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SmartSoft’s expertise and future vision for the African market

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In recent years, the online gaming landscape has witnessed a surge in innovative and engaging titles that capture the interest of players worldwide. Among these, first ever flying crash game by SmartSoft – JetX emerged as a standout game, particularly gaining substantial traction in Africa. This article provides an in-depth examination of JetX, a popular online crash game, and explores the expertise behind its creation. By focusing on the game’s features, the developer SmartSoft Gaming, and insights from an interview with the Vice President Commercial, we aim to highlight the factors contributing to JetX’s success and its impact on the gaming industry.

About SmartSoft Gaming

Founded in Georgia in 2015 by industry experts, SmartSoft set out to create a one-of-a-kind casino games provider that offers high-quality gaming experiences worldwide. By combining interactive features with captivating visuals, we blend gaming and gambling to deliver more engaging, entertaining, and superior experiences. Our mission is not just to attract players but to enhance their enjoyment.

To gain further insights into the development of JetX and the vision behind its creation, we spoke with the Vice President Commercial of SmartSoft.

Rusa Javakhishvili Vice President Commercial of SmartSoft shared insights and analytics from African countries, and outlined future plans. Rusa joined SmartSoft two years ago as Head of Finance and Strategic Projects. In early 2024, she transitioned to the commercial side as Head of Account Management, and is now Vice President of Commercials, overseeing several regions, including Africa.

What was the general concept and inspiration behind JetX?
In recent years, the online gaming landscape has witnessed a surge in innovative and engaging titles that capture the interest of players worldwide. Among these, JetX has emerged as a standout game, particularly gaining substantial traction in Africa. The main concept of the game is that it is easy to play, the player is involved in the decision as much as possible, it is fast and within the fast-paced world we think that it delivers exactly what players need for an enjoyable experience.

How does JetX differentiate itself from other crash games in the market?

At SmartSoft, we appreciate  our relationships with partners, it’s  very important to us. We constantly think and work to create a valuable product and maintain strong connections with them. SmartSoft’s portfolio includes a diverse range of online casino games, each designed to offer unique features and interactive gameplay but JetX is the literal gem!

JetX is an online crash game that combines simplicity with excitement, offering players an engaging betting experience. This dynamic gameplay requires both luck and strategy, appealing to a broad audience seeking quick, high-stakes action. JetX stands out due to its user-friendly interface, real-time gameplay, and mobile compatibility, making it accessible and enjoyable for players on the go. Its growing popularity in Africa can be attributed to its exciting gameplay mechanics and the potential for significant winnings.

What strategies did you employ to ensure JetX appeals to a diverse audience, particularly in Africa?

When we expanded into the African market, we knew it’s a big and diverse region, so it’s important to understand each country individually instead of seeing it as one market. With our partners’ help, we’re working hard to learn about each country’s marketing practices and what types of games people enjoy. It’s a challenging task, but the African market is a top priority for us, and we’ve allocated resources to quickly build our knowledge in this area.

How has JetX been received by African players compared to other regions? Are there any notable differences in player behavior or preferences?

The African market is one of the most interesting and significant  for us, and we believe it has great potential. It is a highly dynamic and exciting market, where players are exposed to a wide variety of games. Their enthusiasm for diverse content gives us inspiration and motivation to create games specifically tailored to their unique preferences and needs. Moreover, they are quick to engage with new releases, eagerly embracing fresh content when it aligns with their tastes and expectations. Although Crash products were introduced only recently, they have quickly become a favorite among consumers. We expect this trend to continue growing.

How do you assess player feedback and incorporate it into ongoing game improvements?
This is a crucial aspect for us. That’s why, in collaboration with our partners, we consistently review key feedback on our games and strive to incorporate it as much as possible into new versions. We strive to bring enjoyment in everything we do – whether it’s in our work environment, or for the end users. Our goal is to delight both the customers and ourselves with our work. Therefore, we integrate gaming’s fun elements into gambling to maximize enjoyment. This approach fuels our drive to innovate and create playful experiences, redefining the gambling industry and making it more entertaining;

What future developments or updates can players expect for JetX?
Our product has undergone numerous changes since its inception, with many more improvements planned. These changes are aimed at delivering the best possible user experience for players while ensuring the product remains of the highest technical quality.

How has the success of JetX influenced SmartSoft’s approach to game development?
JetX, the first Crash game created in 2018, holds a special place as one of the company’s most beloved titles. Its global popularity is evident, and we’re thrilled that players enjoy it. At SmartSoft, having a diversified portfolio is crucial, which is why we release new games every year. As pioneers in the Crash genre, we ensure that we continually expand our offerings. Our goal is to provide players with a wide range of high-quality games they can trust to deliver an enjoyable experience.

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CT Interactive Enters into Strategic Partnership with Aardvark Technologies

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CT Interactive has expanded its presence in the African iGaming market through a new strategic partnership with Aardvark Technologies. The partnership marks an important step in the company’s regional growth strategy, with 20 of CT Interactive’s top-performing slot titles now live and available to South African players.

The launched portfolio features a selection of popular player favourites, including Wild Clover, Win Storm, Chilli Madness, 40 Treasures, Lucky Clover and Duck of Luck.

“Partnering with Aardvark Technologies to enter the South African market is an exciting step forward for CT Interactive. Their strong local presence and in-depth market knowledge make them the ideal partner to showcase our portfolio and deliver fresh, high-quality gaming experiences to players across the region,” said Antonio Donov, Head of Business Development EMEA and Asia at CT Interactive.

“This partnership with Aardvark Technologies represents an important achievement in our African expansion strategy. South Africa is a key regulated market with significant growth potential, and collaborating with a trusted local operator enables us to deliver our content in full alignment with both player expectations and regulatory requirements,” Martin Ivanov, Chief Operating Officer at CT Interactive, said.

“Adding CT Interactive’s games to our South African offering is an exciting step in strengthening our content strategy in the region. CT Interactive is a well-established provider with a strong global presence, and this partnership allows us to deliver a balanced and engaging portfolio aligned with local player demand,” said Arijus Denisovas, Commercial Director at Aardvark Technologies.

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Amusnet Appoints Cameron Green as Country Manager for South Africa

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Amusnet has appointed Cameron Green as the Country Manager for South Africa, reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to one of Africa’s most established and strategically important regulated gaming markets.

With more than 25 years of experience across the casino, sports betting and poker industries, Cameron Green joins Amusnet with a reputation built on results. His career spans senior leadership roles across both B2C operators and B2B suppliers, giving him a rare, end-to-end understanding of what drives sustainable performance in regulated gaming environments, from product and operations to compliance, market entry and long-term commercial growth.

In his new role, he will be responsible for driving commercial expansion in South Africa, supporting existing partners, developing new relationships and ensuring Amusnet’s portfolio continues to deliver high standards of performance, compliance and localisation.

“It’s a real privilege to join Amusnet at such a symbolic moment as the company celebrates its 10th anniversary. Amusnet has built a strong global reputation for quality and long-term partnerships, and my focus now is to establish and grow our local presence in South Africa in a way that is sustainable, compliant, and partner-driven. My role is to establish Amusnet’s entity in South Africa and build a strong foundation for growth through close collaboration with local partners, and smart market execution,” Cameron Green said.

Over the past several years, Cameron has played a key role in building and scaling gaming operations across Southern and East Africa, partnering closely with regulators, operators and technology stakeholders to deliver compliant and player-focused solutions. His deep knowledge of South Africa’s gaming landscape, paired with extensive regional experience, positions him strongly to lead Amusnet’s growth strategy and strengthen operator partnerships across the country.

“Cameron’s appointment is a key step for Amusnet in South Africa. His track record in driving growth, building market-ready strategies, and working closely with operators and regulators aligns perfectly with our direction. We’re excited to accelerate our momentum in the country with Cameron leading the way. We believe growth comes from quality content, trust, and long-term collaboration. Cameron embodies that approach. His experience will play a key role as we strengthen our footprint in South Africa and continue delivering high-performing, localised solutions to our partners,” Irina Rusimova, CCO of Amusnet, said.

This appointment marks another meaningful step in Amusnet’s continued investment in South Africa and its broader African growth strategy.

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CT Interactive Bolsters Global Presence with South African Certification

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CT Interactive has officially entered the South Africa’s regulated iGaming market, strengthening its presence in one of the region’s fastest-growing gaming jurisdictions.

As part of the certification process, 20 popular titles have been approved for launch in South Africa. The certified portfolio includes top-performing games such as Lucky Clover, Win Storm, 40 Treasures, Wild Clover and Chilli Fruits—titles that have consistently demonstrated strong player engagement across multiple international markets.

“Achieving certification in South Africa is a very important step in our regional expansion strategy. Our portfolio is ideally positioned to meet these expectations and deliver immersive, fully compliant gaming experiences,” said Martin Ivanov, Chief Operating Officer at CT Interactive.

Antonio Donov, Head of Business Development for EMEA and Asia at CT Interactive, said: “South Africa represents a key regulated market with significant long-term potential. This certification allows us to support licensed operators with reliable, engaging, and regulation-ready content tailored to local requirements.”

With this certification, CT Interactive strengthens its position as a trusted provider, bringing South African players a diverse, high-quality portfolio that meets all local regulatory standards.

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