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Betsson Continues its Commitment to Peruvian Soccer’s Highest Division

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As a global sports betting and online casino operator, Betsson is committed to promoting the development and growth of Peruvian soccer. In line with this commitment, the company is maintaining its ties with the Peruvian Football Federation (FPF) for the naming rights of the first division of professional soccer in Peru. This partnership will not only enhance the excellence and professionalization of the sport, but also promote responsible and safe gambling for all participants.

Just ahead of the start of the Apertura Tournament, Betsson and the FPF are making sure that this edition of the tournament is the best one yet. This announcement is a reaffirmation of Betsson’s confidence in the Peruvian market and the FPF’s ability, as the highest governing body of Peruvian soccer, to continue working together for the development of local soccer.

Ronni Hartvig, Chief Commercial Officer of Betsson, said: “This news fills us with lots of pride. We are delighted to continue the journey that we started in 2020 with the Peruvian Football Federation and Liga1 for the next four years. This reaffirms our dedication as a company towards the development of national football talents and contributes to the growth of local football. Additionally, by being the proud naming sponsor of the Liga1, we are able to emphasise our passion for sports and our commitment to football fan engagement – values that Betsson shares with the FPF.

“At Betsson we are eagerly looking forward to the kickoff of the next season and our teams are already creating engaging activities and campaigns, that I am sure will entertain and engage all football lovers in Peru.”

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With this agreement, Liga 1 will retain its current name and Betsson’s logo will continue to be featured in various visual and digital materials, as well as in the corporate identity of the Liga 1 Betsson 2023 championship.

Héctor Lara, Director of Competitions at FPF, said: “better sponsorships allow us to continue optimising the economic value of the first division of professional soccer, invest in sports infrastructure, in the development of young players, and expands the reach and visibility of Liga 1. As the FPF, we are committed to elevating Peruvian soccer to its rightful place, and we are dedicated to this goal. We are constantly working to achieve this.”

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SBC Summit North America: Charting New Paths in Affiliate and Marketing Success

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As affiliates grapple with the challenge of higher player acquisition costs and the subsequent need to build player loyalty, SBC Summit North America will serve as the ideal platform to acquire insights into content creation strategies, brand building and the power of big data, all of which can help affiliates solidify their standing in the market.

Scheduled to take place on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, the ‘Affiliate & Marketing’ track promises engaging discussions encompassing mergers and acquisitions in the affiliate space, gamification, the rise in popularity of online influencers, artificial intelligence (AI) and customer relationship management (CRM) strategies to foster player loyalty, among other topics.

Kicking off the conference track is the panel titled ‘Affiliate Leaders Panel: Building Brands Through Content and Customization’, which will feature Andrew Garven (Head of Marketing, Covers), Rome Smith (Head of Marketing – North America, Betsson), Marcos Oliveira (Chief Operating Officer, Clever Advertising) alongside panel moderator Michael Daly (Former Chief Executive Officer, Catena Media). The panel will delve into how leading affiliates harness branding and compelling content to build unique and recognizable affiliate brands, optimize acquisition rates and strike successful operator partnerships.

The ‘Big Data at the Center: How Affiliates & Operators Can Make Sense of Their Customers Across Multiple Channels’ panel will delve into the strategic use of big data in understanding customer behavior. Experts Gil Bushkin???? (Senior Director of Interactive Marketing, betPARX), Zachary Sold (Vice-President of Marketing, Caesars), Elizabeth Lodge (Chief Marketing Officer, Winible) and panel moderator James Fox (Industry Manager, Google) will discuss big data’s role in identifying common trends in player acquisition and retention as well as profiling customer archetypes that aid in enhancing player engagement and meet operator partner expectations.

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The panel ‘It’s an Influencer’s World: Charting the Success of Ambassadors, Streamers and Other Social Media Stars’ will examine the growing influence of alternative affiliate channels such as influencers, streamers and sports ambassadors. Industry luminaries Kelly Koffler (Influencer/YouTube Content Creator, Slot500Club and Beyond Blackjack), Josh Duffy (SM Influencer /YouTube Creator, Slotaholic), Jon Della Terza (Social Media Influencer/Content Creator, NJ Slot Guy), Josh Margolis (Vice-President of Marketing, Prize Picks), Grant Flannery (Head of Marketing, Rivalry) and panel moderator Lazar Miucin (Chief Executive Officer and co-founder, iGaming Advisor) will delve into the distinctive acquisition strategies and content approaches employed by influencers and examine how they can effectively collaborate with operators. Additionally, the panel will discuss adaptation strategies for traditional affiliates to capture the interest of the next generation of players.

The session panel titled ‘Affiliate Diversification: Success Strategies for the Slower Years’ will delve into innovative approaches affiliates can employ to reach new audiences. Affiliate and marketing experts Noam Klivitsky (Vice-President of US Marketing, 888 Holdings), Shmulik Segal (Chief Executive Officer, MediaTroopers) and Max Bichsel (Vice-President, Gambling.com Group) will explore such strategies while emphasizing the significance of strategic media partnerships in ensuring a strong market presence.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to expand their knowledge of the North American market through dedicated conference tracks covering leadership, sports betting, iGaming, industry and growth, compliance and regulation and payments and technology.

Additionally, the conference will include a dedicated tribal symposium, as well as two pre-day conferences; the Capital Market Forum (entry requires a separate ticket) and the Player Protection Symposium.

Purchase your ‘early bird’ ticket at the discounted price of $795 and gain access to all three days of SBC Summit North America (including the Player Protection Symposium) including the exhibition, the conference and exclusive networking parties. Additionally, operators and affiliates can apply for a free pass to the event.

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You can keep up-to-date with the latest news, speakers and exhibitor additions and conference content by subscribing to the bi-weekly SBC Summit North America LinkedIn newsletter.

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LIGHT & WONDER™ ENTERS ARGENTINA FOR THE FIRST TIME THROUGH BETSSON AGREEMENT

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Light & Wonder, Inc. (NASDAQ and ASX: LNW) (together with its subsidiaries, “Light & Wonder,” “L&W” or the “Company”) has successfully taken its content live in Argentina for the first time through Betsson Group, the leading global betting operator with more than 60 years of experience in the industry, as an important part of their customers’ entertainment mix.

The launch means players in the Province of Buenos Aires can now enjoy first-party games including 88 FORTUNES, Light & Wonder’s top-performing land-based title in Argentina, through Betsson Group’s brand betsson.bet.ar.

The go-live follows a recently extended agreement between the two long-established companies to bring Light & Wonder content to fresh regulated markets worldwide. A range of additional first and third-party content will also be distributed through the Light & Wonder platform to other Betsson Group brands in the coming months, handing the operator a significant increase in quality entertainment that it can bring to players in Argentina.

Betsson Group has nurtured a strong reputation as a top choice for players in Latin America, due to its unique, high-quality offering and because the company offers the best customer experience in the industry. For many years, Light & Wonder has provided its leading content to Betsson Group to spur growth in key markets globally and this launch represents the latest step in that process.

Tatiana García Barrenechea, Commercial Director – LATAM, at Light & Wonder, said: “Betsson Group is a very significant partner, one that has consistently demonstrated its dedication to excellence during an alliance that has grown successfully over the long-term.

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“This debut launch in Argentina is a significant step in our expanded relationship and we are delighted to be able to grow together in this important country, serving players with relevant and highly engaging casino content.”

Laura Peretta, Head of Supplier Relations at Betsson Group, added: “Light & Wonder has proven to be a highly reliable supplier for many years during our iGaming growth journey as it’s very pleasing to be able to take its content live in Argentina.

“This partnership ensures nothing less than a superb content delivery. We look forward to seeing how our players in Argentina feel the thrill and excitement this content and added-value tools brings them because of this landmark launch.”

Light & Wonder’s ecosystem offers more than 3,500 games from a global network of in-house and third-party game studios, with unrivalled ease of integration that is robust and secure. All games available through the aggregation platform are supported with a comprehensive range of responsible gambling tools, helping to deliver a safe and enjoyable gaming experience for players.

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BETSSON ANNOUNCES GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP WITH PERUVIAN FOOTBALL LEGEND PAOLO GUERRERO

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Betsson, the leading global betting operator, proudly announces its global partnership with Peruvian football icon Paolo Guerrero, who will serve as their exclusive Global Casino Ambassador. The partnership aims to further strengthen Betsson’s presence in Latin America and solidifying Betsson as the most exciting brand in the industry.

Paolo Guerrero, the former Bundesliga striker, and the all-time top scorer for the Peruvian national team, brings his legendary status and passion for the game to exclusively promote Betsson’s online casino offer.

Guerrero expressed his enthusiasm for this new collaboration, stating, “I’m very excited to work hand in hand with Betsson, which is not only a leading company in Peru but is successfully expanding throughout Latin America.”

Having earned idol status in Peru, Brazil, Argentina, Ecuador, and Germany, Guerrero’s remarkable achievements include leading La Blanquirroja to a runner-up finish at the 2019 Copa America and playing a pivotal role in Peru’s qualification for the 2018 FIFA World Cup after a 36 year absence from the tournament.

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In addition, the striker scored the historic goal that crowned Corinthians as FIFA Club World Cup winner in 2012 against Chelsea. Last season, he starred in Liga Deportiva Universitaria’s (LDU) Copa Sudamericana and Ecuadorian League titles.

Andrea Rossi, Betsson’s Commercial Director for Latin America, shared the player’s enthusiasm, commenting, “At Betsson, we celebrate the agreement with Paolo Guerrero, which reinforces our leading position in the online entertainment industry in the region. He has played an undisputed role in the recent history of international football, with legendary moments in his career. For us, it is an honour to start 2024 alongside him.”

Betsson, recognised as the Casino Operator of the Year at the SBC Awards Latin America 2023 gala in Miami in November for the second consecutive year, continues to make headlines in the region. Betsson has recently become the new main sponsor of three of Latin America’s most prestigious football clubs: Boca Juniors and Racing Club in Argentina and Atlético Nacional in Colombia.

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