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Gordon Moody Becomes Redditch United’s New Charity Partner for 2025/26

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Gordon Moody has become Redditch United’s new official Charity Partner for the upcoming 2025/26 season.

Gordon Moody is the UK’s leading charity dedicated to supporting individuals affected by gambling addiction. The partnership comes on the heels of the opening of its new flagship residential treatment centre, Gordon Moody House, which opened in Redditch in November 2024. This state-of-the-art facility offers tailored residential programmes that blend cutting-edge therapies with holistic approaches, providing a safe space for recovery and rehabilitation for individuals struggling with severe gambling-related harms.

The charity recently appointed two former professional footballers in Dean Sturridge and John Hartson, as official ambassadors. Both are ex-Premier League footballers, listing Arsenal, West Ham, Celtic, Derby County, Leicester City & Wolverhampton Wanderers as previous Clubs and have both opened up about their gambling addictions, delving into the effects it had on their lives.

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The partnership will see the charity have a presence within the Valley Stadium and adorn the back of the 2025/26 match shirts.

Redditch United Chairman, David Faulkner, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Gordon Moody as our official charity partner. Their dedication to addressing gambling-related harms aligns perfectly with our commitment to supporting the well-being of our community. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected.“

Monica Shafaq, CEO of Gordon Moody, said: “This partnership with Redditch United is more than just branding—it’s about building a united front to tackle gambling-related harm head-on. With our flagship centre now open in the heart of the town, we’re deeply committed to supporting the local community. Football has the power to bring people together, and by working with Redditch United, we hope to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and ensure that no one feels that they have to face addiction alone.”

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SOFTSWISS Enhances Player Experience with Mobile UX Control and AI-Driven Localisation

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SOFTSWISS continues to strengthen its focus on player-centric innovation by rolling out two updates to its Game Aggregator, the largest content hub with a portfolio of over 30,000 games. These updates – a mobile-specific UI feature and a scalable AI-powered localisation system – aim to enhance accessibility, personalisation, and user experience.

While mobile gaming has long been the leading channel for iGaming engagement, evolving player expectations and regional diversification continue to shape the development of new tools and features. According to data from H2 Gambling Capital, iGB’s principal data partner, mobile gaming is projected to grow at a 14.9% annual rate in iGaming. In 2024, 59.5% of global mobile gross win came from betting, while 31.5% was driven by casino games. The same source indicates that casino games are projected to outpace betting in growth, with a compound annual growth rate of 18%, compared to 14% for betting.

SOFTSWISS’ Mobile UX control gives operators more control over how games appear on mobile devices. Previously, some mobile games launched in full-screen mode by default, hiding the casino interface and key navigation elements such as the exit button. Now, operators can request the deactivation of this automatic full-screen mode. This change allows the casino interface to remain visible, supporting brand consistency and improving overall usability for mobile players.

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The second update, the AI Localisation Tool, is now available in the Game Aggregator’s back office. The new “Localisation” tab enables instant content translation into multiple languages. Operators can review, edit, and set default language versions for each region, streamlining the launch of regional campaigns and significantly reducing manual work. This feature is compatible with both desktop and mobile content, ensuring a consistent, localised experience for players worldwide. By combining AI efficiency with the flexibility to refine translations, operators can ensure their messaging is relevant, compliant, and on-brand in any market. Localisation has been highlighted as one of the key trends shaping iGaming in 2025, according to the iGaming Trends Report by SOFTSWISS.

The SOFTSWISS tool empowers brands to scale faster and deliver compliant, engaging content tailored to regional audiences, aligning with what industry analysts view as a critical success factor for the coming year.

“As SOFTSWISS grows globally, we encounter a wider spectrum of player needs, regulatory frameworks, and device usage patterns. Mobile-first development and localisation have long guided our Game Aggregator strategy. With these updates, we empower our partners to scale faster and deliver more relevant, high-performing experiences,” said Tatyana Kaminskaya, Head of SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator.

The SOFTSWISS team will be available to discuss the latest trends and explore collaboration opportunities in iGaming at iGB L!VE 2025, held on 2–3 July in London.

 

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About SOFTSWISS

SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience in developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS complies with a number of gaming licences and provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 30,000 casino games, the Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook Software and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team, based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia, counts over 2,000 employees.

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Opening New Doors: EveryMatrix’s London Launch and the People Power Behind Its Growth

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By Maria Emma Arnidou, for European Gaming Media

The beginning of May saw the grand opening of EveryMatrix’s new London office, where the company welcomed iGaming media representatives for a two-day showcase: from the official ribbon-cutting to a deep dive into Q1 results, product launches, and strategic updates.

Held high above the city in the sleek HYLO buildingnow home to EveryMatrix’s new London office – the event was as polished as the view. It offered warm hospitality, meaningful conversations, and a structured program that balanced corporate transparency with genuine connection.

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Co-founders Ebbe Groes and Stian Hornsletten, and Global Head of Offices Daniela Gheorghe took their spots for the customary cutting, surrounded by wide windows framing a glowing city skyline: cheers from the crowd, a quick snip – and that’s it: with camera shutters clicking and hands clapping, the new chapter began.

 

A View to Match the Vision

The new office setting was as polished as the EveryMatrix brand itself. Located in one of London’s most vibrant new towers, the company’s new office rises high above the city, with panoramic windows framing a glowing metropolis below.

The sleek space and the people buzzing happily around the workstations set the stage for a broader message: EveryMatrix isn’t simply scaling – it’s building a global community.

 

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The “EM” People: The Culture Driving Global Momentum

One of the most compelling media presentations of the day was simply titled “The ‘EM’ People.”

Far from being a routine report, or a “mandatory” nod to company culture, this session revealed the inner engine behind EveryMatrix’s continued success: its people. As the audience quickly discovered, the company is not only scaling across markets but doing so with a purposeful investment in team growth, development, and cohesion.

The numbers shared spoke volumes:

  • Headcount marks a 36% year-on-year increase, and 491 new hires joining the company in the last 12 months alone.
  • EveryMatrix now spans over 15 global offices with employees representing 40+ nationalities.
  • The average employee age is 33, with an average tenure of 3.4 years.
  • An impressive 95% retention rate among new hires.

In an industry known for its high turnover and fierce competition for talent, these stats are more than impressive, indicating the strategic planning and care invested in People and Organisational Culture.

The presentation dove into how this success is structured. EveryMatrix has implemented a robust Learning & Development framework that offers tailored learning paths across technical training, leadership development, and online upskilling. This ensures that no matter where someone is in their career journey, there’s a clear path forward.

The company’s employer branding initiatives also stood out. From events designed to boost internal pride and connection, to storytelling campaigns that highlight real team members rather than corporate jargon, EveryMatrix is creating a brand culture that feels authentic and shared.

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Offices as People Hubs and Culture Carriers

The symbolism of the London opening was not lost on attendees. The office is not just a workspace – it’s a physical representation of the company’s values and return to its roots. Designed to foster collaboration and flexibility, it joins the ranks of newly opened offices in Copenhagen, Cebu, and Chiang Mai. These hubs are purposefully built to support diverse teams onboarded from strategic acquisitions, encourage spontaneous collaboration, and create a sense of belonging across regions.

Daniela Gheorghe, who oversees EveryMatrix’s global office network, emphasized the importance of spaces that do more than house desks: in the office tour she gave to the press, Daniela discussed the thoughtful architecture and placement of each Department on the open, yet distinctly separate spaces. Teams in need of more quiet surroundings, like Accounting, are placed away from the “louder” Trading Department. Each team’s and co-worker’s needs are met under a collaborative and human-centric mindset.

 

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Social Impact with Substance

The focus on people extends well beyond the company’s own walls. EveryMatrix’s social responsibility initiatives are not just performative checkboxes – they’re embedded into the company’s long-term vision.

The Teach Stream program, active since 2015, has helped more than 200 underprivileged children gain foundational skills in IT, English, and math. More recently, the launch of the Academy for Heroes has marked a new chapter: a purpose-built NGO project in Ukraine, designed to help war veterans transition into tech careers. Based in Lviv, the program offers tailored training in a market-ready environment, further aligning social impact with industry opportunity.

Local CSR projects in each regional office reinforce this approach, encouraging team members to take part in meaningful community action. It’s a people-first philosophy that scales.

 

Setting the Tone for the Future

While the London office served as the physical backdrop for the event, the real takeaway was intangible: a sense of direction, clarity, and culture. EveryMatrix is growing by cultivating an environment where talent can thrive, communities can benefit, and innovation is sustainable because it’s human-centered.

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In a time where company culture is too often reduced to buzzwords, breakout rooms, and meaningless Pizza Fridays, EveryMatrix offered a refreshing alternative: a clear vision backed by real people, real numbers, and real impact.

As I was leaving the building alongside other guests, I couldn’t help but feel that the view from the 24th floor wasn’t just a look at London – it was a glimpse into what the future of responsible iGaming leadership might actually look like.

 

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The National Football League Expands and Extends Strategic Partnership with Genius Sports in Multi-Year Deal

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  • Genius Sports continues as the NFL’s exclusive distributor of official data feeds and watch & bet, powering Genius Sports’ BetVision product
  • Expanded partnership includes certain global digital advertising within BetVision as well as the NFL’s owned and operated digital platforms which is available to advertisers via the Genius Sports FANHub platform
  • The new extended deal will run through the end of the 2029 NFL season

The National Football League and Genius Sports Limited have agreed to a multi-year extension and expansion of their existing strategic technology partnership to power the next generation of NFL fan experiences through official data and video distribution.

Genius Sports will remain the NFL’s exclusive distributor of real-time, official play-by-play statistics, proprietary Next Gen Stats (“NGS”) data and the League’s official sports betting data feed to media companies and sports betting operators globally.

In addition to exclusively distributing official NFL data, Genius Sports will continue as the sole supplier of official NFL watch and bet low latency live games to sportsbooks internationally and will now exclusively represent the in-game advertising inventory. Genius Sports continues to be an official reseller of the NFL’s international owned and operated advertising inventory and the NFL’s legalized sports betting advertising inventory in the US, all leveraging Genius Sports’ proprietary FANHub platform. As part of the agreement, Genius Sports and the NFL will also collaborate on further activation opportunities with FANHub.

The expansion of the partnership will also see the NFL and Genius Sports powering ground-breaking innovations across the NFL ecosystem. In 2023, the partnership launched BetVision, the world’s first immersive sports betting streaming solution for local and national NFL low latency live games on phone and tablet in the U.S, as well as the EA SPORTS Madden NFL Cast in 2024, a first-of-its kind, fully branded live broadcast. GeniusIQ, Genius Sports’ next generation sports data and AI platform, will continue to deliver breakthrough solutions across betting, advertising, broadcast and fan experiences for millions of NFL fans.

Integrity of the game remains paramount to the NFL’s legalized sports betting ventures, and Genius Sports will continue to provide robust integrity services across all NFL games and tentpole events.

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“Across data, video, advertising, and integrity services, Genius has proven to be an important strategic partner through the first four seasons of our partnership,” said Brent Lawton, VP of Business Development & Strategic Investments at the NFL. “We are excited to extend and expand our partnership as we continue to partner on innovative ways to deliver content to NFL fans.”

“The NFL delivers a tremendous platform to accelerate our business, and we are thrilled to extend and grow our strategic partnership,” said Mark Locke, CEO of Genius Sports. “Our expanded NFL partnership further strengthens our leading position at the heart of the sports technology ecosystem, and represents a key milestone in our FANHub rollout, setting a new standard for data-driven immersive experiences for NFL fans, broadcasters, teams, sportsbooks, brands, and sponsors.”

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