This week in B2B news: Expansions, appointments and North America launches
All the latest developments from the supplier side of the industry, with updates from Total Performance Data, Playnetic and Stakelogic
Total Performance Data expands live betting product in North America
Total Performance Data (TPD) has rolled out live, in-running betting on North American horseracing, combining Gmax GPS data with machine learning pricing models.
TPD said bookmakers using the feed have already seen betting volume rise between 5% and 10%, with major brands including Ladbrokes, Coral, BetVictor, BoyleSports, bet365 and William Hill already connected.
John McBroom, commercial director at TPD, said: “We’re delighted to be harnessing the power of live GPS tracking data to create new opportunities to bet on North American racing.”
Ben Hutton, head of international racing at Entain, added: “This is a timely, automated-product innovation which gives our brands and customers the live service they’ve been demanding for a long time.”
Playnetic goes live with Stake
Playnetic has launched its games with Stake, which the supplier said reflected the “company’s growing presence as a trusted gaming partner”.
Having gone live on 7 May, the first batch of titles includes Joxer, Patrick vs Joker and Lucky Licks.
Kai Botha, Playnetic chief commercial officer, commented: “This partnership is a milestone achievement for Playnetic.
“The presence of our games portfolio with Stake expands the reach of our content and further reinforces Playnetic’s position as a trusted supplier of high-quality, immersive, player-focused gaming experiences.”
Stakelogic pens Solcasino deal
Stakelogic has taken its full slots portfolio live with Starcasino Group-owned Solcasino in Spain.
The supplier said the deal adds another “quality-led operator” to its regulated market network and forms part of its broader distribution push across Europe.
Jolene Magri, Stakelogic account manager, noted: “Solcasino is exactly the kind of partner we want to be working with in Spain: an operator with genuine heritage, a strong digital infrastructure and a clear focus on delivering quality experiences for its players.”
Alejandro Casanova, director of new markets at Starcasino Group, added: “This collaboration strengthens our commitment to innovation and high-quality entertainment, built on shared values such as responsible gaming and content excellence.”
DeGaming launches Web3 platform and appoints new CEO
DeGaming has officially launched its crypto igaming platform, featuring a PAM, games access and reporting.
The platform also offers “bankroll as a service”, giving small operators access to liquidity, while newly appointed CEO Ulle Skottling will lead the next stage of growth.
Skottling said: “The industry has evolved rapidly, but transparency and trust have not kept pace. It runs on what you can’t see, whereas we have built a platform that you can see.
“We are challenging the model and defining the new standard for gaming infrastructure.”
Playson secures Philippines approval
Playson has secured approval from the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) to distribute its games in the Southeast Asian country, opening the door to another regulated market through its aggregation partnership with Light & Wonder.
Extending Playson’s reach to a 28th regulated market, the supplier said the process was completed within days and required no major infrastructure changes as its platform was already prepared to meet local requirements.
Ben Wood, Playson chief commercial officer, said: “Securing PAGCOR approval is an important step in Playson’s continued regulated market growth.
“The Philippines represents an exciting opportunity for the business, and we are delighted to have achieved this milestone in co-operation with our valued aggregation partner, Light & Wonder.”
Yaspa appoints new US sales lead
Yaspa has appointed fintech veteran Justin Fears to be its US director of enterprise sales as the supplier looks to accelerate its North American expansion.
Based in Atlanta, Fears will focus on growing Yaspa’s commercial footprint with operators after the firm beefed up its commercial leadership teams recently.
James Neville, Yaspa CEO, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Justin to the team as we accelerate our footprint in the US market. His deep operational understanding of gaming-focused financial infrastructure, compliance technologies and enterprise sales leadership makes him an incredible asset.”
Fears added: “Yaspa has built an innovative platform uniquely positioned to support the evolving needs of regulated operators, and I look forward to helping expand the company’s presence and strategic partnerships across the US.”