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Superbet Group Announces Appointment of Sacha Dragic as Co-CEO
Superbet Group has announced key leadership appointments, approved by the Board of Directors. Sacha Dragic, the founder of Superbet, will return to the Group in an executive role. Sacha and Jimmy Maymann, current CEO, will partner to take on new roles as Co-CEOs of the Group.
Sameen Jalal, who prior to joining Superbet was previously the Director of Engineering leading applied machine learning at Wayve, and had numerous leadership roles in Facebook, has been appointed Chief Technology Officer. Andrei Dusu, who prior to joining Superbet was the co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Eversync, and had numerous leadership roles in Google, has been appointed Chief Product Officer. Albert Simsensohn who joined Superbet following leadership roles in McKinsey and Meta has been appointed Chief Operating Officer.
Hans-Holger Albrecht, Chairman of the Board of Superbet Group, said: “In Superbet we always stretch for more, and after considering all of the opportunities we have ahead of us, it was obvious for me that we should strengthen our leadership team even further. Working closely with Sacha and Jimmy, I’ve seen that they are a powerful combination, which, alongside the rest of our leadership team, will help us to deliver our global ambitions even faster and more efficiently. I’m delighted with the appointments of Sameen, Andrei and Albert who each bring exceptional global platform experience and capability to our leadership team.”
Jimmy Maymann, Co-CEO of Superbet Group, said: “This has been a year of significant growth in our journey to becoming a product-led company. Our regional strategy is accelerating at pace, as market leader in Romania, number one brand in Belgium, very strong growth rates in Poland and pursuing podium position in Serbia. However, alongside the growth we see in our Brazil operation there is a more global set of opportunities that we will capture. It’s clear that Sacha will bring a game-changing impact in returning to the business to help us to move faster to the next phase of our growth. The appointments of Sameen, Andrei and Albert further strengthen our leadership team, enabling us to scale further and quicker. I’m looking forward to partnering with Sacha and the rest of the leadership team to accelerate from a strong base.”
Sacha Dragic, Founder and Co-CEO at Superbet Group, said: “At Superbet we have always planned many horizons ahead with ambition and I’m pleased to see the progress and speed with which the team have been growing and scaling the business to meet this ambition. The opportunities ahead of us, however, are significant and so it was the right time to return to the business and also to further strengthen our leadership team with global platform and scaling experience. I’m delighted with the appointments of Sameen, Andrei and Albert who join an exceptional leadership team, and I look forward to partnering closely with Jimmy and the leadership team in delivering our strategy and growth plans.”
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CT Gaming Celebrated its 25th Anniversary with a Three-Day Team-Building Event
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, CT Gaming hosted an unforgettable three-day team-building event for its employees at the picturesque “Katarino” complex. The programme as dynamic, filled with diverse activities that fostered team bonding—from fun quizzes and sports tournaments to refreshing mountain hikes and moments of complete relaxation. The highlight of the event was the glamorous gala dinner, themed “Classic Stars,” where employees and departments with outstanding contributions to the company’s success were rightfully honoured by company Founder Milo Borissov and Vice President Rossi McKee. Following the formal part of the evening, the beloved actor and comedian Krasi Radkov brought smiles and laughter to the audience.
“Twenty-five years in the business is a significant achievement, one we couldn’t have reached without the dedication and ambition of the team behind CT Gaming. That’s why we decided to celebrate this milestone all of us – together,” Mr. Borissov, founder of CT Gaming, said.
“As we mark this anniversary, we celebrate not only the success of our products but also the dedication of our incredible team, as well as the trust of our partners and clients. Looking ahead, CT Gaming remains focused on business expansion and actively shaping the future of the gaming industry,” Rossi McKee, Vice President of CT Gaming, said.
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BC.GAME Launches $BC Mining Rush
BC.GAME, a leading crypto gaming platform, has launched $BC Mining Rush, an exclusive event with a staggering prize pool of 1 billion $BC tokens. The event will run from October 1 to October 20, 2024, offering players the chance to win daily rewards simply by placing bets of $1 or more.
This event is designed to offer participants an easy entry into the crypto space, providing opportunities for daily wins while keeping participation straightforward and accessible.
Key Highlights of the $BC Mining Rush
Massive Daily Prize Pool: Win Big with Just $1
The $BC Mining Rush features an impressive 50 million $BC daily prize pool. With just a $1 wager, participants can enter the daily prize draw, and larger wagers can boost their share of the winnings. This setup allows players of all experience levels to compete for a portion of the 1 billion $BC total prize pool, maximising their potential returns.
Easy and Accessible Participation
The $BC Mining Rush has simplified the participation process to ensure that both new and seasoned players can easily take part. There are no complicated requirements or technical barriers—users simply place their wagers daily and watch their potential winnings grow. Daily winners will receive their rewards the following day, ensuring a smooth and transparent payout process.
Daily Rewards Structure: A Chance to Win Every Day
Each day of the event offers a fresh opportunity to claim a portion of the 50 million $BC prize pool. The more a player wagers, the greater their share of the daily prize pool. Players’ rewards are based on their percentage of total wagers for that day, making the event as fair as it is rewarding.
“We are thrilled to bring the $BC Mining Rush to our community. This event is our way of rewarding loyal players while introducing new users to the thrill of crypto gaming with the chance to win big,” said Jack Dorset, CEO of BC.GAME.
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Rickard Vikström, CEO & Founder of Internet Vikings, Honored in Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 List
The Innovation Group, together with Global Gaming Business (GGB) magazine, has announced Rickard Vikström, CEO and Founder of Internet Vikings, as one of the honorees of the Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 Class of 2025. This list recognizes professionals under the age of 40 who have made significant contributions and are set to become leaders in the casino gaming industry.
Rickard Vikström has been recognized for his leadership in the field of in-state hosting solutions for the iGaming and online sports betting industry. As the CEO of Internet Vikings, Rickard has established the company which is now the fastest-growing hosting provider in the US, serving 24 states.
“I am honored to be included in this list of talented individuals making a bold impact in the casino gaming industry. I share this recognition with the entire Internet Vikings team and our leading hosting solutions that support the growth and success of our clients in the iGaming and online sports betting sectors,” said Rickard Vikström.
The Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 Class of 2025 was carefully selected by a distinguished committee including representatives from PENN Entertainment. Their decision reflects Rickard Vikström’s impact on the industry and his achievements in strategic leadership. Other 40 under 40 leaders include FanDuel’s Karolina Pelc and Everi’s Darryl DeRaedt.
The honorees will be celebrated at the Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 Networking Reception in partnership with Global Gaming Expo (G2E) on Wednesday, the 9th of October, 2024.
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