This week in B2B news (07 October)
All of the latest news from the supplier sector of the industry, including updates from Gibtelecom, 4ThePlayer and OddsMatrix
OddsMatrix hits €1bn turnover in 2022
OddsMatrix has hit €1bn turnover in 2022 to reach a new record for a financial year.
In 2021, turnover amounted to just below €1bn, with the supplier hitting that milestone figure already in Q3.
Elsewhere, turnover in both August and September was up by 100% year on year for OddsMatrix.
Ebbes Groes, EveryMatrix CEO, said: “Another stunning accomplishment for OddsMatrix and EveryMatrix as a whole. We’ll likely be hitting €200m turnover per month in Q4 2022. The fast growth of volumes can be turned into even more feature investment, positively reinforcing the volume growth.”
Gibtelecom pens partnership with Getronics for security boost
Gibtelecom has inked a strategic partnership with global IT firm Getronics to add managed security services to its portfolio.
With the new addition of these managed services, Gibtelecom will be able to offer its customers a proactive detection system of cybersecurity breaches and risks.
Danny Hook, Gibtelecom director of enterprise services, said: “Adding security to our one-stop-shop of network and cloud services is a welcome addition to our portfolio and we are excited to offer this together with a fully accredited and trusted partner with comprehensive security capabilities.”
Nikolai Lakovic, Getronics UK MD, commented: “With our history and wide experience in delivering managed services from our security operations centre, we are delighted to partner with Gibtelecom to provide our joint customers with a secure and reliable solution.”
NeoGames expands Swedish footprint with ATG
NeoGames has agreed a major distribution partnership with Swedish operator ATG via its subsidiary Pariplay.
Under the remit of the deal, ATG will gain access to Wizard Games titles as well as selected third-party content available via Pariplay’s aggregation platform, Fusion.
Moti Malul, NeoGames CEO, said: “ATG is a well-established and much-loved brand in Sweden with a long history. Since launching their online casino, it has gone from strength to strength, and we are thrilled to support their continuous growth with our premium content that resonates well with a wide player demographic.”
Maria Allmér, ATG head of casino, added: “Our promise is to offer exciting gaming experiences in a responsible and smooth way to our customers. By partnering with Pariplay we will be able to further reinforce our product portfolio and enhance our offer in line with our promise.”
Wazdan bolsters Dutch presence
Wazdan has bolstered its presence in the Netherlands after penning a supply agreement with Play North.
Wazdan will provide its slot content including Magic Spins and Sizzling Eggs to Play North players across a trio of brands – Kansino, Pikakasino and Kiirkasiino.
Andrzej Hyla, Wazdan CCO, said: “We’re excited by the prospect of further penetrating the Dutch and other European markets with Play North and its numerous casino sites.”
Daphne Xerri, Play North head of casino, added: “By delivering Wazdan’s innovative games to our customers, we stay true to our promise of delivering high-quality, pioneering content to our ecosystem.”
Playson inks 711 deal
Playson has put pen to paper on a content supply deal with Belgian operator 711.
Through the deal, Playson will supply 771’s Dutch online casino with its portfolio of content including Luxor Gold: Hold and Win and Book del Sol: Multiplier.
Blanka Homor, Playson sales director, said: “As an ambitious supplier, we’re always looking to increase our global foothold and pen deals with operators that share our vision. We’re confident this deal will produce great results for us.”
Gilles De Backer, 711 COO, added: “We’re pleased to have signed a deal with one of the industry’s best game suppliers, with Playson’s content renowned for increasing player engagement and retention.”
4ThePlayer lands Michigan licence
4ThePlayer has been granted a provisional licence in Michigan as it continues its US expansion roadmap.
The supplier is already live in New Jersey and will now bring its content to the Great Lake State.
The firm will initially launch its flagship title 9K Yeti in Michigan before following the release up with 6 Wild Sharks and 3 Secret Cities.
Chris Ash, 4ThePlayer co-founder, said: “This is another exciting chapter for 4ThePlayer. We are thrilled to have our second state under our belt. Our US rollout and market-specific roadmap is making looking very exciting over the next 12-month period.”
Department of Trust and Yoti launch one-click tool
Department of Trust and Yoti have entered into a partnership to launch a one-click KYC checks for operators.
Through the partnership, customers will be able to link a new or existing Yoti verification to a BetBudget personal financial profile at any time.
After completing this one-time process, future registrations at participating gambling sites can be achieved in one click.
Charles Cohen, Department of Trust CEO, said: “Yoti’s document-based verification tools are the best on the market, with millions of users already. Combining this with the power of open banking to enable non-intrusive and effective affordability checks is a great step forward for the industry.”