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Games Global signs exclusive partnership with UFC to produce unique branded slots

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Games Global has signed an exclusive deal with UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, for the development of branded content influenced by the popular sports brand.

Games Global will produce unique UFC-themed slot titles over a three-year period, with the first title scheduled for release and ready for a global rollout in July of this year, following an exclusive soft launch in May.

UFC is a globally recognised sports brand with more than 700 million fans and approximately 260 million social media followers. The organisation produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries.

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As UFC has a similar target audience to Games Global, the deal provides many great partnership opportunities including the ability to collaborate on new game titles with the goal of allowing both parties to recruit new players and fans. UFC will promote and support the launch of the games via its global marketing ecosystem.

Andy Booth, Chief Product Officer at Games Global, said: “Games Global is thrilled to announce this knockout partnership with UFC, bringing the Octagon to life across multiple epic slot titles in the next few years. This exclusive deal allows us to develop UFC-themed online slots for millions of UFC fans who share our passion for action and excitement. Partnering with UFC, one of the most popular sports brands in the world, is significant for us and we look forward to showcasing our first title to the world in the coming months.”

Tracey Bleczinski, SVP of Licencing at UFC, said: “At UFC, we’re always looking for innovative ways to engage with our passionate fanbase around the world. This exciting new partnership with Games Global allows us to do just that by bringing the intensity and energy of the Octagon to life through unique UFC-themed slot titles. We believe that these games will be a hit with fight fans everywhere, and we are proud to be working with Games Global, a leading provider and distributor of iGaming content, to deliver this world-class entertainment experience.”

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Kambi Group plc signs regulated market partnership with Stake ahead of Brazil launch

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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.”

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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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EGT Digital’s top-performing titles are live on the leading Colombian betting site Betplay

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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.”

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WA.Technology makes its debut in Brazil’s regulated market

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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.

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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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