Connect with us

Press Releases

GVC Holdings and EPIC Risk Management Form Unique New Partnership

Published

on

 

Two organizations to deliver sports and education programs in 14 locations throughout the US

EPIC Risk Management, the world’s leading independent gambling harm minimization consultancy, and GVC Holdings, one of the world’s largest sports-betting and gaming groups, have formed a partnership which aims to minimize gambling related harm throughout the U.S.

The partnership, funded by GVC Foundation US, GVC’s unique non-profit subsidiary which is dedicated to promoting responsible gambling, will replicate EPIC’s successful European sports and education model. Programs will run in 14 locations across the U.S. in 2020 and 2021, covering New York, New Jersey, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Nevada, Tennessee, Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, North Carolina, Colorado, DC, and the New England region.

It is estimated that 7 million U.S. adults suffer from gambling problems.

“As the leading provider of advisory and education in problem gambling, EPIC Risk Management has done extraordinary work in Europe,” said Martin Lycka, trustee for GVC Foundation US and director of regulatory affairs at GVC Holdings. “Our partnership with EPIC in locations throughout the U.S. will continue that impactful mission.”

The educational sessions will be provided to up-and-coming and professional athletes and focus on lived experiences with problem gambling and the promotion of betting integrity. The program is fully funded by GVC Foundation US, who will provide $2.5 million in financing over the course of two years.

“For most people, gambling is entertainment – but for a small percentage of people it becomes uncontrolled, leading to devastating effects to both individuals and organizations,” said Paul Buck, CEO of EPIC Risk Management. “EPIC is excited to partner with GVC Foundation US to work in the hardest-to-reach sectors to prevent gambling-related harm.”

“There’s no better way to address problem gambling than by combining hard-hitting, lived experience with industry research and expertise,” said William J. Pascrell, III, trustee at GVC Foundation US and partner at Princeton Public Affairs Group. “By addressing athletes and other at-risk groups throughout the country, we’ll aim to implement the cultural change needed for the protection of at-risk gamblers and growth of the industry as a whole.”

“Athletes, especially African American athletes, are at a higher risk of becoming problem gamblers than the average person,” said Amani Toomer, trustee at GVC Foundation US and former New York Giants wide receiver and Super Bowl XLII winner. “I view EPIC’s program as crucial for maintaining integrity in sports.”

Altenar

Altenar joins CIBELAE as associate member

Published

on

altenar-joins-cibelae-as-associate-member

Altenar has joined CIBELAE as an associate member, linking the sportsbook supplier with the Ibero-American organisation representing state lotteries and regulated gaming operators across Latin America, Spain and Portugal.

CIBELAE, founded in 1988, promotes collaboration, best practices and responsible gaming standards among public and private operators in the region. The organisation is also a member of the World Lottery Association (WLA).

Altenar said the membership supports its expansion across regulated markets in Latin America and Europe by increasing engagement with institutional stakeholders and providing a platform to contribute to industry dialogue and market development.

Diego Salas, Sales Director at Altenar, said: “Becoming an associate member of CIBELAE marks an important milestone for our business as we continue to expand our presence across regulated markets. We look forward to contributing our technology expertise, engaging with fellow members, and supporting the sustainable development of the industry throughout Latin America and beyond.”

“Our strength lies in flexibility. We enable operators to adapt quickly to regulatory changes, tailor their offering to local markets, and scale efficiently while staying fully compliant. We enable operators to adapt quickly to regulatory changes, tailor their offering to local markets, and scale efficiently while staying fully compliant.”

The post Altenar joins CIBELAE as associate member appeared first on Eastern European Gaming | Global iGaming & Tech Intelligence Hub.

Continue Reading

Altenar

Altenar joins CIBELAE to strengthen position in Latin America’s betting ecosystem

Published

on

altenar-joins-cibelae-to-strengthen-position-in-latin-america’s-betting-ecosystem

Membership acknowledges provider’s commitment to integrity, collaboration and high standards

Altenar, a leading sportsbook provider, has become a member of CIBELAE – the leading Ibero-American organisation representing state lotteries and regulated gaming operators across Latin America, Spain, and Portugal.

Founded in 1988, CIBELAE promotes collaboration, best practices, and responsible gaming standards among public and private operators in the Ibero-American region.

The organisation is a respected member of the World Lottery Association (WLA) and is supported by some of the most established lottery and gaming authorities globally.

The membership marks a strategic step in Altenar’s continued expansion across Latin America and Europe regulated markets, by strengthening the provider’s engagement with key institutional stakeholders. It also provides a valuable platform to contribute to industry-wide dialogue, innovation and the sustainable development of regulated gaming markets.

Ibero-American countries have shown strong growth potential for operators recently, but they also present real challenges, including fragmented regulation, rapidly evolving compliance requirements, and strong localisation demands. Thanks to its flexibility, scalability, and localisation, Altenar’s sportsbook technology helps brands navigate regulatory complexity while staying fully compliant.

Diego Salas, Sales Director at Altenar, said: “Becoming an associate member of CIBELAE marks an important milestone for our business as we continue to expand our presence across regulated markets.  We look forward to contributing our technology expertise, engaging with fellow members, and supporting the sustainable development of the industry throughout Latin America and beyond.”

“Our strength lies in flexibility. We enable operators to adapt quickly to regulatory changes, tailor their offering to local markets, and scale efficiently while staying fully compliant. We enable operators to adapt quickly to regulatory changes, tailor their offering to local markets, and scale efficiently while staying fully compliant.”

The post Altenar joins CIBELAE to strengthen position in Latin America’s betting ecosystem appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.

Continue Reading

AI

OpticOdds enhances WNBA player props with The Crowd’s Line AI

Published

on

opticodds-enhances-wnba-player-props-with-the-crowd’s-line-ai

Enhancement provides sportsbooks with fully proprietary, model‑driven WNBA player prop pricing through the OpticOdds API

OpticOdds, the premier provider of real-time sports betting data feeds and trading solutions, has enhanced its WNBA offering through its ongoing partnership with The Crowd’s Line AI (TCL AI), bringing a real-time AI‑driven player prop pricing solution via the OpticOdds API.

The solution provides WNBA player prop lines built entirely from TCL AI’s in‑house models, with no market averaging or consensus dependency. The independent pricing creates a unique signal that allows sportsbooks to offer differentiated WNBA markets.

Each player prop is delivered with full probability distributions and confidence‑adjusted vig, enabling operators to better manage risk, steer action toward higher‑confidence markets, and price alternate lines with greater precision.

The platform combines TCL AI’s machine‑learning engine with OpticOdds’ API and trading infrastructure. Through the integration, clients can access fair value prices, identify mispriced lines and deploy WNBA player props with minimal operational effort.

The update reflects the continued expansion of the WNBA betting market, as growing fan interest and standout player narratives drive increased demand for deeper, more sophisticated wagering markets ahead of the start of the new season.

The enhanced WNBA pricing model builds on OpticOdds’ existing ecosystem, further strengthening its AI-driven pricing capabilities.

Ryan Weinstock, Vice President at OpticOdds, said: “Working with The Crowd’s Line AI to deliver model‑driven WNBA pricing through our API reinforces OpticOdds’ focus on bringing advanced, market‑grade intelligence to developing sports betting markets.

“This enhancement allows us to scale a truly differentiated offering, using our infrastructure to help sportsbooks deploy high‑quality WNBA player prop markets quickly and efficiently.”

Anthony Lage, CEO at The Crowd’s Line, added: “Our continued collaboration with OpticOdds enables us to deliver differentiated WNBA player prop pricing at scale, empowering sportsbooks to attract new users and improve margins with minimal operational lift.

“OpticOdds makes integration seamless, allowing clients to move quickly and confidently in one of the fastest‑growing sports betting markets.”

The post OpticOdds enhances WNBA player props with The Crowd’s Line AI appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.

Continue Reading

Trending

Get it on Google Play

Fresh slot games releases by the top brands of the industry. We provide you with the latest news straight from the entertainment industries.

The platform also hosts industry-relevant webinars, and provides detailed reports, making it a one-stop resource for anyone seeking information about operators, suppliers, regulators, and professional services in the European gaming market. The portal's primary goal is to keep its extensive reader base updated on the latest happenings, trends, and developments within the gaming and gambling sector, with an emphasis on the European market while also covering pertinent global news. It's an indispensable resource for gaming professionals, operators, and enthusiasts alike.

Contact us: [email protected]

Editorial / PR Submissions: [email protected]

Copyright © 2015 - 2024 - Recent Slot Releases is part of HIPTHER Agency. Registered in Romania under Proshirt SRL, Company number: 2134306, EU VAT ID: RO21343605. Office address: Blvd. 1 Decembrie 1918 nr.5, Targu Mures, Romania