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Merkur Gaming Looking Forward to the Grand Finale of London’s ICE
It is the last time the global gaming industry comes together for ICE in London. After ten editions at the Exhibition Centre London (ExCeL), the industry’s largest and most important trade fair will celebrate its well-deserved conclusion in the capital of the UK from February 6 to 8, before making its debut in Barcelona next year. Of course, Merkur Gaming will not miss the opportunity to participate in this final London exhibition in its well-known size and brilliance. The international distribution brand of adp Merkur is one of the most important names in the international gambling industry and will show an extensive and innovative product portfolio as one of the largest exhibitors at the trade fair in London. At booth N4 (110, 210, 230 and 250), visitors can immerse themselves in the world of Merkur products and celebrate the last ICE in London with Merkur Gaming.
“ICE is the highlight of the entire gambling industry every year. For weeks and months, we have been excitedly looking forward to filling our stand with new product innovations and presenting them to our customers and guests,” Athanasios “Sakis” Isaakidis, Chief Executive International at Merkur Gaming, said.
The main attraction of Merkur Gaming’s product range is a new cabinet that will enchant the international market with its incomparable modularity. Equally innovative and entertaining are the new Linked Progressives from Merkur: Clash Link, Link Wave, and Link Zone Rush are three novelties that will attract the attention of customers and visitors. Just like the new Multigame package M-Prime, which perfectly complements the already proven and highly popular M-Line package. Also new in the cabinet portfolio is a new version of the Zonic cabinet, which has been successful both internationally and in the German street market. Last but not least, after an intensive development phase, Merkur Gaming will unveil its new roulette for the first time at ICE.
Alongside Merkur Gaming, numerous other subsidiaries of the Merkur Group will also exhibit at the London trade fair. The area of Merkur eSolutions promises exciting insights into the world of online gaming. As an umbrella brand, it demonstrates a modern 360-degree approach together with Merkur Group subsidiaries EPG, Bede Gaming, and edict egaming that effectively connects stationary and online gaming worlds thanks to innovative product solutions. A key part of this portfolio is EPG’s own E-Wallet Paylado, which is considered one of the most innovative e-money payment options for online gaming. GeWeTe’s cash handling experts will show how customers can optimise their money processing and make it even more efficient, including their bestseller Cash-Centre Premium and their latest innovation Cash-Centre Slim.
In addition to games and AWP machines from international distribution brand Merkur Gaming, adp Merkur will also present products for the German home market at ICE. These include the Zonic Zone Asia introduced last year as well as their latest Respin Feature “Golden Nugget”. Furthermore, Merkur Dosniha will showcasing the product landscape of the Spanish gambling market, while Blueprint Gaming and Blueprint Operations will focus on stationary as well as online gaming offerings in the UK.
“As you can see, we have a number of impressive new product innovations in our luggage that our customers and guests should discover at ICE. The entire team has worked incredibly hard over the past weeks and months to bring a worthy and unforgettable final trade fair appearance to London. Although we are looking forward to relocating to Barcelona with great anticipation, we look back with a great deal of nostalgia on the last ICE at Exhibition Centre London. Therefore: Visit us at booth N4 (110, 210, 230 and 250) and let’s make this last London ICE something very special together,” said Athanasios “Sakis” Isaakidis.
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7-Eleven selects Jackpot.com as their official lottery partner
Online Lottery Courier Service Jackpot.com Announces Exclusive Collaboration with 7-Eleven, Inc.
Jackpot.com will serve as the official lottery courier service of 7-Eleven, Inc., initially launching in Ohio and Massachusetts
Jackpot.com – the online lottery courier service that allows consumers to purchase official state lottery tickets on their phone, tablet, or computer – announced today an exclusive collaboration with 7-Eleven Inc., the largest convenience store chain in the world, to serve as their official lottery courier service.
As part of the collaboration, 7-Eleven customers in Ohio and Massachusetts will be able to sign up and play lottery games and scratchers on the Jackpot.com app or website. The program will initially be launched in over 600 7-Eleven and Speedway stores in Ohio and Massachusetts, with a special launch promotion that gives 7-Eleven customers a free lottery ticket on their first deposit by using promo code, “7Eleven”.
“We’re thrilled to work with 7-Eleven, the leading retailer of lottery tickets in the country,” said Akshay Khanna, CEO and co-founder of Jackpot.com. “Leveraging our technology and innovation, we can provide additional convenience for their customers, while adding an additional source of revenue. A true win-win relationship for all.”
By launching in Ohio and Massachusetts in 2023 and 2024, respectively, Jackpot.com aims at adding another avenue for player convenience with one of the most widely recognized brands in the convenience-retailing space. With a presence in Ohio, the nation’s seventh-largest lottery market, and Massachusetts, whose state lottery produced $1.2 billion in net profit for the Commonwealth during the 2024 fiscal year, Jackpot.com’s collaboration with 7-Eleven represents an added layer of accessibility for players.
Jackpot.com remains committed to responsible play and has significantly invested in protocols by allowing customers of legal age to set spend limits and limits on daily deposits, all while providing access to local and national responsible gambling resources, self-exclusion, self-suspension and automated notifications that offer help should problematic behavior be detected. Jackpot.com is also the only lottery courier service to launch with an iCap certification from the National Council on Problem Gambling.
To learn more, visit jackpot.com. First-time users can also download the official Jackpot.com Lottery App on the iOS or Android App Stores, where available.
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The World Esports Summit 2024 Is Here!
The IESF World Esports Summit returns this December to Busan, South Korea. Hosted at the Busan Esports Arena (BRENA) from December 5-6, the Summit will bring together prominent figures from Esports, global brands, government officials, and sports executives for a deep dive into the current Esports trends, its rapid transformations, and future challenges.
This year’s theme, “Building Bridges, Not Barriers, Through the Power of Esports,” will highlight the role of Esports in uniting cultures, ideas, and industries. Under the slogan “We Empower Success,” the
Summit provides a great platform for Esports experts to engage in meaningful discussions and sessions, sharing their insights on trends and presenting forward-looking ideas for our industry.
The event, strategically timed at the close of the competitive season, presents a perfect environment for reflection on the year’s biggest events, industry shifts, and the next steps for Esports. Attendees can follow the expert’s perspectives on topics like:
- (R)Evolution in Esports
- East Meets West
- Esports Integrity: The Role of Referees
- The Rise of International Esports Competitions
- (In Korean) Korea’s Secret Sauce etc.
Also, featured at this year’s event are the IESF World Esports Training Camp and the World Esports Referee Academy.
These are very important IESF programs that are aimed at advancing the skills and professional standards of the next generation of Esports leaders.
Join us in Busan for two days designed to inspire, connect, and empower the international Esports community.
Registration for the World Esports Summit is free and open to all interested attendees.
To register, please complete our online registration form: iesf.formstack.com/forms/wes2024_participation_registration
See you in Busan!
eSports
Akhil Sarin CMO at Easygo named as key note at ICE Esports Conference
Clarion Gaming has confirmed that Akhil Sarin CMO at Easygo, the technology powerhouse behind the success of global brands Stake and Kick will headline the Esports & Games Conference (EGC) taking place on 21 January as part of the ICE Barcelona experience. As a key member of the executive team, Akhil Sarin has been instrumental in securing the high-profile partnerships that have accelerated Stake’s growth, including the Stake F1 team, UFC, Drake, and Premier League Everton FC.
Through these strategic alliances he has amplified Stake’s brand presence at the same time as creating unique, immersive player experiences, in the process setting new industry benchmarks.
Announcing the high profile speaker Will Harding, Head of Esports at Clarion Gaming said: “Securing Akhil Sarin as EGC key note at ICE Barcelona represents a remarkable opportunity for our attendees to gain invaluable insight into cutting-edge strategies in digital and influencer marketing .
“Akhil’s expertise with Stake and Kick.com embodies the forward-thinking, innovative approach that defines the digital marketing landscapes. His participation underscores the calibre of knowledge-sharing that we are committed to delivering at ICE and he is sure to both inspire our attendees and elevate their strategic perspective.”
Looking ahead to ICE Barcelona, Akhil Sarin stated: “Collaborating with Clarion Gaming at ICE Barcelona is an exciting opportunity to showcase Stake’s journey and continued focus on bold partnerships and creative marketing strategies that resonate with audiences.”
He added “The EGC is a vital platform for exchanging transformative ideas and shaping the future of gaming and entertainment. I look forward to discussing Stake’s vision and collaborating with industry leaders to inspire growth and innovation across the sector.”
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