This week in B2B news: UK due diligence and brand launch teaser
All the latest developments from the supplier side of the industry, including updates from Strive Gaming, ClearStake and ENJOY
SkillOnNet partners with ClearStake
SkillOnNet is collaborating with ClearStake to improve its enhanced due diligence (EDD) and source of funds processes across its brands, including PlayOJO.
ClearStake’s verification tech will be brought in to replace manual, document-reliant due diligence operations, in the UK initially, with a view to extend to further international regulated markets.
Eyal Naor, SkillOnNet COO, said: “Enhanced due diligence is central to sustainable growth in regulated markets. ClearStake allows us to strengthen controls while improving speed and consistency across the player journey.”
Martin Burt, ClearStake CEO, added: “EDD is a core revenue, risk and operational challenge for operators. The ClearStake platform is built to optimise these processes, helping these operators make faster, better decisions without relying on manual document checks.”
Strive Gaming seals major North American expansion with PlayStar
Strive Gaming has struck a partnership with PlayStar, supporting the operator’s long-term scaling plans across the US and Canada.
PlayStar will migrate its New Jersey operations onto Strive’s PAM platform, with further launches planned in Ontario and Alberta.
Max Meltzer, Strive Gaming CEO, said: “PlayStar is a highly ambitious operator with a clear vision for building one of the leading casino brands in North America.”
Fredrik Liljewall, PlayStar CEO, added: “Strive’s technology, deep understanding of the North American market, and collaborative mindset made them the clear partner for PlayStar.”
Mate Affiliates teases new brand launch
Mate Affiliates is gearing up to launch a new brand this spring.
The business said its new brand would be supported by a “proven programme” already in place across its existing assets.
The firm said: “Mate Affiliates is not a new programme figuring out what it wants to be. It has been here, it has been consistent, and it is growing.
“For affiliates who have spent years in this industry, that consistency is worth more than any pitch. The roster is about to get bigger. “
Eeze inks EveryMatrix deal
Eeze has signed an agreement with EveryMatrix, bringing its live dealer suite and soon‑to‑launch slot portfolio to the aggregator’s global network.
The deal comes hot on the heels of Eeze pushing out new content, including live dealer game Fusion Roulette.
Mikko Höglund, Eeze partnership manager, said: “Partnering with EveryMatrix is an important moment for us as we look to push our games to a wider network of players than ever before.”
Björn Sjöberg, EveryMatrix chief commercial officer, added: “We are very pleased to be adding Eeze’s full product suite to our aggregation offering.”
ENJOY secures Italian market certification
ENJOY has received official certification from Italy’s regulator, allowing it to supply content to licensed operators across the country.
The approval marks a milestone for ENJOY’s European growth strategy as it prepares to roll out integrations with major local partners.
Christos Zoulianitis, ENJOY chief commercial officer: “Securing certification for the Italian market represents a key milestone in ENJOY’s European expansion.
“Italy is one of the most established and competitive regulated markets, and gaining approval to supply our content here reflects both the quality of our portfolio and our commitment to meeting the highest regulatory standards.”
Tequity integrates with Hub88
Tequity has onboarded its portfolio to Hub88 to help push its titles to operator partners globally.
Hub88’s clients can now access 17 Tequity house games along with new crypto trading content and games from Tequity’s publishing partners.
Dominic Sawyer, Tequity vice-president of growth, said: “Hub88 is a strong distribution partner for operators and studios building for scale.”
Ollie Castleman, Hub88 MD, added: “We are pleased to onboard Tequity to Hub88. Their combination of originals, new crypto trading titles and publishing content gives our operator partners more choice in differentiated games, supported by a streamlined route to launch.”