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AGTech Holdings Announces its 2019 Annual Results

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March 26, 2020

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AGTech Holdings has announced its annual results for 2019. The total revenue amounted to approximately HK$175.1 million, an increase of 3.9% over 2018. The main sources of revenue were lottery hardware, lottery games and systems, provision of lottery distribution and ancillary services, games and entertainment business in the PRC.

The revenue hike was primarily due to the increase in revenue from the lottery games and increase in sales from lottery hardware.

Operating loss for the year was approximately HK$194.9 million (2018: approximately HK$262.0 million), representing a decrease of approximately 25.6% over 2018.

The loss for the year under review was approximately HK$113.6 million (2018: profit of approximately HK$317.1 million). The change from profit to loss for the year was mainly attributable to several non-cash and non-operating items relating to the fair value changes of the Convertible Bonds and the contingent consideration payables under the Score Value Transaction.

John Sun, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of AGTech, said:

“In 2019, our overall business continues to evolve and transform, both domestically and on the international front, to deliver a more sustainable and commercially viable business model. In a year which saw sales in the Chinese lottery sector decrease by approximately 17.5% compared to last year, the group stands strong and continues to work responsibly according to regulatory requirements, and at the same time explore on innovative measures towards development of the industry. As witnessed by our blockchain application project and augmented reality (AR) driven marketing campaign throughout 2019, we continue to lay the necessary foundation for our team, systems, technology and infrastructure to be well positioned towards our digitalization initiatives.”

“Our hardware division continues to bring innovative products to the market and maintain our position as a leading lottery hardware supplier. As we enter the era of 5G and the Internet of Things, our goal to implement and utilize smart technology applications to more retail shops under the Alibaba Group’s network will continue. The Group would like to congratulate Jiangsu province’s e-Ball Lottery in reaching RMB10 billion in total sales since its initial launch in 2013. This is a remarkable achievement, and we will continue to work closely with the provincial team to ensure smooth operations and promote responsible lottery to the community.”

“We anticipate to roll out our full suite of lottery solutions, including our SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) lottery delivery platform, a fully integrated digital platform that is tailored to serve both business and customers to refine on user experience on all fronts. Aligning to the Alibaba Group’s overriding new retail initiative, our platform will further enhance synergy by integrating hardware, software, and data to open up distribution channels, in addition to a potential new commercial model.”

“Paytm First Games (formerly known as Gamepind), our mobile gaming joint venture in India, will remain to be a key focus and driver for AGTech on the international front. In view of the success of our fantasy sport products in 2019, we will continue to serve as technical service provider to Paytm First Games’ sporting content. Supporting and grooming the platform to become a market leader in India has always been a mission to the Group. Our games and entertainment division will continue to develop and roll out engagement games for commercialization, and will also look for expansion opportunities in other selected international markets as well.”

Source: agtech.com

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Highlight Games’ platform clears Italy’s ADM collaudo certification

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July 14, 2026

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Company plans to roll out SOCCERBET with LALIGA archive footage on its own platform in Italian retail after the World Cup.

Highlight Games Limited said its proprietary platform has passed Italy’s ADM collaudo process, the technical certification required for gaming platforms. The company announced the approval on 14 July 2026 from London.

Following the conclusion of the World Cup, Highlight said it will launch its Spanish SOCCERBET product featuring archive LALIGA footage on its own platform across Italian retail channels. The company added that operators will transfer to Highlight’s platform over the months that follow.

The supplier said the certification allows it to deliver its content via its own “zero-cost streaming technology” in Italy and gives it control over its product roadmap in what it called its most important market.

Steven Holmes, CEO, Highlight Games said: ‘This is a huge moment for Highlight as we bring our video-based technology stack to the Italian market and join a select few who are able to offer an officially ADM certified platform. Italy is where SOCCERBET has proven itself time and again and passing the ADM collaudo means we can now deliver that content on our own platform, with our zero-cost streaming solution, exactly as it was designed to be experienced.

‘Owning the technology end to end means we control our own roadmap, resulting in faster launches, smoother integrations for our operator partners and a richer experience for players. Our products consistently perform at the top of the market wherever they are live, and with our platform now officially certified in Italy, we have everything in place to build on that momentum.’

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PokerStars puts $800,000 in Sunday Million Anniversary tickets into Ticket Machine

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July 14, 2026

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The 10-week phased event runs Daily Heats through September 6, with raffles awarding more than $100,000 in $109 tickets each week.

PokerStars is allocating more than $800,000 worth of $109 Daily Heat (Phase 1) tickets through its “Ticket Machine” promotion ahead of the Sunday Million 20th Anniversary Finals (Phase 2) on Sunday, September 6.

The Sunday Million 20th Anniversary is being run as a 10-week phased tournament, with Daily Heats running now through September 6. Players who advance from a $109 Daily Heat carry their stack into the Finals, with PokerStars noting that only one stack may be carried through to Phase 2.

To enter the Ticket Machine, players must opt in to the “Ticket Machine” ICE Challenge and complete weekly poker challenges. Each completed challenge adds entries to a Saturday raffle, with PokerStars saying more than $100,000 in $109 Daily Heat tickets will be awarded each week. Players can complete each challenge up to four times, for a maximum of 24 raffle entries per week.

PokerStars said that, after the first two weeks of Daily Heats, 270 players from more than 40 countries have already qualified for the Finals, including 50 who qualified into Phase 1 via satellites. Brazil and Ukraine lead the qualifiers list with 33 players each, according to the operator.

The operator has set a $5 million guarantee for the Sunday Million 20th Anniversary. Additional qualification routes include satellites starting at $0.55, special edition Spin & Go’s from $0.75, and “Wildcard Wins”, described by PokerStars as a new leaderboard promotion running until July 19. PokerStars also said players redeeming a $530 Bronze Pass will receive “25% extra value in the bundle” for a limited time, including an additional $109 Sunday Million 20th Anniversary ticket and $23.50 in tournament tickets.

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CreedRoomz signs Ronaldinho to front new Kickoff Roulette live game show

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July 14, 2026

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Kickoff Roulette Ronaldinho launches with a Gold Number mechanic and English/Portuguese language support.

CreedRoomz has named former football star Ronaldinho as brand ambassador for its new live casino game show, Kickoff Roulette Ronaldinho. The supplier said the title is now available for integration by B2B partners.

The company positions the product as a roulette-led live game show built around a football theme, running from a virtual studio. According to CreedRoomz, the game includes a “Gold Number Mechanic” where randomized lucky numbers can add multipliers from x50 to x700.

When asked about the crossover between football and casino entertainment, Ronaldinho said: “The fact that football is a global passion also helps, so I believe everyone will like “Kickoff Roulette Ronaldinho” for that reason.. and for the innovation of everything that is happening.”

CreedRoomz said the game is available in English and Portuguese, framing Portuguese language support as relevant for operators targeting Brazil and other Portuguese-speaking audiences. Armen Mnaskanian, Head of Sales Department at Creedroomz, said: “Bringing Ronaldinho into the CreedRoomz family represents a massive leap forward for live casino entertainment. Football and iGaming both thrive on passion and excitement. By fusing Ronaldinho’s legendary star power with powerhouse monetization mechanics, we are giving our partners the ultimate competitive edge and a next-generation casino offering.”

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