Press Releases
Groove COO makes the case for the value-added provided by the aggregation community
2021 has been a record year for aggregator and platform Groove on all fronts: record partner signings, record operator integrations, record new business, record use of backend GrooveOn and a move to a new global headquarters in Q4. While most companies might use these records to rest on their laurels for a while, Groove COO Yahale Meltzer has been making the case for the value-added provided by the aggregation community.
Groove provides a holistic set of solutions for multichannel B2B iGaming covering online and mobile gaming across all devices. The company has rapidly built a powerful operator cluster around its technology and is supported by one of the strongest technical teams in the industry.
Meltzer has been highlighting the positive role that aggregators play across the global industry, simplifying the game onboarding process, putting powerful marketing tools at the fingertips of operators and helping to drive greater profitability.
Groove has been breaking the mould in the iGaming industry since 2016 having pioneered a range of technology tools and services previously unavailable in the industry, including advanced business intelligence analytics that allows matching of content to players by region and helps drive operator revenue.
2021 saw Groove launch their enhanced easy-to-use multifunctional back-office GrooveOn which powers operator performance and delivers an expanded range of tools tailored to Groove’s operator cluster. GrooveOn has been developed to create a valuable environment for online casinos: a place where entertainment is customisable, secure and stable.
Meltzer argues that industry issues around regulation and compliance such as identity verification, anti-money laundering, self-exclusion, responsible gambling and even improving conversion rates are now covered holistically using platforms such as Groove, which deploy a range of algorithms and innovative automation to help streamline these mostly administrative processes. This is part of the value-added provided by the modern aggregation community.
Groove’s powerful platform includes thousands of casino games as well as a wealth of aggregated content ranging from slots, online casino and live casino, to poker and table games, that operators can access via easy integration to drive player engagement and revenue. This kind of easy-to-use plug-and-play format is ideal for operators who need to respond swiftly to changing market conditions, and who are supported by specialised customer service teams who are drawn directly from the casino and iGaming industries.
Groove is the content provider of choice for over 70 big industry names and has brought a raft of innovative content to the global market. Groove brings increased operator profit as well as enhanced user experience on both sides of the business, both B2B and B2C.
Meltzer says, “Business intelligence combined with specialist services is the next major change to be driven by the aggregation community and we are delighted to have been pioneers in this area. Aggregators are responsible for improving the image of the industry behind-the-scenes as well as being the change-agents for improved customer experience and interpretation of data. Our goal is one integration to deliver everything an operator will need to run a rewarding business.”
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Ahmed Baker Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games
INCENTIVE GAMES LAUNCHES REAL-MONEY GAMES WITH NOVIBET IN BRAZIL
Leading B2B games provider Incentive Games, through its real-money gaming division Incentive Studios, has expanded its partnership with leading GameTech operator Novibet with the launch of three real-money titles in Brazil, further strengthening its presence in Latin America.
The partnership has seen three of Incentive Studios’ titles, Mega Flight, Kicker and Velocity, go live on Novibet’s platform on 8 April, further enhancing the operators’ real-money gaming offering.
Novibet is recognised for its commitment to delivering a seamless sportsbook and casino experience across multiple regulated markets, including a growing footprint in Latin America. The integration of Incentive Studios’ innovative, high-energy crash and arcade titles further supports this strategy, adding engaging content tailored for modern players.
Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said of the partnership, “Novibet is an operator with a clear focus on delivering high-quality digital gaming experiences across regulated markets. We’re incredibly proud to see three of our real-money games go live in Brazil, and even more so to have worked so closely with their incredible team to make the launch a success. Brazil is an important market for us, and this is a great step forward in our continued growth across the region.”
Nick Bachas, Chief Strategic Partnerships & Project Officer at Novibet said, “Incentive Games brings a fresh and engaging approach to real-money gaming, and the addition of these titles enhances our offering with dynamic content that appeals to a broad range of players. Brazil continues to be a key focus for us, and this launch is another step in expanding Novibet’s portfolio with innovative experiences.”
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iGaming
PokerStars sets $50m+ guaranteed Anniversary Series for May 10–June 3
Online festival spans 461 tournaments and includes three Main Events on May 24 plus a $500,000 GTD Sunday Storm PKO final on May 10.
PokerStars will run an online Anniversary Series with more than $50m in guarantees from May 10 to June 3, 2026, the operator said on April 27. The schedule includes 461 tournaments and is positioned to mark PokerStars’ 25th anniversary, alongside the 15-year milestone for Sunday Storm.
The festival’s buy-ins range from $5.50 to $15,000, with qualifiers starting at $0.55, according to the company. PokerStars said it will also distribute more than $650,000 in Anniversary Series Lucky Dip tickets during the series.
PokerStars is headlining the series with three Main Events on May 24:
- a $109 tournament with a $1.5m guarantee,
- a $1,050 Main Event with a $2.5m guarantee,
- and a $5,200 Main Event with a $2m guarantee.
Weekly Sunday events include Sunday Million, Sunday High Rollers, and Mystery Bounty specials, with Second Chance Main Events (PKO) scheduled for May 31.
The operator is also running a Sunday Storm 15th anniversary Progressive Knockout tournament with a $500,000 guarantee for an $11 buy-in. Phase 1 events are underway, with Phase 2 set for May 10.
“We’re proud to celebrate 25 years of PokerStars bringing big money poker tournaments safely to players around the world,” said Steve Clarricoats, Associate Director of Online Scheduling. “Putting $50 million up in guarantees shows our focus remains on bringing the best of PokerStars to more players in a variety of tournaments.”
More relevant data as follows:
- PokerStars: https://www.pokerstars.com/ Official operator site for tournament schedule and eligibility by market.
- PokerStars Blog: https://www.pokerstars.com/poker/news/ Company’s news hub where the full Anniversary Series details and formats are typically published.
- PokerStars Power Path: https://www.pokerstars.com/poker/promotions/power-path/ Source for information on the $0.50+ qualification routes referenced in the announcement.
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Conferences
Alea shortlisted for two SBC Awards Europe categories
The supplier is nominated for Game Aggregator of the Year and Employer of the Year ahead of SBC Summit Malta on April 29.
Alea has been named a finalist in two categories at the upcoming SBC Awards Europe: Game Aggregator of the Year and Employer of the Year. The company announced the nominations on April 28 from Barcelona.
Founder Alexandre Tomic said the double shortlisting reflects a link between product delivery and company culture. “If people don’t care about what they’re building, it shows immediately. In the product, in the details, everywhere. Reliability can’t be bolted on later, it’s a consequence of that care.”
“We’ve spent years building a team that takes ownership and holds a certain standard. Seeing both nominations together just tells me we’re doing something right.” Tomic added.
The news comes ahead of SBC Summit Malta, where Alea said Tomic and COO Ramon Glieneke will take part in conference sessions on April 29. Tomic is scheduled to appear on “Casino vs Sports: Can Gamification Truly Cross Over?” while Glieneke is due to join “The COO Horizon: Challenges and Opportunities in 2026/27.”
Alea said its wider team will be onsite throughout the summit at Booth D22.
More relevand data as follows:
- SBC Awards: https://sbcevents.com/sbc-awards/ Primary source for the awards programme, categories and shortlisted companies.
- SBC Summit Malta: https://sbcevents.com/sbc-summit-malta/ Event page for agenda context and verification of sessions and timing.
- Alea: https://alea.com/ Company website for background on the supplier and its product offering.
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