partnerships
SIS Signs Deal to Provide Round-the-Clock Competitive Gaming Offering to Genius Sports
24/7 sports simulation portfolio added to product library of global provider
Sports Information Services (SIS), the leading multi-content supplier of 24/7 live betting services, has agreed a landmark distribution deal to supply its Competitive Gaming product through global sports technology provider Genius Sports.
The full Competitive Gaming library, which comprises over 150,000 annual live events, will be made available by Genius Sports to its extensive sportsbook network, furthering the ambitions of SIS in building mutually beneficial relationships with leading platforms.
SIS’ content covers both of its sports simulation products, esoccer and ebasketball, featuring regular short-form contests between skilled gamers. Produced entirely in-house and with integrity at its core, SIS Competitive Gaming has been proven to deliver superior margins to operators and will significantly boost the Genius Sports breadth of offering.
Genius Sports is a global leader in official sports data and technology, powering the ecosystem that connects sports, betting and media. It provides sportsbooks and lotteries around the world with award-winning data, odds, streaming, trading and marketing solutions that are proven to drive profits and cost efficiencies.
This is the latest significant distribution deal to be struck by SIS, further enhancing its reputation as an essential partner to leading global players in the industry.
“Genius Sports has developed a deserved reputation as a world-leading provider to the sports betting industry,” the Head of Commercial Partnerships for SIS, Andy Kelly, said. “This deal is of great significance for us as we continue to expand our distribution across regulated markets worldwide.
“Genius Sports is renowned for its distribution network of live football and basketball and these customers will now have access to our Competitive Gaming, esoccer and ebasketball products that have a clear track record of adding significant value to the bottom line of operators. This is an agreement that is perfectly aligned with our respective established relationships and we look forward to mutual success moving forward.”
“By adding SIS’ Competitive Gaming content to our offering, we are affirming our commitment to giving our hundreds of sportsbook partners the widest range of content and the best opportunity to add value and grow revenues,” the Global Partnership Director for Genius Sports, Matt Stephenson, said. “Genius customers expect market-leading solutions and in SIS’ Competitive Gaming they will have a product that stands out from the competition in terms of quality and integrity.”
Africa
BGaming debuts in Africa with Premier Bet
Popular iGaming content provider BGaming has signed a multi-brand content deal with African licenced operator Premier Bet, marking another major market entry.
Through this new collaboration, BGaming has delivered a selection of its games to Premier Bet’s platform. Titles such as Fruit Million, Wild Cash X9990, Bonanza Billion, Aztec Clusters and Merge Up are all available to the operator’s registered players across several African markets.
Premier Bet dates back to 1997 and currently operates in 17 countries on the continent. It is one of Africa’s biggest betting companies, offering gaming and business opportunities to people across the west, east, centre and south of the continent.
Africa has always been an epicenter for innovation and resilience, and one industry exemplifying its dynamism in recent years is gambling. This latest market expansion demonstrates BGaming’s exponential global growth and lays the foundations for further success in the thriving region.
Olga Levshina, CCO at BGaming, said: “BGaming continues to penetrate international iGaming markets, with its fresh approach to online casino proving a hit with a wide demographic of players. With this partnership, we have added some of our most appealing titles to Premier Bet’s games line-up as it seeks to expand its player base.”
Karen Hope, Director of Casino at Premier Bet, added: “We are pleased to partner with BGaming to drive this next phase of Premier Bet’s development across several key African markets. The studio’s vibrant games add variety to our casino games collection.”
BGaming is a fast-growing iGaming content provider converting gambling into gaming. Thanks to an expert team and a player-driven approach, the studio creates innovative and engaging products featured on reputable platforms and 1,100+ online casinos worldwide. BGaming is the world’s first to support cryptocurrencies and offer Provably Fair games. Today the brand’s portfolio includes 150+ products with HD graphics and a clear user interface for every device. The studio is also known for its brand exclusives created in partnerships with leading operators in the industry.
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Balkans
Wazdan adds to Croatian presence with SuperSport tie-up
Wazdan, the gain-focused developer behind some of the world’s most rewarding casino game experiences, has gone live with SuperSport, expanding its foothold in Croatia.
As part of the agreement, an initial tranche of games go live with the operator, including its top-performing hits such as 9 Coins™ Grand Gold Edition, 9 Lions, 12 Coins™ and Burning Sun™, with more titles set to be uploaded in batches at a later stage.
Thanks to the new deal, SuperSport’s players can now enjoy the provider’s renowned mechanics including Cash Infinity™, Sticky to Infinity™ and Hold the Jackpot™, which deliver proven results to operators.
With over 20 years of experience in the betting and gaming industry, SuperSport’s online platform is a market leader in Croatia and is now set to benefit from Wazdan’s pristine titles.
The Balkans have remained a key growth area for Wazdan as it continues to expand across regulated markets worldwide.
Radka Bacheva, Sales and Business Development at Wazdan: “Marking another step in our growth strategy, the Balkans have quickly emerged as one of the most exciting markets in Europe and we are delighted to bring our dynamic titles to SuperSport, a market leader in Croatia.
“Through our engagement-boosting features, we can guarantee an unmatched gaming experience to its players and can’t wait to see how they react.”
Robert Milic, Head of Games at SuperSport said: “Wazdan’s award-winning features and titles add real value to our offering, so we are thrilled to bring an influx of its games to our players.
“As a market leader in Croatia, it is imperative that our content remains of the highest calibre and genuinely excites players. By forging agreements with providers such as Wazdan, we can achieve this whilst elevating our position in the industry to new heights.”
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Zenni Optical Announces Partnership with ESL FACEIT Group (EFG)
Zenni Optical, the world’s leading online eyewear retailer, announced a partnership with ESL FACEIT Group (EFG), the leading esports and video game entertainment company. Designed to integrate eye health education with innovative eyewear solutions for the esports community, the partnership will officially launch at DreamHack festival in Dallas, taking place from May 31 to June 2.
This collaboration will showcase a co-branded collection of lifestyle and competitive eyewear and accessories, highlighting Zenni Optical’s commitment to promoting overall eye health, particularly in addressing issues like eye fatigue and strain. Additionally, the initiative will incorporate essential eye health education across various DreamHack Festivals, in alignment with EFG’s broader mission to foster inclusive gaming worlds and engaged, supported communities.
“DreamHack and ESL represent some of the most community-centric and prestigious competitive events in the world. In their own unique ways, they embody esports for everyone. By partnering with these incredible brands across the gaming and esports spaces, we aim to create engaging experiences that combine eye-health education with innovative eyewear solutions for players and fans at all levels,” said Robb Chiarini, Head of Gaming, Sports, & Events at Zenni Optical.
“We are thrilled to partner with Zenni Optical as the Official Eyewear Partner of DreamHack and ESL. The genuine passion that Zenni has for the esports industry is a refreshing sight to see, and a major driving factor for the decision behind our partnership. Zenni’s ongoing commitment to provide eyewear for everyone mirrors our own drive to create worlds beyond gameplay for gamers everywhere,” Craig Levine, Co-CEO at EFG, said.
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