and their players worldwide.”

Aleksei Tolstov, Head of Business Development at Torrero, added: “Partnering with top-tier content providers like Inspired is central to our growth strategy. Inspired’s compelling, high-quality games add tremendous value to our platform, and we look forward to building on this relationship as we continue to deliver best-in-class iGaming entertainment to our customers.”

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