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BetGames appoints Adam Lahouiri as new Head of Product
Leading live dealer and betting games provider BetGames has appointed Adam Lahouiri as Head of Product to spearhead its ongoing content development drive.
Joining from Entain, Lahouiri will be leveraging his considerable industry experience and insight to support BetGames’ ambitious rollout of all new content, while exploring the optimisation and enhancement of its existing product proposition and customer development tools.
Lahouiri boasts an impressive track record of leading key product developments. His recent notable projects include the ideation and creation of successful live dealer games and devising and launching Ladbrokes’ live lobby platform, Game Show World. A concept that he curated alongside the Entain brand’s in-house product team.
Part of the impressive Entain commercial team responsible for revenue and player growth across its portfolio, Lahouiri’s efforts will align with BetGames’ continuing strategy of catering to the changing needs of modern players.
In his new role he will be tasked with delivering his continued track record of innovation; bringing unique new and familiar game styles to the market that will maintain the provider’s market-leading reputation for player loyalty and extended engagement.
Commenting on the appointment, Ian Catchick, Chief Product and Business Development Officer said: “Adam joining our team is a major boost to our ongoing product development efforts.
“His skills and knowledge will be invaluable to the evolving demands of our goals to create new live and RNG content, both key areas that match the changing needs of our players while taking our existing products and developing them to further cement our status as the industry’s leading tier-one provider of bespoke studio content.”
“We see his new role as a fantastic opportunity to significantly boost our efforts to drive growth and revenue – providing long-term, sustainable entertainment for players, as well as creating live dealer and betting games content that engages and excites like no other. Welcome aboard, Adam!”
Adam Lahouiri, Head of Product at BetGames, added: “Joining a truly tier-one supplier brand like BetGames is an incredible opportunity for me to leverage my experience in creating just the same kind of content that they themselves have become renowned for.
“Having enjoyed a fantastic career in live gaming, I’ve gained a unique insight into the products that make the vertical tick and the players that enjoy them.
“I’m thoroughly looking forward to getting started on bringing all my knowledge to bear on BetGames’ exciting content plans and doing my part to keep it at the fore of Live Casino experiences.”
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Gila River Resorts & Casinos hosts $5.9 million Big Game prop play contest
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Spinomenal makes US debut with New Jersey market entry
Spinomenal, the leading iGaming content provider, has made its US debut after launching an exciting collaboration with a leading operator in the state of New Jersey, and is anticipating many more valuable collaborations with top tier online casinos.
Following impressive growth rates, Spinomenal is making a major move into the New Jersey iGaming market, marking a key step in its global expansion. By entering this crucial U.S. region, Spinomenal will bring its innovative games to a new audience, strengthening its presence and leadership in the iGaming industry.
Spinomenal’s specially selected titles will be going live via Pariplay’s Fusion aggregation platform in the New Jersey market. Some of the outstanding titles being made available for NJ players are Demi Gods II, Majestic Wild Buffalo and Kitsune’s Scrolls.
This marks a major milestone in Spinomenal’s strategic expansion plan, as this debut establishes the company’s initial presence within the New Jersey market, with further growth anticipated across the US iGaming ecosystem. This move underscores Spinomenal’s commitment to expanding its global footprint and further solidifying its position as a leader in the online casino industry.
Lior Shvartz, CEO for Spinomenal commented: “After a decade of establishing and positioning Spinomenal as a leading provider in the iGaming industry, we have now taken a big leap and will provide our exciting content to the esteemed New Jersey audience. We are highly optimistic about entering this prominent market, following the process of obtaining approval from the DGE.”
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Hard Rock Bet, Unity by Hard Rock Loyalty Programs Come Together for Unprecedented Rewards
Hard Rock International announced that Hard Rock Bet is now fully integrated into Unity by Hard Rock, a one-of-a-kind loyalty program that rewards members for doing the things they love across Hard Rock’s portfolio of more than 200 locations including hotels, casinos, cafes, and Rock Shops around the world.
Hard Rock Bet, Hard Rock International, and Seminole Gaming’s top-rated sports betting and online casino platform, will maintain its free online Loyalty Rewards program, which gives players the opportunity to earn points and one-of-a-kind rewards for their play. With the Unity integration, players will earn Tier Credits for both programs with their online play at Hard Rock Bet and can seamlessly transfer points between the two programs for online and on-property rewards. Upon signing up for Hard Rock Bet, players will automatically be registered for a Unity by Hard Rock account if they aren’t already a member.
The complimentary Unity by Hard Rock global loyalty program offers an array of benefits and services at participating Hard Rock locations where members can earn and redeem Unity Points toward free nights, dining experiences, great merch, and free play. Hard Rock also embarked on a partnership with Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises to reward travelers on land, sea and at ports of call with reciprocal benefits through Unity by Hard Rock, Royal Caribbean’s Club Royale and Celebrity Cruises’ Blue Chip Club. Now inclusive of Hard Rock Bet players, members gain exclusive access to offers, promotions, and rewards, as well as discounts to participating Hard Rock properties.
“Integrating Hard Rock Bet into Unity will be a game-changer for guest engagement. This enhancement not only offers a fun, interactive way for guests to earn points when placing bets, but also significantly boosts loyalty. By rewarding guests for their playtime, we create a win-win scenario where guests enjoy an enriched experience, and we foster an introduction to all the amazing verticals in our brand through point redemption opportunities at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and entertainment venues,” said Keith Sheldon, President of Entertainment & Brand Management at Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming.
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