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FunFair Games appoints Mark McGinley as CEO
Innovative content studio FunFair Games has announced former Entain Director, Mark McGinley, as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), reinforcing the company’s commitment to lead the development of a new style of content for the igaming industry.
In his role, McGinley will help further scale the business and enhance its product roadmap, allowing FunFair Games to accelerate its games output and global distribution.
McGinley previously worked as Entain’s Director of Game Studios where he managed the company’s internal game production. Having also held senior roles at RNG Foundry, Casumo and Odobo, he brings with him a significant level of experience in studio management, game production and distribution.
FunFair Games was launched to take advantage of the potential around the multiplayer games vertical and since its inception, the company has looked to innovate. McGinley’s appointment will help take the company to the next level.
As part of the announcement, FunFair Games’ COO, Lloyd Purser, will take a step back to focus on FunFair Ventures, the venture capital business, giving the FunFair Technologies group two developing brands in its portfolio.
Lloyd Purser, COO of FunFair Games, said: “Everyone at FunFair Games is thrilled to have Mark on board as his experience and contacts across the industry will be invaluable to the business.
“In our journey so far we’ve proved that the market is ripe for a new style of game. The next stage of that journey is to up the ante and make our games an absolute must have for operators looking to drive new revenue streams with a more diverse portfolio. Mark is exactly what we need to take FunFair Games to the next level and we’re extremely excited to have him as our new CEO.”
Mark McGinley, FunFair Games CEO, added: “I’m proud to have been made the CEO of such an innovative and exciting company as FunFair Games and I’m looking forward to helping the business expand and strengthen its foothold in the iGaming industry.
“The multiplayer vertical has garnered a lot of attention lately, with many realising how prosperous this area can be, and FunFair Games aims to be at the forefront of this exciting space in the industry.”
Brais Pena Sanchez
Kambi Group plc signs regulated market partnership with Stake ahead of Brazil launch
Kambi will supply its leading online Turnkey Sportsbook to Stake in selected markets, with first launch in regulated Brazil recently completed
Kambi Group plc (“Kambi”), the home of premium sports betting solutions, has entered a partnership with Stake to support the operator’s growth in regulated sports betting markets, starting with its launch in Brazil.
Founded in 2017, Stake, part of the Easygo group, has quickly established itself as a significant global player and was recently ranked in the top 20 of the EGR Power 50 list. With an ambition to expand its global footprint, Stake has turned to Kambi, the leader in regulated sports betting.
The Turnkey Sportsbook partnership is already underway following the launch of Stake’s real-money, Kambi-powered sportsbook in the recently regulated market of Brazil. The agreement also enables Stake to leverage Kambi’s Turnkey Sportsbook in additional regulated markets around the globe.
Werner Becher, Kambi Group Chief Executive Officer, said: “Kambi has a proud history of driving growth for operators in regulated markets around the world and we look forward to doing similar for Stake. Kambi’s advanced and compliant technology enables operators to offer a leading sportsbook product, even within highly complex frameworks, so I’m excited to see what Kambi and Stake can achieve together in Brazil and other regulated markets.”
Brais Pena Sanchez, Easygo Chief Strategy Officer, added: “Launching in the newly regulated market of Brazil is a major milestone for us and we are excited to have partnered with Kambi to leverage their Sportsbook solution to support our global regulated market expansion. Our experience in the region, paired with Kambi’s cutting-edge technology, will allow us to elevate our offering and provide our customers with exciting experiences in Brazil and beyond.”
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BetPlay
EGT Digital’s top-performing titles are live on the leading Colombian betting site Betplay
EGT Digital is expanding its presence in Colombia. The Bulgarian provider’s casino content is now available to visitors of Betplay, one of the leading betting sites in the country. The slot titles made a very strong debut, immediately capturing the attention of players, according to representatives of the operator.
They added: “We are very happy to collaborate with a world-class company like EGT Digital. The thematic diversity, high winning chances, and attractive bonus options of their games have won the hearts of our customers. I believe that the provider’s gaming solutions will continue to unleash their potential and contribute to increasing our platform’s popularity among the local audience.”
Silviya Marinova, Director of EGT Colombia, also gave a positive comment regarding the partnership: “The collaboration with Betplay is a great success for us, as it gives us the opportunity to reach even more players in Colombia and to strengthen our status as one of the top iGaming providers not only in the country but also in the LatAm region. I am confident that we have laid the foundations of a very fruitful cooperation, which will bring many benefits to both parties and the players themselves.”
Brazil
WA.Technology makes its debut in Brazil’s regulated market
WA.Technology, the award-winning B2B iGaming solutions provider, has announced it will power leading authorised operators in Brazil after the company received technical standards certification from GLI (Gaming Laboratories International), an approved testing house, against the technical standards outlined by Brazil’s regulator.
GLI’s technical standards certification ensures that WA.Technology complies with the Brazilian regulatory requirements, demonstrating its position as the go-to B2B partner for licensed operators looking to excel in the Brazilian market.
WA.Technology’s authorised partners will gain access to WA.Technology’s cutting-edge platform and innovative technology, enabling them to deliver highly personalised, localised, and exciting experiences to bettors across Brazil.
As well as working alongside GLI to obtain the necessary certifications, WA.Technology has a fully operational team based in Brazil in preparation for its future market expansion. This allows the platform provider to remain in tune with ongoing market needs and regulatory developments, as well as enhancing its capabilities to deliver real-time support to operators in Portuguese – adding an additional layer of localisation to its product suite.
Brazil is anticipated to be one of the largest gambling markets in the world. Reports from H2 Gambling Capital suggest that Brazil’s sports betting and gaming market is projected to reach US$10bn (R$47.2bn) in GGR by 2029.
Waldir Marques, Director of Regulatory Affairs LatAm at WA.Technology, celebrated the company’s entry into Brazil: “Receiving the platform certification from GLI is an incredibly important milestone for WA.Technology; this is a testament to our commitment and determination to meet even the highest standards of regulatory compliance as required by the Brazilian market.”
“WA.Technology has unmatched levels of local expertise, enabling us to become one of the market’s most prominent platform providers – with a reputation for excellence. WA.Technology is here to support our partners in navigating regulations and pursuing new growth across Brazil, ensuring they have all the tools they need for long-term success.”
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