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Veikkaus Appoints Andreas Reimblad as VP of Sports Betting
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Veikkaus has appointed Andreas Reimblad as its new vice president of sports betting. Reimblad was previously director of sportsbook at Sweden’s Kindred Group, where he spent 12 years.
Reimblad spent three-and-a-half years as director of sportsbook at Kindred and previously served in several sports betting development roles at the company. He also worked for a time as a product manager for betting and bingo at IGT.
“I’m excited to be part of Veikkaus’ journey. The opportunity that Veikkaus may have to enter the global stage fits well with my experience of operating in several markets. I’m eager to contribute my knowledge to this exciting journey. Veikkaus has a respected reputation in the industry among both operators and suppliers. So, the timing of my transition feels perfect,” Reimblad said.
“Reimblad will bring excellent international expertise in betting business, operation, development and continuous improvement of the player experience to Veikkaus. It’s great to have an international professional to strengthen Veikkaus’ business,” Jarkko Nordlund, executive vice president of sports betting and online gaming, said.
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Expanse Studios Announces Strategic Partnership with Leading Operator 1XBet
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Expanse Studios, a leader in online gaming and a subsidiary of Golden Matrix Group Inc. (NASDAQ: GMGI), is excited to announce a strategic partnership with 1XBet, a major player in the global betting and iGaming market. This collaboration marks another key milestone as it broadens its global reach and enhances its game offerings.
A Landmark Integration of Global Relevance
This partnership introduces Expanse Studios’ extensive game portfolio to a broader audience worldwide as going forward, 1XBet’s vast user base will now have access to Expanse Studios’ leading games, including popular slots, crash games, and unique gamified options.
This collaboration not only diversifies the gaming options on 1XBet but also strengthens Expanse Studios’ position as a pioneer in the gaming industry, allowing it to tap into a platform that serves millions globally, significantly boosting the visibility and reach of its games.
Damjan Stamenkovic, CEO of Expanse Studios, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership: “Working with 1XBet is a pivotal development for us. It represents not just the culmination of months of dedicated effort but also a significant step forward in our mission to provide unparalleled gaming experiences. We are proud to align with such a reputed partner and excited about the future possibilities.”
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Tundra Esports Announces New Official Partnership With Ethlas
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Tundra Esports, The International 11 Champions and a leading name in Dota 2, announces its partnership with Ethlas, a trailblazer in the Web3 gaming industry.
Starting September 1st, both will collaborate during the Dota 2 International to kick-off the exciting partnership, showing the exciting capabilities of Gambit, a new gamer trading platform developed by Ethlas.
Gambit introduces a unique economic model that unites players with their Patrons (Bit holders). Players are rewarded proportionally based on their in-game performance, ensuring top skills translate to real-world value. Throughout TI 2024, they are putting up a US $100,000 prize pot for traders around the world.
“We are thrilled to partner with Tundra Esports, one of the most formidable teams in the esports arena, especially as they compete in The International this year. This collaboration aligns perfectly with Gambit Finance’s mission to revolutionise how fans and traders engage with their favourite gamers, allowing them to support and participate in the growth of esports talent. Together with Tundra, we’re pushing the boundaries of innovation in both gaming and finance”, stated Elston Sam, co-founder of Gambit Finance.
The collaboration between Tundra Esports and Ethlas is founded on shared values and a mutual dedication to excellence in esports, uniting Dota 2 enthusiasts worldwide to tap into their deepest strategic insights and expertise in the game.
Maxim Demin, Owner & Co-Managing Director of Tundra Esports: “We are excited to embark on this journey with Ethlas. At Tundra we are constantly looking for new ways to engage with our audience in an authentic and meaningful way, and we hope that this partnership will unlock new opportunities for every Tundra fan around the globe. Please welcome Ethlas as our new Official Partner!”
Tundra’s Dota 2 team are the reigning world champions, winning The International in 2022, beating the opposing team in a clean 3-0 sweep. The roster have qualified for their placement in The International on Jun 23, 2024, with an exciting 2-1 win against PSG.Quest.
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GGPoker Welcomes Lebanon’s PokerArabia To World’s Biggest Poker Room
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GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, is thrilled to announce that players from PokerArabia, the Middle East’s only government-licensed online poker room, are set to join the vibrant GGPoker community. This exciting development marks a significant milestone in GGPoker’s ongoing commitment to open access to global liquidity to online poker markets worldwide.
PokerArabia, based in Lebanon and managed by Casino Du Liban, will migrate its player base to the award-winning GGPoker platform over the weekend of September 1, 2024. This integration ensures that PokerArabia players will now enjoy the benefits of belonging to the largest and most dynamic poker community, including access to the richest and most prestigious online poker tournaments and in time to compete for some of the 33 bracelets on offer at GGPoker’s WSOP Online 2024.
Sarne Lightman, Managing Director of GGPoker, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating: “We are incredibly excited to welcome PokerArabia players to the GGPoker family. This partnership with Casino Du Liban underscores our commitment to bringing global liquidity and the best online poker experience to players worldwide. Lebanese players can now look forward to joining the world’s biggest poker community and competing in the best games and biggest tournaments available anywhere.”
Jad Gharios, Chairman and CEO of Onlive Support Services (the operator of BetArabia and PokerArabia by Casino du Liban license) added, “We are constantly looking to provide our clients with the best services and products in the market, and our partnership with GGPoker complements this direction. We look forward to the online launch, offering WSOP Online to the region, and hosting a live WSOP event at the historically-acclaimed Casino du Liban in the near future.”
Casino Du Liban, a renowned live gaming venue that first received its license from the Lebanese government in 1957, launched its online gaming platform, BetArabia, in November 2022. This transition to GGPoker represents a new chapter for PokerArabia players, providing them with enhanced gaming opportunities and a superior online poker environment.
The migration of PokerArabia to the GGPoker platform is set for the weekend of September 1, after which all eligible Lebanese players will be able to enjoy the numerous benefits and features of the GGPoker platform and liquidity. This collaboration further highlights GGPoker’s dedication to innovation, excellence, and global outreach in the online poker industry.
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