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UK’s Betting and Gaming Council announced that Kevin Schofield has been appointed as Director of Communications and Digital

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Kevin will be joining the Betting and Gaming Council in summer, from his current role as editor of PoliticsHome.

 

The Betting and Gaming Council is the new standards body committed to setting the highest industry standards and to building consumer and public trust in the betting and gaming industry.

Kevin Schofield joins the BGC with an outstanding career in journalism. For more than 25 years, he has worked for a range of newspapers across the UK, including The Scotsman, The Herald, Daily Record and The Sun. Since 2015 he has been editor of PoliticsHome.

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In nearly two decades covering politics, he has reported on six general elections as well as the Scottish independence and EU referendums.

Membership of the Betting and Gaming Council is open to all gambling operators with a UK licence. It comprises members from the online and retail sectors, representing over 90% of the betting and gaming sector (excluding lotteries). All members are required to adhere to a new Code of Conduct setting the highest standards for membership.

Michael Dugher, Chief Executive, Betting and Gaming Council commenting said:

“The BGC is a new standards body committed to delivering big changes across the industry. To do that, we need top people. Kevin Schofield is one of the very best media professionals of his generation, he commands massive respect across journalism and politics, and he is an outstanding hire for the BGC.

“Kevin is joining an already top class and growing team at the BGC. This shows that we are building something exciting at the BGC as we strive to become the very best in the business.”

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Kevin Schofield, newly appointed Director of Communications and Digital said:

“I am absolutely thrilled to be joining the Betting and Gaming Council and can’t wait to get started. I know that they have big ambitions for the years ahead and I’m looking forward to working with the team to help drive up standards in the industry.”

In addition, Wes Himes, former CEO of the RGA has been appointed Executive Director, Standards and Innovation responsible for safer gambling, policy, research and regulation and Gary Follis, former interim CEO of the ABB and Director of Communications at the BGC has been appointed Executive Director for Corporate Affairs responsible for communications, government relations and membership.

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Bragg Gaming and Light & Wonder Agree to an International Distribution Deal

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Collaboration will see Bragg content featured on Light & Wonder’s ecosystem

Bragg Gaming Group Inc., a global B2B gaming technology and content provider, announced it has signed an international online casino content distribution agreement with Light & Wonder.

The agreement will see high-performing games from Bragg’s proprietary studios, Atomic Slot Lab, Indigo Magic, Wild Streak Gaming and Spin Games added to Light & Wonder’s online ecosystem.

Exclusive content from the supplier’s Powered by Bragg partners will also be integrated, providing Light & Wonder with a wide selection of highly localized and unique titles.

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The deal will encompass numerous European regulated markets as well as the USA and Canada, significantly growing the reach of Bragg’s content to new audiences and strengthening the supplier’s casino offering with new titles.

Matevž Mazij, Chief Executive Officer at Bragg Gaming Group, commented: “Light & Wonder is a world-leading platform and games provider, and this distribution deal will be hugely beneficial for us,  as our content will be in front of new audiences through its large operator network boosting exposure of our games.

“We have focused on strengthening our content portfolio over the last year and this partnership is a testament to the popularity and appeal of our games which have been proven successful in markets globally.”

Steve Mayes, Senior Director Digital Partnerships at Light & Wonder, said: “We are thrilled to be working closely with Bragg, and are looking forward to offering their content across our network. This deal is a great showcase for the power of our aggregation platform and global scale. We already have a number of key operators lined up to launch Bragg games and excited to further expand our portfolio of games partners.”

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Altenar and Fast Track enter strategic partnership to revolutionise player engagement

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Leading sportsbook will deliver targeted campaigns and personalised player journeys

Altenar, a leading sportsbook and iGaming software provider, has announced a strategic deal with player engagement platform, Fast Track.

As part of the partnership, Fast Track, a leader in AI-powered CRM with real-time data capabilities, has integrated its cutting-edge technologies with Altenar’s PAM tools.

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This marks a significant milestone in the industry, bringing together Altenar’s comprehensive iGaming platform with Fast Track’s expertise in scalable player engagement solutions to enhance the customer experience with hyper-targeted campaigns and dynamic, personalised journeys.

The agreement underlines Altenar’s commitment to providing bespoke solutions to operators using the Altenar Gaming Platform (AGP) and highlights Fast Track’s transformative CRM approach.

Known for its automation capabilities, Fast Track also enables operators to deliver 1:1 player experiences at scale. This integration will provide Altenar’s operators with a streamlined onboarding process, access to real-time insights, and the ability to make data-driven decisions quickly.

Charlie Williams, Commercial Director at Altenar, said: “We are excited to partner with Fast Track, a company that shares our dedication to innovation and excellence.

“This collaboration signifies more than just a partnership; it’s a synergy of strengths, combining Altenar’s robust PAM with Fast Track’s unparalleled expertise in player engagement and retention.”

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Simon Lidzén, CEO and Co-Founder of Fast Track, said: “Collaborating with Altenar represents a significant step forward in our mission to digitalise the iGaming industry.

“Together, we are set to deliver an immersive gaming experience that is not only enjoyable but deeply engaging and personalised for each player.”

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Slots provider Dragon Gaming fuels innovation with Flows

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Dragon Gaming, a leading slots provider, has successfully integrated Flows, the premier no-code automation platform. This integration streamlines their processes, significantly boosting both innovation and operational efficiency.

Flows supports businesses by speeding up development and simplifying integrations through a single interface and workflow automation tool.

By adopting Flows, Dragon Gaming can now accelerate its development process and simplify integrations through an intuitive single interface and advanced workflow automation tools. This strategic move enables Dragon Gaming to rapidly build new engagement tools, enhancing the gaming experience for its users while leveraging Flows’ unmatched flexibility and user-friendliness.

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Flows stands out as the most technology-agnostic software on the market, designed to integrate seamlessly with any existing technological infrastructure. This ensures businesses like Dragon Gaming can innovate without the limitations commonly associated with software development. The introduction of “Flo,” Flows’ innovative voice-activated AI software development tool, marks a significant advancement in digital product development. It empowers clients and partners to bring their innovative ideas to life swiftly and without the typical constraints of conventional development processes.

Ivars Dorofejevs, Business Development Manager at Dragon Gaming, said: “Dragon Gaming is set to revolutionise standard gamification practices, enhancing player lifetime value while providing an extensive array of games such as video slots, table games, and skill games.We are thrilled about our partnership with Flows, whose solutions offer unparalleled versatility. This collaboration empowers us to customise and expand our offerings to partners, ensuring relevance and setting new standards in the market.”

Domenico Mazzola, Director of Sales at Flows, said: We’re delighted to see Dragon Gaming harness the power of Flows to innovate and create new engagement tools. Their choice to utilise our no-code platform underscores the significant value and transformative potential it brings to forward-thinking slots providers. At Flows, we are passionately committed to empowering our clients like Dragon Gaming to unleash their creativity swiftly and seamlessly. By enhancing their game offerings with our platform, Dragon Gaming is not just elevating player engagement but is also setting a new benchmark for innovation in the gaming industry. This move marks an exciting future where technology and creativity blend to enrich the gaming experience.”

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