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Betfair celebrates trailblazing heritage with new brand platform that empowers customers to make the game their own
Betfair, one of the world’s largest international online sports betting providers and part of the world’s biggest entertainment company, Flutter, has launched a new brand positioning and brand platform developed with their creative agency partner, Pablo.
The new platform ‘Play Different’ was born out of customer insights gathered as part of a multi-part study that measured components such as key motivations and drivers in the market and brand associations. It celebrates those who challenge the status quo and embrace unconventional thinking – something that in the world of sport is championed and celebrated and resonates well with customers. It is rooted in Betfair’s heritage as the original trailblazer in the category who were born from unconventional thinking and transformed the sports betting industry. Since its inception in 2000, Betfair has pushed the betting industry forward, always doing things differently, and finding ways for betting to be driven and owned by the bettors. This all started with the birth of the Betfair Exchange, shunning traditional bookmakers with its revolutionary invention, which offered customers a way to set their own odds for the very first time. Betfair’s ground-breaking heritage remains and they have continued to up the ante with first-to-market product innovations including ‘In-Play’, ‘Cash Out’, ‘Price Rush’, ‘Acca Edge’ and ‘90-Minute Payout’.
Betfair now has the richest and most varied betting experience on the market, across a Sportsbook and an Exchange and today, when bettors are looking for a way to get the edge and have more control, Betfair enables bettors to make the game their own, constantly improving the experience by empowering their players with more choice, more options and more ways to safely play – so they can play the game, the way they want.
Play Different debuts with a through-the-line campaign which launches at the pinnacle of this year’s sporting calendar, the UEFA Euros tournament. The campaign comes to life via a one-of-a-kind commercial that is designed to break away from the traditional betting ad conventions, harnessing the roguish charm and contagious creativity of viral trick shot sensations.
Set against the backdrop of a vibrant yellow sports arena, the commercial features a dynamic troupe of skillsters finding new ways to play and delivering jaw dropping feats – from backflip bicycle kicks to somersault slam dunks, they effortlessly pass the ball in a mesmerising sequence. Filmed by over 28 live cameras, the captivating spectacle showcases real sport trick shots untouched by visual effects, leaving audiences questioning: ‘Did they really just pull that off?” The voiceover declares ‘There’s more than one way to play. Betfair, Play Different,’ to the backdrop of an original composition by Duncan Hamilton.
Richard Hayward, Managing Director, Betfair said: “We’re incredibly proud of our latest campaign with Pablo. We embarked on this project, looking to create a positioning that truly resonated with our customers. Our customers love to play different and use Betfair to do so, it was a natural fit. The Euros is a busy period for customers, so we wanted to lead with a stand-out campaign that feels different from the category. We’re excited to see the new platform launch and the future ahead, this is just the beginning”
The TVC is complemented by OOH, radio, social media and digital activity that has been created in collaboration with Flutter Creative, plus a stream of content and advice from Betfair’s experts and pundits throughout the Euros tournament – all under the umbrella ‘Play Different, it’s what we do’.
The spot was directed by ManVsMachine through Friend London, with post-production and sound from Rascal.
The launch will be followed by subsequent campaigns and activations including a Safer Gambling and Racing campaign.
Tim Snape, Executive Creative Director at Pablo said: “When creating a new brand platform for Betfair, we knew it needed to be something extra special. Something that championed their trailblazing heritage and celebrated how they ripped up the rule book back in 2000 as the original category disruptor. The ‘Play Different’ platform perfectly embodies this challenger spirit and our launch campaign for the Euros is no different. For the centrepiece TVC, we brought together our own super squad of game changers to help us assemble 7 challenging trick shots together to pull off one mega trick shot. The challenge here was to join 7 individual trick shots into one never attempted before super trick shot. It’s fair to say, to create this new campaign we’ve embodied and lived up to Betfair’s ‘Play Different’ spirit; starting with the concept, and all the way through the production, we’ve challenged ourselves and our partners to create something distinctly different.”
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Soft2Bet, a leading iGaming turnkey solutions provider, recently brought together industry connections for an exclusive two-day golf and padel experience at the Gleneagles Hotel in Scotland. The event brought Soft2Bet’s friends and connections together to enjoy a relaxed day of golf and padel, meaningful conversations, and shared moments in an inspiring setting, celebrating the spirit of connection and community that defines the company’s approach.
Set against the backdrop of one of Scotland’s best-known sporting estates, the day paired competitive play with the camaraderie and shared spirit that are such a valued part of the game. Attendees enjoyed access to Gleneagles’ most exclusive Ryder Cup & Solheim courses, where the relaxed setting encouraged genuine connection and reflected the supportive atmosphere that made the gathering especially memorable.
Gleneagles was a fitting venue for the occasion. With more than a century of golfing history, three championship courses and a reputation built on world-class hospitality, it remains one of Scotland’s standout golf destinations. Its PGA Centenary Course hosted the 2014 Ryder Cup and the 2019 Solheim Cup, making Gleneagles the only golfing destination in Europe to have staged both events.
The event reflects Soft2Bet’s belief that strong connections are built through shared goals, trust and collaboration. Creating space for in-person connection allows the company to deepen those relationships and support long-term success.
Harrison Barrett, VP of Business Development at Soft2Bet, commented: “Bringing the industry together in a setting like Gleneagles allows us to go beyond day-to-day operations and focus on what truly drives success, while playing golf and padel. Events like this are an opportunity to align on vision, exchange ideas and celebrate the momentum.”
Stuart Trigwell, Director of Business Development at Play’n GO said: “The time spent at Gleneagles, enjoying the incredible courses and engaging in genuine, strategic conversations, was an absolute highlight. It is events like these that reinforce the trust and collaborative spirit at the core of our relations.”
The gathering reflects Soft2Bet’s wider approach to the iGaming community engagement, creating opportunities for stronger collaboration and supporting growth across key markets.
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Booming Games, a leading provider of premium gaming content, has launched Ultra Buffalo Hold and Win, an electrifying new slot that brings the energy of the plains straight to the reels. Featuring a classic 5×3 grid with 20 fixed paylines, the game offers a maximum win potential of 5,000x. Set against a striking desert backdrop, players encounter iconic wildlife symbols, including buffalo, eagles, and wolves.
The slot delivers a high-stakes experience with a suite of thrilling bonus features. Landing three Bonus symbols on reels one, three, and five triggers the Buffalo Bonus Wheel, offering Grand, Major, Minor, and Mini prize pots, as well as the enhanced Ultra Mode, which adds two extra rows to the grid.
Randomly, the Wild Buffalo Herd feature may activate to transform symbols into wilds and upgrade existing wilds to Wild x2, ratcheting up the excitement. Meanwhile, landing five or more coins triggers the Ultra Hold and Win feature, expanding the grid to 5×8 and raising the potential for massive payouts. Players who fill the extended grid capture the Grand Prize Pot, worth 2,000x their bet.
The intensity ramps up further with the Ultra Reel, unlocked by stacking a full 1×8 reel during Ultra Hold and Win. This dramatic addition multiplies or adds coin values to the rows below, pushing the game’s payout potential to a staggering 5,000x.
April will see Booming Games continue its high-octane release schedule with six new titles, including Fly On! and Fish Tales Monster Bass 10,000, boasting innovative features and maximum wins of 5,000x and 10,000x, respectively. These releases reinforce the studio’s focus on high-quality, high-volatility experiences designed for thrill-seeking players.
Craig Asling, Director of Games at Booming Games, said:
“Ultra Hold and Win is an exciting evolution of our classic Hold and Win mechanic. Every spin holds the promise of big rewards, and with features like the Ultra Reel and Buffalo Bonus Wheel, we’ve created a modern, pulse-pounding experience that players are going to love. Step into the herd and feel the charge!”
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R. Franco Digital, the Spanish iGaming provider, is set to exhibit at the SiGMA South America 2026, following a landmark year of commercial expansion.
The company will return to São Paulo from April 6-9 to present its latest suite of highly engaging games and services, tailored specifically for the evolving Latin American landscape.
R. Franco Digital enters this year’s exhibition having solidified its market presence across Portugal, Italy, and Peru, and is focused on leveraging that international expertise to support operators within Brazil’s maturing regulated framework.
Central to the showcase at Booth P105 will be the provider’s most popular games, including recent standouts such as Strange Spins, Genie Triple Bonanza, Diamond King Gorilla, Luxury Blast, Zorro: Final Duel and The Phantom.
These titles are designed to deliver localised, highly engaging player experiences, setting new standards for content in regulated and emerging markets.
In addition, R. Franco Digital will highlight the latest evolution of its IRIS platform. As a comprehensive, GLI-certified solution for casino, sports betting, and retail operators, IRIS is certified in key markets including Portugal, Spain, Colombia and Puerto Rico.
Javier Sacristán Franco, International Business Director of R. Franco Digital, said: “Brazil continues to be a primary focus for our global strategy, and SiGMA South America is the perfect stage to showcase how our games and technology can drive operational success. Our content portfolio and IRIS platform have evolved to meet the specific demands of players across the LatAm region.”
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