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bwin Becomes “Official Betting Partner of the NFL” in Germany and Austria

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The international sports betting brand bwin has entered into a partnership with the National Football League and has become the “Official Betting Partner of the NFL” in Germany and Austria. With this multi-year partnership, the bwin brand is further expanding its presence in premium sports environments and wants to further increase the NFL’s fan base, especially in German-speaking countries. The official launch of the cooperation will take place at the 2024 NFL Munich Game on November 10 in the Allianz Arena in Munich, the home of FC Bayern Munich. bwin will also be present for the first time as an official partner at this year’s NFL game between the New York Giants and the Carolina Panthers in the Bavarian capital. In addition, bwin is the “official betting partner of Super Bowl LIX” in Germany and Austria.

As the official sports betting partner of the NFL, bwin will work with the league until 2026 to bring the enthusiasm for American football to an even larger audience in Europe.

bwin will delight fans with attractive promotions and exclusive content relating to the NFL and the international games. With the targeted offers relating to sports betting, bwin aims to not only strengthen the appeal of its brand, but also to attract more people to the NFL and American football.

The partnership includes numerous activations that ensure a strong presence for the NFL and bwin. Targeted playouts are planned on the bwin and NFL channels. bwin sees itself as part of perfect game preparation and wants to create unforgettable experiences for its own users.

The cross-media integrations include social media content as well as special online formats as well as the NFL Pick’em and NFL Fantasy. This year, a special focus is on two highlight events – the 2024 NFL Munich Game, where bwin will be present on the LED boards in the stadium, and Super Bowl LIX.

Hans-Jörg Nisseler, Regional Brand Director Entain DACH: “With the NFL, we are working with a ‘best-in-class’ sports organization and supporting the league in our core markets of Germany and Austria. For bwin, this is the logical next step; major sponsorships have been firmly anchored in bwin’s DNA since the beginning. We want to support the NFL in continuing to grow its fan base. At the same time, we will position bwin as a premium brand for a unique sports and betting experience. We are very much looking forward to our time together.”

“We see how great the excitement and anticipation is for the upcoming game in Munich. November 10th is the NFL highlight of the year for our fans in German-speaking countries. That’s why we are delighted to have bwin on board as a responsible sports betting partner with whom we can create unique experiences together,” said Dr. Alexander Steinforth, General Manager, NFL Germany.

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European Casino Association Launches Strategic Supplier Partnership

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During the ECA Casino Industry Forum, hosted by HIT universe of fun in Nova Gorica, Slovenia, the European Casino Association (ECA) announced the establishment of the ECA Strategic Supplier Partnership, an initiative to foster collaboration between the association and select partners supplying the land-based casino sector. This exclusive partnership aims to enhance industry cooperation and facilitate dialogue with policymakers and stakeholders on matters of mutual interest.

The ECA welcomed four major suppliers as its inaugural Strategic Supplier Partners: Aristocrat, IGT, Light & Wonder and Novomatic. This partnership marks a new era of cooperation within the European gaming landscape.

The partnership aims to advance responsible practices within the licensed gaming sector while fostering a collaborative environment for industry stakeholders. By facilitating dialogue with European authorities, the members seek to address crucial issues and promote fair regulatory frameworks.

This initiative will explore various aspects of the industry, including equipment standardisation, enhanced security measures, and strategies to combat illegal gambling. Additionally, the partnership will serve as a platform for networking and knowledge exchange, connecting suppliers with operators and promoting responsible gaming practices alongside compliance. Through these efforts, the ECA Strategic Supplier Partnership strives to contribute to the sustainable growth and integrity of the European casino landscape.

Erwin van Lambaart, Chairman of the European Casino Association, said: “We are pleased to welcome Aristocrat Gaming, IGT, Light & Wonder and Novomatic as the founding members of the ECA’s Strategic Supplier Partnership. This collaboration allows us to share diverse perspectives and work towards solutions that benefit the entire gaming community, while respecting the distinct roles of operators and suppliers.”

“Light and Wonder are honoured to be collaborating with the ECA on this strategic partnership. We have long considered that casino operators, trade bodies and suppliers need to work closely together on issues that impact the future of our industry and this partnership represents a great opportunity to actively address those challenges together,” said Jon Lancaster, Vice President of Sales, EMEA.

“As Europe´s largest gaming technology group, NOVOMATIC is pleased to join other major suppliers in laying the foundation for the ECA Strategic Supplier Partnership. In this exclusive collaboration, we look forward to shaping the future of European gaming in a responsible and sustainable way, fostering collaboration across the industry and upholding the highest standards of compliance and player protection. We are excited to partner with the European Casino Association and firmly believe that together we can promote the long-term success of the industry,” Stefan Krenn, Member of the Executive Board NOVOMATIC AG.

“Aristocrat Gaming is pleased to be a part of the newly formed ECA partnership. Our aim is to work alongside the ECA and other suppliers to expand our collective influence in the region when it comes to regulatory reform and the evolution of gaming in EMEA,” said Marcel Heutmekers, vice president of sales and operations EMEA for Aristocrat Gaming.

“IGT is pleased to join the European Casino Association’s Strategic Partnership Alliance and collaborate with other global gaming suppliers to help drive growth opportunities for our customers and to shape a positive framework for the future of casino gaming across Europe,” said David Flinn, IGT SVP EMEA, Canada and LatAm Gaming Sales.

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Maximising Your Cross-Market Appeal

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With Bitblox introducing an entirely new breed of crypto-based price prediction games to the iGaming industry, we talked to CEO, Brandt Page, to discover how combining elements of both chance and skill with lightning-fast betting rounds has helped improve their cross-market appeal.

 

When Bitblox was first established, our core concept was relatively simple; we didn’t just want to provide players with a new twist on an existing format like slots or casino games, but instead sought to create an entirely new vertical that combined elements of chance and elements of skill.

One of the main drivers behind this decision was the fact that we wanted our releases to appeal to as broad an audience as possible – and I think from the figures we’ve seen so far, we’ve already had some notable success on that front in terms of the players that are engaging with our games.

Funnily enough, I was recently talking to the Head of Marketing from one of the operators that we work with and they told me they were struggling to place our games optimally. Initially, they’d put them in with crash and instant win content, but they soon discovered a lot of their in-game traffic was coming from sports bettors. A move to the sports betting tab followed, but the exact same-thing happened with casino players, leading to the games eventually winding up on the front page.

As this was going on, our games were continuing to post solid numbers with the customers who bet on both sports and casino – and all of this engagement was coming without there being any additional promotion from us or the operator. So why was it that our games were performing so well across these different player segments? I believe there are a number of contributing factors.

First and foremost, having this hybrid model of games of chance and games of skill that I’ve already mentioned has placed us in a fairly unique position within the iGaming industry. On the one hand, the simple premise of our Bitcoin-based titles – coupled with their attractive designs and intuitive UI – makes them highly accessible to casino players who are just looking to have fun.

On the other, the fact that Bitblox games aren’t based on RNG and are instead pinned to the real-time movements of the Bitcoin market certainly resonates with a sports betting audience. As they have the ability to follow the charts and use this information to inform their decisions, they definitely feel they have more control over the outcome than if they were playing a traditional slot.

Another key aspect of our cross-market appeal is the fast-paced nature of all Bitblox releases. With casino players being accustomed to the quick wins and instant gratification of slots and crash games and sports bettors also showing a growing preference for in-play wagering, we’ve ensured each game round is resolved quickly and that there are multiple opportunities for betting.

When we first launched Up or Down?, which features one-minute betting rounds, we soon learned that even this timeframe is too long for some players. This resulted in us developing Up or Down? Turbo – a game which kept the same mechanics as its predecessor but reduced the betting window to 20 seconds – and this has gone on to become one of our most successful titles.

Keeping all this in mind, one of the things I’m most excited about is the upcoming release of our latest game, 3 in a Row, as I think this is a title that really ties everything I’ve talked about so far together. Designed to look like a slot machine, 3 in a Row challenges players to correctly predict how the Bitcoin price will move over three separate 20-second windows for even bigger payouts.

Intended to appeal to casual users and serious sports bettors alike, players can elect to either spin the reels for fun and select a random price sequence or use the bet builder feature to put together their own custom prediction. With the latter essentially functioning like an accumulator bet, players can select up to three possible combinations – i.e. Up/Up/Up, Up/Up/Down etc – and only one result needs to land for them to win, ensuring they stay engaged until the final seconds.

I believe that 3 in a Row can help build on the strong foundations we’ve laid down with casino and sports bettors and provide operators with another popular option that offers significant cross-market appeal. Based on what we’ve seen from previous Bitblox releases, the audience for titles that combine elements of chance and elements of skill is definitely out there – and I’m looking forward to our unique brand of crypto-based games being enjoyed by even more players in future.

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Galaxsys Wins SiGMA Europe Award for ‘New Casino Game of 2024’ with Tower Rush

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Galaxsys is proud to announce that its latest game release, Tower Rush, has been named “New Casino Game of 2024” at the SiGMA Europe Awards.

The SiGMA Europe Awards celebrate the best in innovation and excellence across the iGaming industry, bringing together industry leaders to recognise the year’s top performers. Galaxsys is proud to be among this year’s winners, with its new turbo game, Tower Rush, receiving its first award as “New Casino Game of 2024”.

Tower Rush, a unique blend of strategy and thrill, has quickly gained popularity across multiple regions. The game’s unique mechanics challenge players to think strategically while keeping the gameplay fun and intuitive.
By making quick decisions and balancing risk and reward, players build an endless chain of floors, stacking them to achieve the highest possible odds. This combination of intuition and strategy has made Tower Rush a standout addition to Galaxsys’ portfolio.

Hayk Sargsyan, CEO of Galaxsys, expressed his excitement about the award: “Tower Rush is one of those games that we knew would be a hit from the start, but it has far exceeded our expectations by winning the SiGMA Europe Award less than six months after its launch. It’s incredibly rewarding to see the hard work and dedication our team put into this game recognized on such a prestigious stage. This award further strengthens our commitment to creating fun, innovative games that players truly enjoy.”

Galaxsys is passionate about developing innovative, engaging, and visually attractive games. Tower Rush exemplifies this dedication, combining exciting gameplay with interactive design to offer players a thrilling and rewarding experience.

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