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Southampton FC scouting sports tech startups for Future of Football challenge
The Future of Football challenge is open to innovative companies ready to shape and test their solutions for updated football experiences in either the football development or fan engagement space. In spirit with its values of innovation and doing things differently, Southampton FC will offer a 4-week virtual programme — powered by Sport Republic and Yolo Group — to create opportunities and break away from conventional methods.
The challenge welcomes Web3 and sports tech startups and scaleups with novel solutions to:
- Football development (scouting, training, recovery, game analytics etc.)
- Fan engagement (gamification, loyalty programmes, matchday experiences, global fan engagement etc.)
Selected teams will rapidly test and pilot their solutions, participate in tailored workshops, and have regular and direct access to Southampton FC, Sport Republic, and Yolo Group decision-makers. At the St. Mary’s finale, teams will pitch for a commercial relationship with SFC and a £100k discretionary prize pool for post-programme solution development.
“Southampton FC’s commitment to innovating and creating a positive impact is central to the way we operate and make decisions. We’re excited to see programme participants create the future of football” said Sarah Batters, Director of Marketing and Partnerships as SFC.
Sport Republic, the owner of Southampton Football Club is a London-based investment firm in the sports and entertainment industry. Founded by Henrik Kraft and Rasmus Ankersen and backed by Lead Investor Dragan Šolak, Sport Republic’s vision is to grow high potential sports businesses and sports tech companies.
“Sport Republic are really looking forward to being part of the Future of Football challenge to power innovation in sports tech. We are continuously seeking the most innovative sports tech companies to join our portfolio and leveraging our clubs to drive growth and achieve digital transformation. ” said Henrik Kraft, Sport Republic and SFC Chairman.
Yolo Group is the managing partner for the Future of Football challenge. Yolo Group is a leader at the cross section of gaming, fintech, and blockchain, and operates the Sportsbet.io brand. Sportsbet.io is Southampton FC’s Main Club Partner.
“This programme is designed to push boundaries, to bring together a spectrum of solutions from startups around the globe. It’s a chance to create truly unique approaches — and test them. We’re driven by innovation; so, we’re looking forward to seeing the results,” said Tim Heath, GP at Yolo Investments, and founder of Yolo Group. The application deadline is 23 February 2023. Find more information and apply here: https://www.southamptonfc.com/saints-partners/future-of-football-challenge
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DEVILFISH SOCIAL POKER ANNOUNCES EVENBET GAMING PARTNERSHIP
DevilFish Poker, the pioneering creator of the free-to-play social community poker game, proudly announces its strategic partnership with EvenBet Gaming to develop cutting-edge social poker software.
The DevilFish Social Poker brand has witnessed remarkable growth over the past two quarters of 2024, fuelled by the resurgence of social-based Web3 poker on a global scale. Current industry statistics indicate that the social free-to-play market is valued at $8 billion and is projected to expand by over 8% annually. The alliance with EvenBet Gaming, a leader in poker software innovation, positions the DevilFish brand to accelerate their reach across multiple international markets.
JJ Williams, Co-Founder of W3 Marketing Ltd and Devilfish Poker, confidently stated, “The growth of social poker and free-to-play models has been undeniable in recent years. We are witnessing a revitalization of interest in poker from a diverse range of digital natives eager to engage in community gameplay and the latest Web3 innovations—such as avatars, skins, traits, NFTs (non-fungible tokens), and digital ownership.
Our brand is uniquely positioned, enriched by its legacy in the online poker scene and its association with the late David A. ‘Devilfish’ Ulliott, a member of the WSOP Poker Hall of Fame. Our highly engaged community represents the next generation of social poker players and followers across social media and community platforms like Discord, X and Mastodon.
Selecting EvenBet Gaming as a strategic partner was a critical and confident choice; they possess a deep understanding of the synergy between traditional poker, social poker, and Web3/Crypto features, allowing us to deliver unique, innovative digital products for our poker brand throughout 2025.”
Dmitry Starostenkov, CEO of EvenBet Gaming, expressed, “DevilFish embodies a powerful brand narrative within traditional online poker, and we are inspired by how the team is reimagining this digital-first/Web3 product experience.
From the ground up, JJ and his team have successfully built an engaged community and revitalized the gaming franchise for today’s digital players—those who have evolved with social media, crypto, gamification, and digital asset ownership. Our vision, like DevilFish is global, and my mission is to expand our poker software innovation and platform, and support JJ and his team execute their global plans, for category dominance.”
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Stakelogic Enhances Offerings in Italy with Scommettendo Deal
Stakelogic and Scommettendo are set to level up the latter’s online casino experience through an exciting new partnership.
Per this deal, Scommettendo will enhance its existing game offering by adding Stakelogic’s innovative online slot catalogue and immersive portfolio of live casino games.
Stakelogic’s suite of online slot games has taken the Italian market by storm. The developer’s commitment to innovation has been a huge success with Italian players, and now Scommettendo customers will be able to enjoy this experience first-hand.
New titles like The Watcher, Piggy Town, and Trident of Legends all showcase Stakelogic’s desire to combine quirky and unique themes with dynamic gameplay mechanics, exciting bonuses, and big winning potential.
This new partnership will also see Stakelogic’s live casino portfolio made available. Stakelogic Live uses state-of-the-art streaming technology to broadcast thrilling live casino action directly from custom-built studios in Malta and The Netherlands.
As with its slot games, Stakelogic prides itself on pushing the boundaries of what live casino games are capable of, and this is on full display with titles like Super Wheel™ Game Show, Super Boost Blackjack VIP, and the Spin to Win™ Progressive Jackpot game.
Giovanni Fodera’, Country Manager at Stakelogic, said: “At Stakelogic, we are always looking for exciting new partners to continue our journey with. Scommettendo is an operator with its finger on the pulse of what Italian players are looking for, and we believe that this relationship is going to be extremely fruitful for both parties.”
Rosalba Turrisi, Product Manager at Scommettendo, said: “Our players have come to expect the best online slots and live casino games on the market, and this new partnership with Stakelogic allows us to continue to provide that.
The provider’s commitment to innovation and excitement perfectly aligns with our own brand values, and we are excited to get started.”
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Inspired Entertainment Partners with Aristocrat Interactive to Launch Revolutionary Online V-Lottery Gaming Suite for the Virginia Lottery
Inspired Entertainment Inc., a leading provider of B2B gaming content and systems, has announced the extension of its partnership with global aggregation leader Aristocrat Interactive to provide the Virginia Lottery with a comprehensive suite of Inspired V-Lottery scheduled Virtual Sports games, set to transform the iLottery gaming landscape. The supply shall be made via NeoPollard Interactive LLC, jointly owned by Pollard Banknote Limited and Aristocrat Interactive.
With this partnership, the Virginia Lottery will become the first lottery in the US to offer Inspired’s online V-Lottery content, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of lottery gaming. The initial game offerings will include exciting options in virtual football, virtual basketball, and virtual horse racing, with plans for future expansion to encompass a broader range of Virtual Sports, ensuring an engaging experience for lottery players.
The V-Lottery games will be available online, allowing Virginia residents to access and enjoy these innovative gaming experiences through the Virginia Lottery website and mobile app. The target launch date for this new offer is set for mid-2025, continuing to position the Virginia Lottery at the forefront of iLottery innovation.
“We are honored to partner with Aristocrat Interactive and NeoPollard Interactive, to bring this unprecedented gaming experience to the Virginia Lottery. This collaboration showcases players’ growing appetite for engaging online lottery experiences and will provide additional funds for good causes,” said Brooks Pierce, President and CEO of Inspired.
“As a new online content provider, Inspired is contributing to the expansion of our iLottery games portfolio. The Virginia Lottery will become the first lottery in the United States to offer online Virtual Sports, supporting our strategy of attracting new players and providing fresh, exciting gameplay experiences,” said Scott Kenyon, Deputy Executive Director of Marketing at the Virginia Lottery.
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