Greece
OpenBet Strikes Landmark Agreement to Power OPAP’s Online Sports Betting Offering
OpenBet, a world leader in sports betting entertainment, has signed a new long-term partnership with OPAP, the leading gaming company in Greece. The deal, which concerns OPAP’s online sportsbook, strengthens OpenBet’s position as a global provider of choice for leading sports betting operators and World Lottery Association (“WLA”) members.
Founded in 1958, OPAP, a member of Allwyn Group, is the leading gaming operator in Greece and among the most renowned companies in the industry globally. OPAP is also a sector leader in Responsible Gaming and supports society in practice through a comprehensive Corporate Responsibility strategy.
OpenBet’s unrivalled technology will power OPAP’s online sportsbook offering, scaling the company’s online betting business and providing a series of competitive advantages. As part of the new partnership, OpenBet will deliver the full suite of its world-class betting technology, trading and sports content via SportCast.
The partnership marks the first for OpenBet in the Greek market where the company operates one of its largest hubs globally. The region presents one of the most promising opportunities across Europe.
OpenBet has a long and established history of partnering with the world’s largest gaming companies. The partnership with OPAP takes the number of WLA members now live with OpenBet’s sports betting technology, content and services to 10. WLA members provide an unparalleled experience for their customers, delivering safe, responsible and reliable entertainment, while supporting national economies.
Jan Karas, CEO of OPAP, commented: “At OPAP, we always look to offer our customers the highest quality of innovative and entertaining gaming products. Therefore, we are very pleased to be partnering with OpenBet and we are looking forward to leveraging their expertise and high-end technology solutions, in order to upgrade customer experience and take our online sports betting activities to new levels.”
Jordan Levin, Group CEO of OpenBet, added: “We’re delighted to have partnered with OPAP to help them deliver a best-in-class online sportsbook. The technology, content and services we provide, combined with our flexible and tailormade solutions has made us the leading sports betting partner for WLA members. It’s another huge milestone for OpenBet and we’re looking forward to working with Jan and his team at OPAP.”
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Greece
EGT Digital continues to reap success in Greece
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EGT Digital’s casino content is already live on one more prominent Greek betting site. The visitors to Novibet now can try their luck with the wide range of captivating slot games and jackpots of the Bulgarian provider, which enjoy great popularity in a number of markets around the world.
Foteini Matthaiou, Casino Product & CRM Director at Novibet, commented: “As a leading online casino, we are dedicated to providing our customers with the best gaming experiences available. That is why we have partnered with EGT Digital, a standout provider known for its captivating design, diverse themes, exciting bonuses, and immersive gameplay. Their slot games quickly became favorites among our players, and we are excited to continue expanding our offerings with EGT Digital’s latest releases in the near future.“
Tsvetomira Drumeva, Head of Sales at EGT Digital, also shared her expectations regarding the partnership with Novibet: “We are very happy that popular operator like Novibet chose to enhance their portfolio with our games. I believe that this is only the beginning of a successful collaboration which will contribute both to strengthening their positions in the Greek market and to paving our way to other key players in the country.”
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Compliance Updates
LiveG24 receives license to provide Live Games in Greece
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LiveG24 Ltd., a leading provider of live casino gaming solutions, is thrilled to announce that it has been officially licensed to offer its live games to the Greek market. This license, issued by the Hellenic Gaming Commission, allows LiveG24 to provide its premium live gaming services to all concessionaires holding valid Greek gaming licenses.
The certification marks a significant milestone for LiveG24 as it continues to expand its footprint in regulated markets across Europe. With this approval, Greek operators can now integrate LiveG24’s state-of-the-art live gaming suite, which includes a wide range of live dealer games such as Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, and other popular casino titles.
“We are incredibly proud to have achieved this new license from the Hellenic Gaming Commission,” said Angelo De Gobbi, COO of LiveG24 Ltd. “This approval is a testament to the quality and integrity of our live gaming solutions. We are excited to bring our immersive live gaming experience to Greek players and look forward to establishing strong partnerships with local operators.”
LiveG24 is renowned for its high-quality live streaming technology, professional dealers, and engaging user experience. The company’s live games are broadcasted in real-time from sophisticated studios in Malta, ensuring players enjoy a seamless and authentic casino atmosphere from the comfort of their own homes.
Greek operators can now leverage LiveG24’s innovative features and flexible integration options to enhance their gaming portfolios and provide their customers with a superior live gaming experience. The certification underscores LiveG24’s commitment to compliance and excellence in the regulated gaming industry.
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Compliance Updates
Hellenic Gaming Association Intensifies its Efforts to Combat Illegal Online Gambling
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The Hellenic Gaming Association (HGA) has intensified its efforts against the phenomenon of illegal online gambling, which has reached enormous proportions in recent years with incalculable economic and social impacts.
Following a lawsuit recently filed by the organisation under President Christos Panagopoulos against an internationally active company conducting illegal gambling in Greece without the necessary licensing from the Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC), a new lawsuit targets two well-known Greek influencers. These influencers, through their social media content, promote unlicensed gambling websites.
These internet personalities have posted a series of videos encouraging their mostly young audience, including minors, to visit these sites by sharing how they “managed” to win tens of thousands of euros by betting and playing on these illegal platforms. However, they conceal the fact that these are illegal gambling companies while enticing viewers with the promise of easy money.
It is important to highlight that their audience includes minors, who find an open door in the unlicensed environment where there are no controls or restrictions, unlike legal online companies where one must be at least 21 years old to open an account and play.
Besides the two Greek influencers, the association is planning to file reports to social media platforms and online services hosting ads and promoting unlicensed providers. Initially, they will approach the relevant departments of these organisations, and they may even take the matter to prosecutorial authorities. The initiatives undertaken by the HGA to combat illegal gambling often aim to fill the void left by the State, which is fundamentally responsible for addressing this open wound with appropriate actions, rather than a private entity.
The massive scale of illegal gambling in Greece was confirmed by a recent official survey conducted by the HGC in collaboration with KAPPA Research, shedding light on the hidden side of this illicit activity. According to the survey, 900,000 Greeks, or nearly 1 in 10, participated in illegal gambling at least once in the past 12 months, with an estimated astronomical expenditure of 1.7 billion euros in the unlicensed environment.
Of the total 1.7 billion euros, 1.1 billion was spent on illegal online games, and the remaining 600 million euros were associated with money spent in physical networks, such as unlicensed clubs and casinos. The average annual amount spent per player online reached approximately 1200 euros, while for land-based gambling, the corresponding amount was 738 euros.
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