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SBTech appoints Gavin Isaacs as Chairman
Former Scientific Games CEO brings extensive experience to innovative supplier and will help grow company’s rapidly expanding US business
SBTech, a leading sports betting and gaming technology supplier, today has appointed former Scientific Games CEO Gavin Isaacs as its new Non-Executive Chairman.
Isaacs, who joins SBTech today, will use his extensive 20 years’ gaming experience across a series of senior management positions to further grow the company’s rapidly expanding US presence. Since the market opened in mid-2018 SBTech has completed and gone live with several partnership agreements with leading casinos in regulated States including New Jersey and Mississippi.
He spent the last four years as CEO and board member of Scientific Games and was responsible for championing game-changing mergers and acquisitions and growing the global lottery and gaming supplier from $1.3 billion to $2.9 billion revenues in just two years.
“I was approached by a number of companies since leaving Scientific Games, however I chose to join SBTech due to its, superior technology, high standards across every discipline, entrepreneurial approach and incredible ambition and potential to grow further across a wide variety of regulated markets including the US where I am based and have an extensive network, knowledge and experience,” said Gavin Isaacs, Non-Executive Chairman, SBTech.
“The business has already made significant in-roads into the newly regulated US sports betting market and I am extremely excited to be able to help and advise the senior management team to expand that even further across 2019 and beyond.”
Isaacs, a qualified lawyer, has a proven track record of successfully leading and establishing companies on strong growth trajectories. Prior to joining Scientific Games in 2014, he was CEO of SHFL Entertainment, where he grew the company to record revenues, globally expanded its slot business, and created a series of commercial opportunities in speciality table-game brands both in land-based casinos and online.
“We’re thrilled that someone of Gavin’s calibre, credibility and experience has chosen to join SBTech. This is a huge coup for the business,” said Richard Carter, CEO SBTech. “Gavin’s two decades of successfully leading, transforming, and acquiring some of the biggest businesses in the gaming sector will be a massive advantage for us, particularly in the US where we have already partnered and gone live with several large brands across multiple states and where there are many more opportunities to grow.
Isaac also spent five years as COO and Executive Vice President at Bally Entertainment eventually leading the negotiations to buy his former employer while at Scientific Games in November 2013 for $1.3 billion; a 37% premium in share price and at sector high multiple. Prior to joining Bally Isaacs spent seven years with Aristocrat Technologies in several roles including President, Managing Director and marketing and business development in Las Vegas, London and Sydney.
SBTech is an award-winning global leader in omni-channel sports betting and gaming technology, powering the world’s largest operators, state lotteries, land-based casinos, and horse racing companies. Founded in 2007, and with more than 1,100 employees in nine global offices, SBTech has developed the industry’s most powerful, innovative, data-driven online sports betting and casino platform, serving licensees in more than 20 regulated markets. The group supplies highly flexible and scalable omni-channel betting and gaming software solutions to clients looking for exceptional configurability, differentiation, and the quickest route to market, complemented by proven business intelligence and reporting capabilities. Supported by unrivalled expertise in trading and risk management, acquisition and CRM, and the highest standards of regulatory compliance, SBTech’s partners consistently achieve rapid growth, enhanced brand loyalty and record revenues. For more information, visit: www.sbtech.com
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mkodo and Future Anthem announce AI, Data and Mobile App Partnership
This collaboration will combine mkodo’s market-leading product suite with Amplifier AI to deliver real-time, player-centric innovation
mkodo, the leading provider of mobile apps, websites, front-end UX and geolocation technology to the regulated iGaming, Sports Betting and Lottery markets, has announced a strategic partnership with Future Anthem, the pioneering AI and data science powerhouse. Together, the companies will explore AI-driven real-time personalisation across every stage of the player journey.
This partnership brings together Amplifier AI, Future Anthem’s all-in-one personalisation product, with mkodo’s renowned product suite, aiming to elevate player experiences and expand both companies’ presence in the regulated Canadian market and the global WLA (World Lottery Association) landscape.
Leigh Nissim, CEO of Future Anthem, commented, “This partnership aligns perfectly with our commitment to deliver unmatched, AI-powered personalisation for the gaming industry. Both companies bring complementary skills and technologies combined with deep industry knowledge, creating a powerful opportunity to generate meaningful experiences for our clients and their players.”
Will Whitehead, Commercial Director at mkodo, added, “This collaboration reflects mkodo’s commitment to staying at the forefront of innovation. Our shared proactive approach enables us to make rapid improvements that deliver immediate value to our clients, enhancing player engagement and delighting players with personalised experiences.”
The collaboration is set to bring best-in-class technology to meet the rising demand for AI-driven, player-focused experiences, helping operators win the race to real-time personalisation.
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Relax Gaming skates into action with the launch of Winter Champions
Relax Gaming, the leading iGaming aggregator and content provider, is taking players on an exhilarating snowy adventure with the launch of Winter Champions, a sports-themed slot that propels players through the mountain tops in pursuit of golden victories.
At the heart of Winter Champions is the innovative Sliding Respins mechanic, ensuring the reels remain active as long as winning combinations continue to land, adding a layer of non-stop excitement to the gameplay.
With a maximum win potential of 6,000x the player’s bet, this dynamic slot is designed to captivate both sports fans and slot enthusiasts alike.
The game’s standout features are its three thrilling bonus rounds—Ski Jumping, Ice Hockey, and Curling—triggered when three Wild symbols are on the reels at the same time.
In the Ski Jumping Bonus, each Rolling Respin brings players closer to the top prize, with Wilds boosting rewards by up to 5x. The Ice Hockey Bonus sees players collect pucks and score goals to multiply their values, while the Curling Bonus offers the challenge of stacking stones to unlock reel-filling multipliers.
Designed with stunning visuals and a festive atmosphere, Winter Champions is set to become a go-to for players looking for dynamic gameplay and the potential for big wins.
Shelley Hannah, CPO at Relax Gaming, said: “We are excited to introduce Winter Champions, a slot that truly captures the excitement and competitive spirit of winter sports. The Sliding Respins mechanic adds dynamic gameplay, while the three unique bonus games ensure there’s something for everyone.”
“We believe this game will deliver hours of fun and plenty of big-win potential for players that will continue beyond the winter season.”
Established as one of the industry’s leading B2B suppliers, Relax Gaming was awarded GGA’s Product Launch of the Year in February 2023 for Dream Drop Jackpots. Money Train 3 was named the 2023 CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards amongst its 6 Slot of the Year titles, while the brand also won the award for Skill Games Supplier at the 2023 EGR B2B Awards along with the Innovation in Mobile award at the 2023 SBC Awards.
Relax Gaming provides more than 4,000 online casino games, from its high-performing proprietary slots to a significant, varied library of content from hand-picked third-party studios via its partnership programmes.
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Evoplay brings sweet wins and Italian charm with Dolce Dreams
Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, has revealed its latest immersive slot, Dolce Dreams, offering a sweet twist on the classic Italian café culture, with the experience designed for high engagement and substantial win potential.
Set against the backdrop of a charming streetside cafe, Dolce Dreams features stacked Wilds in the form of waffle ice creams, which substitute for other symbols to maximise winning combinations.
The game’s Ice Cream Collector feature activates when the Ice Cream Collector symbol appears anywhere on the reels, collecting all values from the Ice Cream symbols in view for delicious rewards.
Three or more Free Spins symbols will trigger the Free Spins, which can be retriggered as players look to land wins that will make their tastebuds tingle.
In certain jurisdictions, users can access Free Spins directly by opting for the Bonus Buy feature, with the choice of buying 10, 15, or 20 spins.
It is the latest title to join Evoplay’s portfolio, following successful launches such as Hercules: Sports Legend and Chained Fighters.
Ivan Kravchuk, CEO at Evoplay, said: “With Dolce Dreams, we’ve captured the beauty of Italian café culture in a straightforward yet rewarding game structure, focusing on player engagement and dynamic gameplay.”
“As we continue to grow our portfolio, we look forward to strengthening our partnerships by offering innovative content that appeals to a broad audience.”
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