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NOVOMATIC Italia announces the new Governance
After the holiday season, looking to the future and hoping for positive evolution for the reopening of gaming locations after the persistent lockdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the new Board of Directors of NOVOMATIC Italia looks into the future and introduces a new growth path, prepared and strategically based on the significant history of the Group in Italy, but also on the experience gained in 2020.
In view of the recently announcement of the new composition of the Italian Board, composed of personalities already established within the Group, whohave profound knowledge of the sector in our country, CEO Dr. Markus Buechele is very satisfied with the new organisation. Buechele says: “After a consolidation phase, we are preparing our Group for further growth. With an industrial shareholder, we can perfectly approach in a long-term view on business development also in the Italian gaming market. Growth also means technological development of our systems and products to underline our leading market position. Our customers are our focus and with NOVOMATIC products and services, we want to offer them superior gaming equipment. For the future challenges I can count on a very skilled and motivated team and can confirm that the NOVOMATIC family, of more than 2,600 colleagues, is ready to grow”.
The CEO’s words are supported by the comment of the President, Franco Sergio Rota, founder of the Group in Italy, who believed in an important project to be expanded in the country 14 years ago: “I imagined a Group that would be truly active on all fronts in the Italian gaming sector, leading in innovation and quality, following the example of the Austrian headquarters. Therefore I have the honor of representing NOVOMATIC in a new phase, which extends and enhances even more all the characteristics of excellence expressed until today”.
This includes the great commitment and leadership always shown in retail gaming. The Group’s Chief Operating Officer, Karl Plank, hopes to expand and grow in this area as well: “I have always believed that a company’s presence on the territory is the most important and most valuable asset, because it makes everyone’s work concrete. Our gaming halls are and will remain – a jewel in the Italian gaming scene. In recent months, we have grown and acquired new locations, all this despite the closures, despite the pandemic, because we believe in our work and we aim to continue to offer safe and responsible entertainment in Italy, with attention to every detail. In addition, I will be responsible for developing our business unit dedicated to the AWP, both in terms of production and sales, as well as game development”.
As a supplier of technology, services and a global range of products, NOVOMATIC Italia’s management is ready to carry forward a consolidated approach. That of being able to deal with every eventuality by referring to people and strategic functions organized to respond efficiently to the challenges of the market and the evolution of the industry.
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KingMidas Games, a leading iGaming provider, has announced the appointment of three senior executives to accelerate its global growth strategy.
Sean Auret has been appointed as Global Head, joined by Sargis Khachatryan as Commercial Director and Davit Hovsepyan as Client Success Director. Together, the trio will focus on extending KingMidas Games’ presence beyond Asia, introducing its innovative portfolio to operators across Europe and the rest of the world.
In his role as Global Head, Auret will be responsible for implementing scalable growth frameworks across the organisation, ensuring that KingMidas Games is equipped to meet the demands of an increasingly competitive global market, while driving growth among partners worldwide.
“Having spent decades in the iGaming industry, I have seen first-hand how important it is for providers to not only deliver engaging products but also to build strong internal processes that ensure consistency, scalability, and growth,” said Sean Auret, Global Head at KingMidas Games. “At KingMidas Games, my focus will be on strengthening the operational and commercial frameworks that underpin our business, enabling us to deliver even greater value to our partners globally.”
As seasoned industry veterans, Khachatryan and Hovsepyan will represent KingMidas Games outside of Asia with a clear mission to drive revenue growth. Leveraging their expertise in commercial strategy and client success, they will be at the forefront of building relationships with operators and aggregators, ensuring that KingMidas Games’ titles achieve broad adoption across key international markets.
Khachatryan and Hovsepyan will be attending SBC Summit 2025 (Lisbon), taking place at the Feira Internacional De Lisboa & MEO Arena from 16th to 18th September 2025, where they will showcase KingMidas Games’ expanding portfolio to international operators.
Commenting on his new role, Sargis Khachatryan, Commercial Director, KingMidas Games, said: “Europe offers incredible opportunities for next-generation iGaming products. Operators are looking for fresh and engaging titles that truly stand out, and KingMidas Games is ready to deliver. I’m thrilled to showcase our portfolio at SBC Summit 2025, and excited to explore partnerships that create real value and drive long-term growth together.”
Davit Hovsepyan, Client Success Director, KingMidas Games, added: “Player engagement and operator growth go hand in hand, and KingMidas Games has built its reputation by developing games that deliver on both fronts. I am excited to collaborate with partners across Europe and beyond, ensuring that our clients are supported every step of the way as we bring our titles to new audiences.”
With demand for fresh and innovative gaming content continuing to rise globally, KingMidas Games is committed to delivering experiences that combine creativity, technology, and cultural relevance to meet evolving player expectations and drive operator growth.
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Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, is heading to SBC Summit Lisbon 2025, where it will celebrate eight years of innovation, partnerships, and standout content in the iGaming industry.
Now home to a portfolio of over 250 titles, Evoplay has climbed to the top tier of the industry by consistently pushing boundaries across slot, instant, crash, table, lottery and skill-based verticals.
At this year’s show, the studio will celebrate “Level 8” of its journey with a party-themed booth that includes entertainment, product showcases and a warm thank-you to the partners who have helped shape its story.
Visitors to the stand can take a spin on the Wheel of Fortune, and enjoy signature cocktails inspired by Evoplay’s most iconic games, while a special activity is also planned exclusively for Evoplay’s partners.
The past year saw growth in both Evoplay product portfolio and platforms for partners. Evoplay launched new game types, including its first lottery game, Adrenaline Rush: Scratch, and a football-themed instant game, the latest edition in the Penalty Shoot-out trilogy which combines the best elements of the previous two titles, Penalty Shoot-out: Super Cup. Evoplay also continued to innovate with games featuring new mechanics for the iGaming world like Hot Slice and Tap Craze, which especially appeal to modern players.
One of the most notable achievements was Uncrossable Rush, the studio’s first co-developed title created in partnership with the analytics platform SlotCatalog. Based on SlotCatalog’s deep player insights and data analysis, combined with Evoplay’s innovative design and technical expertise, Uncrossable Rush represents a fresh approach to game creation.
Beyond games, the studio introduced several platform updates, including an enhanced Client Area, and the launch of an all-in-one Affiliate Hub – a platform which provides Evoplay’s media and affiliate partners with access to exclusive materials of Evoplay’s innovative slots and instant games. The company also introduced Evoplay Media, a resource that shares the latest company news, insightful articles with industry experts, and other valuable content.
Ivan Kravchuk, CEO at Evoplay, said: “SBC Summit Lisbon is the perfect stage to celebrate eight incredible years of Evoplay. This year’s show is all about saying thank you to our clients, partners, and players, and inviting them to share in the energy and creativity that drives everything we do.
Over the past years, we’ve launched new verticals, deepened our partnerships, and provided players with completely new forms of entertainment, and we’re just getting started.”
Join the celebration at Stand A182 and see what’s next as Evoplay levels up for its most ambitious chapter yet.
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Pioneering iGaming technology company becomes the latest member of North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries trade group, reinforcing its commitment to advancing the lottery sector through innovative digital solutions
Bede Gaming, the data-driven iGaming technology provider known for its market leading software and full-service platform solutions, announced this month that it has officially joined the prestigious North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries trade group as an Associate Member.
NASPL is the largest trade association in the lottery space, representing 53 state and provincial lottery members throughout North America. The group plays a pivotal role in advocating for lottery organisations on matters of general policy and best practice, while also leveraging collaboration, communication, education, and information for the betterment of the industry.
“NASPL is pleased to have Bede Gaming as our newest Associate Member Partner; we look forward to collaborating this year and beyond with the goal of strengthening our industry.” Jake Coy, Director of Partner Relations, NASPL.
Reflecting on the company’s new NASPL membership, Colin Cole-Johnson, Chief Executive Officer at Bede Gaming, said: “We’re absolutely thrilled to be joining NASPL as an Associate Member. As a company that’s passionate about supporting lottery customers in achieving their digital transformation goals, this membership provides an opportunity for us to further demonstrate our capabilities and do so in alignment with the highest industry standards.
“Bede is looking forward to working closely with NASPL members and partners to learn about the challenges that they face. Our goal is to explore how our pioneering platform technology can best support their needs, while also contributing to the broader advancement of the lottery industry.”
The NASPL ’25 Annual Conference and Tradeshow this month presents the first opportunity for Bede to do precisely that, with many NASPL members attending, including event host and current Bede partner, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG).
As existing members of both the World Lottery Association and European Lotteries, Bede holds a strong commitment to supporting the future of the industry through innovative digital solutions. In the North American market, this is exemplified by the company’s ongoing successful partnership with OLG, which was a key factor in the decision to pursue NASPL membership and a move that was wholeheartedly supported by the provincial lottery.
“Bede has been a trusted partner to OLG for five years, providing us with innovative products and technical solutions that continue to enhance the digital lottery experience for our players in Ontario,” confirmed Andrew Darley, VP of iCasino and iLottery at OLG. “We were happy to recommend them for this esteemed membership and believe that by joining NASPL, they’ll now have the perfect platform to showcase how their expertise can assist the industry going forward.”
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