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Rank Group Slips to Loss in Pandemic
The Rank Group has slipped to a £48.6 million pre-tax loss in the last six months of 2020 after a challenging first half of its financial year.
The group’s underlying net gaming revenue was down 58% from £371.2m to £156.9m although digital was up 1% to £66m.
Rank, which had made a £39.8m pre-tax profit in the last six months of 2019, had most of its venues shut for much of the six months. It saw a 10% growth in active customers in UK digital brands.
In light of the pandemic, the board has not proposed an interim dividend but is committed to restarting dividends when circumstances permit.
Chief executive John O’Reilly said: “There is no doubt that the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has been far beyond anything we or any other leisure operator could have imagined or planned for. The ever-changing restrictions coupled with curfews, which in particular have a seismic impact on our Grosvenor venues, have resulted in an exceptionally challenging first half for the group.
“I have remained incredibly impressed with our teams who have displayed high levels of professionalism and adaptability under the continuously changing circumstances. Despite the difficulties we are facing, they have continued, through a range of initiatives, to help our local communities, front line workers and those who are vulnerable.
“We have taken a stringent approach in applying affordability restrictions, particularly on higher staking customers, which has impacted revenues in our UK facing digital business in the half. We have been making good progress in the development of our proprietary technology platform to prepare the digital business for its exciting future. Once we have successfully completed the migrations of Mecca and Grosvenor, our in-house technology and development capability will give us much greater agility and speed in delivering developments, providing the group with a platform for growth both in the UK and internationally.
“There continues to be uncertainty looking ahead, particularly as our venues remain closed and we have no firm guidance as to when we will be able to reopen.”
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ZITRO TO SHOWCASE CONCEPT CABINET LINE AND NEW GAMES AT G2E ASIA 2025

As excitement builds for G2E Asia 2025, Zitro is set to make a powerful statement with the debut of its all-new CONCEPT cabinet line alongside a portfolio of new, tailor-made game titles designed specifically for the Asian gaming market. This year’s lineup reflects Zitro’s continued evolution as a key player in gaming innovation, offering both cutting-edge hardware and captivating content.
Among the titles on display will be Legendary Sword, Triple Charm Journey, Fairyland Quest, King Fu Frog, Merging Fu Pots, Lucky Vaulty, and Cash Totems—each developed with exciting features, enhanced with rich narratives, and high-quality multimedia to elevate player engagement across diverse markets.
Zitro’s rising influence in Asia is evident. The company’s recent expansion in the Philippines—where Zitro’s slot games are among the top performers in casinos within Entertainment City—underscores its rapid success in the region.
“We are proud to showcase our latest innovations at G2E Asia 2025,” said Sebastián Salat, President International of Zitro. “Our commitment to the Asian market remains steadfast, and we are confident that our player-centric products—crafted with deep understanding of the region’s vibrant gaming culture—will resonate with both operators and players. The introduction of our CONCEPT cabinet line and ambitious 2025 game release roadmap in place marks a new chapter for Zitro in this market, and we look forward to sharing it with the Asian gaming community.”
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BetComply partners with Binderr to transform iGaming due diligence

BetComply, the iGaming industry’s most trusted technical and regulatory compliance firm, has entered a strategic partnership with Binderr, the platform and marketplace bringing onboarding into the future.
Together, BetComply and Binderr will revolutionise the way the iGaming industry onboards partners, conducts due diligence and searches for appropriate financial services.
BetComply partners will enjoy effortless onboarding and due diligence via Binderr’s best-in-class platform, as well as access to an extensive marketplace of financial, legal and corporate services.
Daniel Brookes, CEO at BetComply, said: “It’s a real pleasure to be partnering with the team at Binderr, who have built something genuinely game-changing. Every time we support a client with licence applications or market entry, we face the same time-consuming, manual due diligence process. Binderr makes things significantly simpler, with everything centralised, reusable and more efficient. This isn’t just about saving time; it’s about reducing regulatory risk, improving operational performance and helping our clients scale globally.”
Zak Rose, COO at Binderr, added: “Although iGaming wasn’t our initial target market, we’ve had the chance to speak with a number of gaming providers and it’s clear that what we’ve built is a great fit for the industry. Binderr is designed for high-growth, high-regulation environments just like iGaming. By centralising due diligence and making compliance processes smarter and repeatable, we help remove friction from market entry and ongoing operations.”
Binderr is co-founded by Jacob Appel and Zak Rose, who’ve previously enjoyed success across a number of tech start-ups, including Time to Eat, Bolt and Bolt Food.
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NOVOMATIC Announces New Strategic Distribution Partnership with Harvest Gaming

NOVOMATIC has announced a new strategic distribution partnership with Harvest Gaming, a renowned company based in Singapore. This new venture marks an important step in NOVOMATIC’s strategy of expanding its presence across Asia and reinforces the Group’s long-term commitment to international growth through strong regional collaborations.
Under the new agreement, Harvest Gaming will represent NOVOMATIC’s leading portfolio of land-based gaming solutions in Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam. With its in-depth market knowledge, excellent industry relations, and a customer-focused approach, Harvest Gaming is ideally positioned to support NOVOMATIC’s growth and deliver tailored solutions to local operators.
“We are delighted to partner with Harvest Gaming in order to strengthen our footprint in Southeast Asia. Their deep understanding of the regional markets and dedication to supporting our customers make them excellent representatives of the NOVOMATIC brand. This partnership will allow us to serve operators in Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam better with our tailored, high-performance gaming solutions,” Michael Barsin of NOVOMATIC Sales said.
“We are proud to be appointed as NOVOMATIC’s distributor for this important region. NOVOMATIC is globally recognized for its innovation, quality, and reliability – values that perfectly reflect our own business philosophy. We look forward to working closely with the NOVOMATIC team to support our customers and drive mutual growth in Southeast Asia,” Alfred Hwee, General Manager at Harvest Gaming, said.
This new partnership further expands NOVOMATIC’s global distribution network and enhances the Group’s ability to meet the specific needs of customers in one of the most dynamic regions of the international gaming industry.
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