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GVC Holdings and EPIC Risk Management Form Unique New Partnership

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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.”

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WWE and White Hat Studios Deliver WrestleMania®: Road to Gold Exclusively to Fanatics Casino

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WWE®, part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), and White Hat Studios announced the official branded slot, WrestleMania®: Road to Gold, will launch exclusively with Fanatics Casino beginning today.

Available only in the United States, the new online casino game for real money wagering in regulated markets will harness the star power of 20 marquee names from the WWE, including fan-favorites Cody Rhodes and Rhea Ripley, just in time for WrestleMania® 42, which will return to Las Vegas, on April 18-19, 2026.

The Unlock Trail gameplay takes players on a journey through WWE Premium Live Events, with progressive bonus mechanics inspired by SummerSlam®, Survivor Series®, Royal Rumble®, Elimination Chamber®, and Money in the Bank®. Each milestone intensifies excitement and win potential before culminating in the legendary WrestleMania® showdown. The action in WrestleMania®: Road to Gold is further elevated by the unmistakable voice of Michael Cole, transporting players ringside and ensuring the entire storytelling experience is underpinned by authenticity.

The breadth of personalities and events integrated makes WrestleMania®: Road to Gold one of the most comprehensive and immersive IP games brought to market. Drawing on more than 70 years of entertainment heritage, WrestleMania®: Road to Gold is designed to capture the spirit of WWE’s iconic brand, providing WWE fans across regulated US iCasino markets with a new way to interact with the global brand.

 

Armen Tatarevic, VP of Gaming at White Hat Studios, said: “WWE is an iconic brand steeped in entertainment history, and the aim was to collaborate closely to channel that legacy into WrestleMania®: Road to Gold. From superstar athletes to headline events, there are numerous touchpoints that fans will enjoy, and this is a major IP launch for White Hat Studios as we continue to deliver a main event experience to casino players in the United States.”

 

Conor Grant, President, Casino at Fanatics Betting and Gaming, added: “WWE is a worldwide entertainment phenomenon, and the energy of the brand has been captured perfectly in WrestleMania®: Road to Gold. This new WWE-branded experience on Fanatics Casino reflects our strategy to leverage the power of Fanatics IP assets to offer customers a premium, differentiated experience.”

Fanatics Casino is the fastest growing online casino in the United States and is available on iOS, Android and web in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. WrestleMania®: Road to Gold is the perfect addition to Fanatics Casino’s other officially licensed WWE online casino games including WWE® Blackjack, Raw® Multiplier Melee, SmackDown® Big Money Entrance!, WWE® Bonus Rumble Gold Blitz, WWE® Clash of the Wilds.

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PureWager and MIRACL announce new partnership

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MIRACL, the world’s only single-step multi-factor authentication (MFA) provider, today announces a new partnership with PureWager Group, an emerging leader in next generation sports betting technology. This new, powerful collaboration will enable seamless player access via MIRACL’s one-step login, enhancing security for both operators and players across PureWager’s network.

PureWager Group leads the way in providing exceptional retail and online sportsbook solutions across North America, with a special emphasis on Tribal Enterprises. They empower clients with innovative Class 2 and on-premises mobile gaming options, as well as engaging social sportsbook and iCasino experiences.

MIRACL is a passwordless, single-step PIN authentication that is recognised by – and ensures compliance with – the latest industry standards, such as GDPR, AML and other international guidelines as an all-in-one full replacement to usernames, passwords and 2FA. In light of growing legislative changes, MIRACL is fast becoming the login of choice for many iGaming providers. With MIRACL, access to play is seamless and with a proven login success rate of 99.9%, any loss of traffic due to login friction is absolutely minimised.

Sandro Di Michele, Chief Revenue Officer at PureWager Group comments,

“Simplicity sits at the heart of the PureWager platform. As we build a next generation sportsbook ecosystem across North America, it’s essential that player access is both seamless and secure. MIRACL’s single-step authentication removes unnecessary friction from the login process while delivering the highest standards of security and regulatory compliance. This partnership strengthens our ability to deliver a modern sportsbook experience that is simple for players, efficient for operators and built for scale.”

Rob Griffin, CEO at MIRACL added, “MIRACL is fast becoming embedded and synonymous with iGaming and Sports Betting enabling the best, most secure user experience login across the sector. As partnerships develop with some of the leading next gen technologies in the sector, not only are we going one step further to eliminate password-related login friction, we are continuing to support growing regulation that requires operators to use non-phishable means of logging in with multi-factor authentication. This new partnership with PureWager will provide even more iGaming players with the best login service – keeping them entertained and loyal, as well as safeguarding their accounts with the best security.”

MIRACL Trust eliminates the need for security practices such as passwords, SMS Texts, push notifications and key-cards. The use of true two-factor authentication coupled with the latest Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) patented technology means no personal data is stored or transmitted and there are no “honey-pots” of data exposed to attack, ensuring it is completely GDPR friendly too. With a simple two second login via PIN or biometric, MIRACL customers enjoy average login success rates of 99.88%.

MIRACL’s user-friendly, MFA solution helps to ensure that the online gaming experience is secure and protected against unauthorised access. This is important for both players and operators, as it helps to prevent fraud and to maintain the integrity of the games.

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BETER secures supplier licence in Arizona

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BETER, the award-winning provider of live streaming, data and odds for esports and sports, has entered a new US state after being granted the Event Wagering Supplier License by the Arizona Department of Gaming.

The supplier licence allows BETER to deliver its fast-betting content, including live streams and live data, to licensed operators in the state for the first time, including its exclusive ESportsBattle tournaments and Setka Cup table tennis series.

Both are now live with tier-one operator bet365, a long-standing partner of BETER. Arizona is the seventh state in which BETER is now licensed as the company ramps up its presence in the state and the wider US market. BETER is also certified in North Carolina, New Jersey, Florida, Indiana, Iowa and Colorado.

BETER exclusively delivers 24/7 live streaming, real-time data and hyper-accurate odds for more than 700,000 fast-paced events annually, offering up to 50 markets per event with an average operator margin of 7.5%+.

Its esports portfolio includes ESportsBattle tournaments featuring eFootball, eBasketball, eHockey and eTennis, while its sports portfolio features the Setka Cup series and BSKT Cup basketball league.

Gal Ehrlich, CEO of BETER, said: Securing regulatory approval in Arizona is a pivotal moment in our ongoing US expansion strategy. This marks our seventh state, and we are incredibly proud to continue our trajectory of growth in one of the world’s most dynamic betting markets.

“Our mission has always been to provide operators with the most reliable, high-velocity content available, and receiving the green light from the regulator is a testament to the integrity and quality of our offering.

“We are thrilled to kick off this journey with bet365 and look forward to bringing our industry-leading esports and sports content to even more Arizona players in the near future.”

Valeriia Tarchynska, Chief Legal Officer at BETER, added: “We are proud to announce that we have successfully completed the process of obtaining the Event Wagering Supplier License in the state of Arizona.

The process took us a total of eight months and was one of the most challenging journeys for our team. However, thanks to the dedication and expertise of our legal and integrity teams, we successfully navigated it.

This milestone strengthens our commitment to delivering reliable, compliant, and transparent products to our clients.

“We continue to actively work on securing regulatory approvals in key jurisdictions, including Ohio, Kentucky, and Illinois, among others.” 

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