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Leading players from the gaming and tech industry invest in short-video startup

What do leaders from Whatsapp, Playrix, Nekki, Aptoide, Dashdash and Unbabel have in common? They recently invested in Replai, a Portuguese startup that uses artificial intelligence to create short-videos in real time and increase the value of gaming audiences. The $1.3M seed round led by Bright Pixel, alongside Ideias Glaciares, Clever Advertising and other c-level business angels from the mentioned companies will be assigned to business development, recruitment and international expansion, with the UK and the US as priorities.
Founded in 2019 by João Costa and Francisco Pacheco, both with relevant backgrounds in mobile gaming and monetization, Replai is an AI-based pioneering platform that automates the creation of short-videos and optimizes them for different target audiences, improving sponsorship and advertising deals for the content owner. With short-videos as a rising trend in the digital sphere and already one of the most popular formats amongst Gen-Z, Replai identified an untapped opportunity in the market, since video editing at scale requires many hours and resulting content yields uncertain returns. Aiming to fill this gap, the Portuguese startup relies on advanced artificial intelligence algorithms that analyze longer videos, extract almost instantly the main highlights adapted to preferences of different users and predict their revenue potential.
Replai’s solution automatically puts together a set of highlights from any gaming livestream, creating custom-made clips for each social network to maximize audiences and generate revenue for sponsors and advertisers. “This round allows us, above all, to gather a panel of experts in gaming and technology that will help us take the next step growth-wise as soon as possible”, say João Costa and Francisco Pacheco, founders of Replai.
For Bright Pixel, who led this debut round, the investment reflects a reinforcement of its positioning on emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, and poses as evidence of the remarkable entrepreneurial ecosystem in Portugal. The Portuguese startup has a team of 10 employees and is as advisors counts on people who are part of well-known companies worldwide such as EA Sports, Microsoft and WhatsApp.
“Replai stands out for their AI technology which enables automatic creation and distribution of short videos, this being a transversal need to any area that uses video as a communication method. Besides the innovative solution, Replai is founded by two young entrepreneurs with a proved record of user acquisition, strong technical know-how and the ambition to grow the business globally. This combination of factors was decisive and provides us confidence in consolidating Replai’s success” explains Benjamin Júnior, co-founder and a member of the investment team at Bright Pixel.
Alexander Lubchenko, CMO at Nekki, mentions that “Replai is providing a way to improve the value of gaming and esports as a mainstream entertainment platform and allows promoters, broadcasters and communities to grow. Their use of AI ensures scalability by solving a lot of pain points when using livestreams and video, while allowing content creation instantly at scale. I’m excited to partner with them on this journey.”
“I’m really excited to be part of the Replai journey. Their AI developed solution will massively accelerate distribution and monetisation of gaming and esports streaming and greatly move the industry forward. I feel Replai’s impact will start to be felt very soon – watch this space!” says Wolfgang Allisat, Chief Revenue Officer at Unbabel.
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More awards for ProgressPlay

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In the high-stakes world of iGaming, where innovation is the currency of success, ProgressPlay has once again proven its mastery, not once, but twice. The news has rippled through the industry like an electric current: ProgressPlay has been shortlisted for the prestigious EGR Awards 2025 in not one, but two fiercely competitive categories; Bingo Supplier of the Year and White Label Partner of the Year.
This double honour isnât just a nod to outstanding technology; itâs a resounding endorsement of their core philosophy; that the future of iGaming belongs to those who empower operators, delight players, and push boundaries without compromise. Â These nominations follow hot-on-the-heels of a shortlist spot for âIndustry Innovation of the Yearâ at the SBC Awards Europe 2025.
The journey to this moment began with a bold vision: to reinvent bingo for the modern era, having already established a significant position in the international white-label market with over a decade of success.
While others treated it as a legacy vertical, ProgressPlay saw untapped potential in bingo, a game steeped in community, ripe for innovation. The new bingo platform wasnât just built; it was engineered to breathe new life into the category.
With data-driven player engagement tools, dynamic jackpot mechanics, and seamless mobile-first design, ProgressPlay transformed bingo from a nostalgic pastime into a growth engine for operators. The EGR shortlist is validation that the dynamic company didnât just evolve bingo; it redefined it.
In a matter of weeks, ProgressPlay launched over 130 new bingo sites for operators in the UK market alone, showing that immaculate product development and rapid deployment go hand-in-hand.
But the story doesnât end there. ProgressPlayâs White Label Partner nomination is where strategy meets scale. In an industry crowded with cookie-cutter solutions, ProgressPlay chose a different path, a partnership model that puts operators in the driverâs seat. From customisable loyalty programs to real-time revenue analytics, their white-label standalone platform became the launchpad for ambitious brands to carve their niche.
Marina Nahhas, Head of B2B Sales and Marketing, says: âOur team is delighted that the EGR Awards have recognised that at the heart of ProgressPlayâs standalone technology is its unparalleled flexibility. Unlike traditional white-label offerings, this standalone platform is a true turnkey solution, allowing operators to craft their own brand identity, select their preferred gaming content, and integrate the most effective payment methods suited to their target audience.â
Behind these accolades lies something deeper, a culture of relentless iteration. Where others see awards, the team at ProgressPlay see milestones in an ongoing mission. Every line of code, every partner success story, every late-night breakthrough has led here.
This ability to fine-tune every aspect of the standalone platform ensures that businesses remain ahead of the curve, delivering experiences that resonate deeply with local players while maintaining a globally competitive edge.
ProgressPlay CEO Itai Lowenstein said: âTo our team, partners, and players, this latest double-shortlist is your triumph. But this isnât a finale; itâs a catalyst. As we prepare for the EGR Awards ceremony, weâre already blueprinting the next leap forward, because in iGaming, standing still is the only true failure. Letâs make it just the beginning.â
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Farming and explosives unite in this quirky new game from Peter & Sons

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Get ready to run for cover as Peter & Sons latest release, Boom Farm, explodes onto the internet on June 19th, 2025.
Set in the deceptively peaceful countryside, this is no simple farming game. The 6Ă6 scatter-pays video slot hides a dynamite twistâliterally. With TNT barrels, Star Bombs, Scatter Pays mechanics and thrilling Cascades, every harvest can explode into serious wins.
Peter & Sons is a game studio that likes to plow its own furrow creatively, and Boom Farm propels the developerâs signature art style and inventive game mechanics to new heights.
Land eight or more matching symbols to trigger a win, then watch as new symbols drop in to continue the chain. Hidden beneath many symbols are prize-packed BoxesâWooden, Silver, or Goldenâthat open with each win or special explosive.
TNT barrels deliver hits to every box on the grid, while the Star Bomb blows them all to kingdom come at once for instant rewards.
Things get even crazier in the free spins round, because boxes donât reset between spins. That means you get more chances to break them open and collect the rewards. Activate Boosted Free Spins through the Golden Bet or Buy Feature, and only the more valuable Silver and Golden Boxes WILL appear, giving you a better shot at a big payout.
With a max win of 5,000x, Boom Farm is volatile in every sense â exploding with fun, chaos, and playability.
Yann Bautista, Commercial Director and Founder at Peter & Sons said: âWith Boom Farm, we wanted to deliver a game that feels both cosy and absolutely out of control. Itâs a game about blowing stuff up and getting paid for it â and we think players are going to love the ride.â
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Evoplay strikes a darker tone with the launch of Oath of Steel

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Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, has released Oath of Steel, a moody, battle-driven slot that captures the raw intensity of knights locked in combat beneath storm-filled skies.
Set in a storm-soaked battlefield of iron masks and glowing castle windows, Oath of Steel brings players into a world where survival outweighs glory. With a moody visual style and heavy sound design, the game trades grandeur for grit, delivering a volatile experience with serious win potential.
Oath of Steel features a suite of engaging mechanics. The Wild symbol stands as the highest-paying symbol in the game, doubling as a substitute for regular symbols to support winning combinations. Meanwhile, landing three or more Scatters triggers a unique bonus round, where players select one of five Stacked symbols to boost their chances during Free Spins.
Adding to the tension, +1 Spin symbols can appear during the bonus mode, extending the round one spin at a time. For those ready to dive into the heart of the battle, a Bonus Buy option offers instant access to the Free Spins feature with a chosen number of Scatters.
Combining bold creative direction with player-focused mechanics, Oath of Steel stands out as a high-impact slot designed to capture attention and keep the reels spinning.
Ivan Kravchuk, CEO at Evoplay, said: âOath of Steel is all about building an atmosphere that sticks with you. We did not want a polished fantasy; we wanted something heavier, more grounded, and sharper in tone.
âFrom the audiovisual execution to the feature structure, this release was built to immerse and challenge. It is a game that asks players to step into the fight and stay there.â
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