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Sportradar Announces Launch of Universal Fraud Detection System
Company makes landmark commitment to continue safeguarding the integrity of global sport through funding its proven and market leading bet monitoring system free of charge for sport organisations;
Supported by major sports organisations including the International Olympic Committee and the Asian Football Confederation
Sportradar Integrity Services – the leading global supplier of sports integrity solutions – today announced the launch of the Universal Fraud Detection System (UFDS). Evolving from its current bet monitoring service, the UFDS will be funded by Sportradar and offered free of charge to any sports federation, or league worldwide, and will be made available in October 2021.
Since 2005, Sportradar has used its technically advanced bet monitoring system – the Fraud Detection System (FDS) – to detect match-fixing across global sport. In 2020 alone, over 600,000 matches were monitored by the FDS across 1,000+ leagues and competitions, in 26 different sports.
Across the past 15 years, more than 5,300 matches have been classified as suspicious in the FDS, and Sportradar Integrity Services has supported over 400 successful sporting disciplinary sanctions, and over 30 successful criminal convictions against those who have sought to corrupt sport. Through this landmark commitment to safeguarding the integrity of global sport, Sportradar are making the capabilities and benefits of this established and proven bet monitoring service available to all of sport. Leading up to the launch of the UFDS in October, Sportradar will be speaking to sporting bodies so they can understand the service being offered, and will continue to upscale their technology and operation to deliver this ambitious undertaking.
Carsten Koerl, Sportradar Group CEO said: “We believe that integrity is fundamental to public confidence in sport, and that wrongdoing at any tier of competition affects all levels of sports and its fans. Today marks a very special day in the history of our company, as we announce the upcoming launch of our core bet monitoring system, at no financial charge to any sports federation or league that wants to use it. By making this significant investment in integrity via the UFDS initiative, we are demonstrating our commitment to support the sustainability of sport around the globe.
“We are continuing to upscale our technology and operation to handle this considerable undertaking, and as well as providing it to new partners we have already set about discussing and implementing the UFDS with our 70+ existing FDS partners. We are very excited to launch this exciting initiative and add to the proven track record of our integrity team, by ensuring the UFDS plays a major role in protecting the integrity of the sports we all love in the decades to come.”
The IOC’s Olympic Movement Unit on the Prevention of the Manipulation of Competitions remarked: “The IOC’s OM Unit PMC welcomes this significant commitment by its longstanding partner Sportradar. We will continue to work with all stakeholders of the Olympic Movement, notably International Federations, National Olympic Committees and multi-sports events organisers, to reach a sustainable approach towards protecting all sports from competition manipulation.”
“It continues to be important for all sporting organisations to understand the most sustainable way to protect sports from competition manipulation. Utilising this substantial investment by Sportradar with its proven and reliable bet monitoring of the global betting market can be the foundation for a holistic integrity programme. Therefore, all sporting organisations are reminded once again, that an all-encompassing approach – as in the OM Unit PMC’s specific ’3 Pillar Strategy’ – is fundamental in order to achieve sustainable and long-term results.”
Ahmed Alosaymi, AFC’s Head of Integrity, remarked: “We have worked with Sportradar since 2013, and their data-driven approach to utilising the latest technology, matched with the professional experience of their analysts, has allowed us to be at the forefront of ensuring integrity for football in Asia. With more matches happening each season, coupled with the tremendous popularity of Asian Football, ensuring we have the right partner that delivers us results is key. The AFC has worked very closely with Sportradar to bring several cases to justice. We believe that this move of the offering of UFDS will help protect the integrity of sports globally, giving leagues and federations at all levels the opportunity to safeguard their sport and competitions for all their stakeholders.”
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Making an Impact: Slammer Studios Debuts “Magawa vs Mines”
Introducing Magawa vs Mines, the debut game from Slammer Studios – a fresh new player in the industry. With the launch of this vibrant 7×7 slot, the studio is kicking things off in style.
Inspired by the legendary Magawa, a rat whose life-saving landmine detection skills have earned worldwide acclaim, this game pays tribute to this incredible hero. With Magawa vs Mines, players get to honour the courage of an extraordinary rat, reliving his daring missions through high-energy gameplay.
You’ll join forces with Magawa on his latest life-saving mission, spinning the reels to reveal the remarkable rat at work. But it’s the flurry of features where things get truly explosive.
For example, there’s the Rat Run – launched by landing a Rat Wild and Mystery Mine on the reels. When this is triggered, Rat Wilds run to the nearest Mystery Mines and set off the Mystery Reveal feature. Base Game Mines are also triggered via the Rat Run, revealing mystery symbols on the grid. You can buy a bonus too, helping you scuttle towards success even quicker.
Don’t forget to try and set off the Chain Reaction, which is randomly triggered after Mystery Reveals or winning combinations. This in turn triggers extra Mystery Mines, creating more space for more winning symbols and leading to — yep, you guessed it — a chain reaction of big wins!
There’s Free Games too, triggered by revealing three Scatters or more on the reels. When these games are on the go, Mystery Mines turn golden with multipliers attached… the perfect way to help you win up to 20,000x your bet.
Get ready to join the adventure when Magawa vs Mines launches on November 28, 2024. This exciting debut from Slammer Studios is set to bring impactful gaming to players everywhere. Don’t miss your chance to dive into the action and experience the bravery of Magawa first-hand!
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TaDa Gaming Successfully Enters Italian Market with Pixelo Partnership
TaDa Gaming, has entered the Italian iGaming market with renowned platform provider, Pixelo, as part of its European growth strategy.
Known for its diverse and exciting portfolio of slots, table games, crash, bingo and Plinko, alongside the recent launch of its gamification tools, GiftCode and WIN CARD, TaDa Gaming has enjoyed a positive reception across numerous regulated markets throughout 2024.
The new partnership with Pixelo marks its first entry to Italy and is already creating a sensation with players. Magical theme release Ali Baba and the Plinko games have landed well but it is TaDa’s unique Fishing-Shooting games that have particularly resonated.
Perceiving this new style of arcade release as a literal game changer in the industry, Pixelo and TaDa Gaming have been working together to introduce these exciting and immersive releases to the Italian iGaming market and Ocean King Jackpot especially is already creating significant traction with players.
Renowned in Asia as the No. 1 provider for Fishing-Shooting games, TaDa Gaming has seen uplifts in rounds played and increased deposits with clients who choose to integrate its Fishing-Shooting games, which also include Fortune King Jackpot, Mega Fishing and Jackpot Fishing. This immediate impact with Pixelo in Italy is especially gratifying due to the short timeframe in which the two companies have been collaborating.
Pixelo is an established iGaming platform that has led the Italian market for many years. Their services are known for their flexibility, scalability, high-security standards and smooth integration. Offering multi-device support, real-time systems and a high-performance infrastructure, Pixelo delivers unparalleled efficiency and support to its clients.
A wide exposure across multiple verticals including casino, sportsbook, bingo and lottery enabled the highly regulated and licenced operator to build its reputation on integrity and innovation. Ensuring continuous tier one content provision has maintained its position as a premium brand in Italy, driven key market trends and ensured quality playing experiences.
Andy Huang, CEO, TaDa Gaming, said: ‘Partnering with Pixelo is doubly exciting for TaDa Gaming: we are entering a new market with a leading operator who shares our commitment to quality gaming, and who is enabling us to realise the enormous potential of our Fishing-Shooting releases in a new market. We are delighted that not only TaDa’s unique Fishing-Shooting games have resonated with players in Italy but our diverse portfolio of slots, crash and Plinko is also a success in such a short time. Thanks to Pixelo’s seamless integration process and professionalism, our collaboration to date has been both smooth and highly effective. We are looking forward to delivering exciting play in iGaming together.’
Lucio Pellecchia, CEO, Pixelo SRL, followed: ‘With TaDa Gaming as our strategic partner, aligning with our ongoing pursuit of innovation and excellence, we will further expand our already extensive offering, reach new market segments, and solidify our position in the industry. We are excited about this collaboration and are confident that our customers will appreciate this new value proposition. The exclusivity of this partnership represents a unique opportunity for both brands to grow and strengthen their presence in the Italian market. Thanks to our integration hub, we will be able to offer all interested gaming operators, all of TaDa Gaming’s games, and especially the extraordinary Fishing-Shooting Games, an absolute novelty in our market.’
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Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – November 11-17
Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated.
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Golden Entertainment Inc. reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30. The Company reported third quarter revenue of $161.2 million, net income of $5.2 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $34.0 million. In addition, on November 5, the Company’s Board of Directors authorised the Company’s recurring quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share of the Company’s outstanding common stock payable on January 7, 2025 to shareholders of record as of December 20, 2024.
Snoqualmie Casino has announced its rebranding to Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel, reflecting an exciting new chapter in the venue’s history as it embarks on a much-anticipated expansion. Set for completion in mid-2025, this project promises to elevate the guest experience, making Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel a premier destination for entertainment, relaxation and culinary excellence. The cornerstone of the expansion is the construction of a luxurious hotel, which will offer guests unparalleled comfort and stunning views of the Snoqualmie Valley and Mount Si.
Galaxy Gaming Inc., the world’s largest independent developer and distributor of casino table games and technology announced, at a special meeting of its stockholders held on November 12, 2024 (the Special Meeting), Galaxy Gaming stockholders voted to approve the Company’s acquisition by Evolution Malta Holding Limited (Evolution), Evolution AB (publ)’s wholly owned subsidiary. Galaxy Gaming will file a Form 8-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission reporting the final voting results of the Special Meeting.
Caesars Virginia has announced that its highly anticipated opening date will be Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. The resort will welcome its first guests beginning at noon. Additional details on the opening festivities will be announced at a later date. Caesars Virginia is a 587,000 square foot casino resort with more than 90,000 square feet of gaming space.
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NGX has entered into a strategic partnership with Sportradar, a global leader in sports integrity solutions, which collaborates with more than 180 sports federations and leagues. The agreement aims to support the Brazilian football federations of Rio Grande do Sul, Paraná and Pará, providing detailed reports to ensure the integrity of sporting events and combat fraud.
EvenBet Gaming has announced the launch of its advanced poker solutions in partnership with JugaMax, one of the largest and most respected casino operators in Paraguay. This strategic collaboration marks EvenBet’s debut in the Paraguayan iGaming market, solidifying the company’s expansion within Latin America. The newly established partnership enables the integration of EvenBet Gaming’s poker offering on the JugaMax platform.
Jackpocket, the leading lottery app in the US, and Barstool Sports announced a new collaboration naming Jackpocket as the “Exclusive & Official Digital Lottery Partner of Barstool Sports”. The deal with Barstool follows Jackpocket’s parent company, DraftKings, announcing a similar agreement with the media company in February 2024. This collaboration centers around the integration of Jackpocket in Barstool’s content. Fans can participate in the lottery alongside some of Barstool’s biggest names such as Dave Portnoy, Big Cat & PFT from Pardon My Take – the leading sports podcast in America, Wallo & Gillie from Million Dollaz Worth of Game and more.
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