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HappyHour solidifies industry expertise with Kelly Kehn appointment
Happyhour, a seed and early stage VC accelerator in iGaming, has recently appointed Kelly Kehn to the key role of Partner, Communications & Industry Relations.
Kehn has extensive experience in betting and igaming having held several senior roles across the industry including Global Relationship Director for SBC and Co-Founder of All-In Diversity Project, the not-for-profit initiative driving diversity, equality and inclusion in the sector.
Kelly’s new role at Happyhour will have her overseeing the fund’s communications, event presence and relationships with the industry at large. She brings with her an extensive network of industry leaders as well as a truly global perspective.
Robin Reed, CEO of Happyhour, said: “ HappyHour is doubling down on the future of gaming. Together with our partners, we are investing into ideas, people and companies that can transform our industry. Kelly brings a unique skill set, network and values that will help us build the right relationships, source new ideas and bring the right partners along as we continue our growth.”
Kelly Kehn said: “Sometimes you think you’ve seen it all, and then a leader or an idea or a group of people come along that totally changes the way you think. I got all three with Happyhour. I couldn’t be more excited to join this incredible team transforming the industry for the better.”
Antonina Ivanova Head of Legal & Compliance at BGaming
BGaming Secures Approval for Brazil
Rapidly expanding content provider continues LatAm expansion by certifying its games in Brazil.
Popular iGaming content provider BGaming is proud to announce it has received full certification and is now ready to enter the Brazilian market.
BGaming’s technical system of gaming software and portfolio have received approval from Gaming Associates Labs (GA Lab) and Gaming Laboratories International (GLI), certifying that its products are fully compliant and eligible to enter the Brazilian market. GLI is among the industry’s most rigorous testing bodies, ensuring providers fully comply with industry standards before entering a market.
By securing these certificates, BGaming can now open the door to working with licensed operators within Brazil. Brazilian players will have the opportunity to experience BGaming’s innovative portfolio for the first time, including creative titles like Snoop Dogg Dollars, Panda Luck, and Aztec Clusters.
This entry into Brazil represents a pivotal moment in BGaming’s global expansion strategy, particularly as it focuses on the burgeoning Latin American market. The company was recently awarded a supplier’s certification to enter Peru and Columbia at the end of 2024, further highlighting its commitment to growth in the region.
Antonina Ivanova, Head of Legal & Compliance at BGaming, said: “Brazil is one of the most dynamic iGaming markets in the world right now. Receiving this approval is a massive milestone for BGaming and a testament to our entire team’s hard work and dedication.
“Latin America plays a pivotal role in our global expansion strategy, and securing this certification makes a strong statement about the company’s intention to shake things up throughout 2025. We are committed to putting our products in front of as many players as possible, and we cannot wait to hit the ground running in Brazil.”
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Playson strengthens its footprint in Brazil with series of strategic partnerships
Playson, the accomplished digital entertainment supplier, has secured its entry into Brazil, further reinforcing its Latin American footprint.
The landmark move signifies a major milestone for the award-winning game studio as it enters one of the world’s most eagerly anticipated regulated iGaming markets.
Playson’s successful pathway, granted by The Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA), sees its creative portfolio, including the top performing Hold and Win and Hit the Bonus series, now available to the country’s diverse player base through licensed operators such as Entain, Brazino777, Betano, Superbet, EstrelaBet and Novibet.
Playson’s expansion into Brazil strengthens its rapidly growing LatAm presence having recently penned a distribution deal with Light & Wonder to provide its extensive game portfolio to players across the region. The company’s reputation of delivering immersive gaming experiences complemented by feature-first mechanics, positions it as a leading LatAm supplier.
Tamas Kusztos, Chief Commercial Officer at Playson, said: “We are delighted to have successfully entered the Brazilian market and look forward to building on our established LatAm reputation, with players across the region resonating strongly with our dynamic offering.
“It is credit to departments across the entire Playson team who worked tirelessly to make this entry possible. Now it is time to ensure Brazilian players have access to some of the very best iGaming content available on the market.”
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PENN Entertainment Confirms Receipt of Director Nominations
PENN Entertainment Inc. confirmed that its Board of Directors has received notice from HG Vora Capital Management LLC that it has nominated three director candidates to stand for election to the Company’s Board of Directors at PENN’s 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. PENN issued the following statement:
The PENN Board and management team are committed to creating long-term value for all shareholders and will continue to take actions to achieve that objective. We regularly solicit feedback and engage with the investment community about our strategy, performance and business priorities. The Board’s Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee will carefully review HG Vora’s proposed director nominees, in line with PENN’s normal evaluation procedures, and present its formal recommendation regarding the election of directors in the Company’s proxy materials, which will be filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ahead of the 2025 Annual Meeting.
The 2025 Annual Meeting has not yet been scheduled, and PENN shareholders are not required to take any action at this time.
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