Affiliate Industry
Raketech interim report Q2 2020
QUOTE FROM OSKAR MÜHLBACH, CEO
“The strong operational development for Raketech continued during the second quarter of 2020 with several initiatives launched and improved, resulting in a stable product portfolio performance for the quarter. Q2 revenues amounted to 7.0m EUR compared to 5.7m EUR the same quarter previous year, representing a growth of 24.1%. EBITDA margin amounted to 40.2% compared to 51.1% previous year as an expected effect of the Lead Republik revenues having slightly lower margin as well as our efforts within geographical expansion – in line with our strategic goals.”
SECOND QUARTER 2020
- Revenues totalled EUR 7.0 million (EUR 5.7 million) representing an increase of 24.1%
- NDCs (New Depositing Customers) amounted to 40,847 (24,974), representing an increase of 63.6%
- EBITDA amounted to EUR 2.8 million (EUR 2.9 million), corresponding to a margin of 40.2% (51.1%)
- Operating profit amounted to EUR 1.5 million (EUR 2.0 million), corresponding to a margin of 21.8% (35.1%)
- Profit for the period amounted to EUR 1.2 million (EUR 1.7 million)
- Earnings per share amounted to EUR 0.03 (EUR 0.04)
FIRST SIX MONTHS 2020
- Revenues totalled EUR 13.6 million (EUR 12.1 million) representing an increase of 12.0%
- NDCs (New Depositing Customers) amounted to 73,125 (53,582), representing an increase of 36.5%
- EBITDA amounted to EUR 5.5 million (EUR 6.4 million), corresponding to a margin of 40.2% (52.7%)
- Operating profit amounted to EUR 2.9 million (EUR 4.8 million), corresponding to a margin of 21.4% (39.5%)
- Profit for the period amounted to EUR 2.3 million (EUR 6.4 million, adjusted EUR 4.1 million)
- Earnings per share amounted to EUR 0.06 (EUR 0.17)
EVENTS DURING SECOND QUARTER 2020
- No significant events during the second quarter
SUBSEQUENT EVENTS AFTER THE END OF THE PERIOD
- Revenues of EUR 2.4 million in July 2020
CEO OSKAR MÜHLBACH COMMENTS ON THE QUARTER
“As expected, we witnessed a significant drop within our sports related products due to Covid-19 and the decreased traffic to these assets as an effect of cancelled sport events. This is something we expect, and to some extent already are able to witness, will regain traction again once sports return back to normal. Organic growth was -1.2% which considering the challenging sports market conditions was made possible thanks to strong performance from our portfolio of casino assets, with Norway and Sweden leading the way.
Working remotely during Covid-19 has in contrast to what one might believe, proven to be very efficient for us and we have been able to notice improvements with regards to cooperation, communication as well as performance management. We have therefore decided to permanently move into a flexible working setup in which we replace the traditional office with a dynamic interaction hub combined with remote work. In addition to spending less on office related costs and administration the concept allows us to quickly scale up and down according to what is best at every given situation.
I wish to mention a few examples of initiatives developed and delivered by the remote organization during the quarter: Howtobet.com – a full sports wiki for nerds and beginners, with global potential in line with our strategic operational goals of adding Flagship products to our portfolio as well as to gradually increase our presence within other gambling verticals than casino – such as sports betting. We have also launched a completely new product line called “Extended Audience” which is an important milestone with regards to our strategic goal to diversify our offering. So far, we have sold the Extended Audience product to one of the major operators on the Swedish market, but we are in dialogue with several more.
We have furthermore secured our 3rd license in the US, in the state of Colorado. We have also received preliminary positive decisions from both Pennsylvania and West Virginia which we expect to receive the final approval from soon.
Revenues for July amount to 2.4m EUR, despite sports still trailing behind due to Covid-19. Activity was high, following the temporary re-regulations on the Swedish market. Despite us significantly increasing our revenues from outside the Nordics to close to 20%, the volatility on the Swedish market due to the re regulations makes it challenging to navigate. Although volatility might be high, I am excited by the combination of Raketech being both debt free and operationally stronger than ever. This allows us to continue our efforts to deliver on our strategic goals within product development and diversification as well as geographical expansion, organically and through M&A.
PRESENTATION FOR INVESTORS, ANALYSTS AND THE MEDIA
CEO Oskar Mühlbach and CFO Måns Svalborn will present the report and answer questions in an audiocast at 10.00 a.m. CEST on 19 August. The presentation will be held in English and can be followed online via https://tv.streamfabriken.com/raketech-q2-2020. To participate by phone, please dial +46 8 5055 8357 (SE) or +44 3333 009 263 (UK).
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SOFTSWISS, a leading tech provider with over 15 years of experience, announces that its innovative affiliate marketing management platform, Affilka by SOFTSWISS, will participate in the upcoming iGB Affiliate presenting new features.
iGB Affiliate 2025 will take place in Spain on 21-22 January at Fira Grant Via Barcelona. The event will host over 200 companies and more than 8,000 attendees from around the world.
Participating with the stand for the second year in a row, Affilka by SOFTSWISS is going to present new features and share 2024 year’s results. The platform currently powers over 410 brands, with more than 40 new additions in Q3 2024 alone. Since the beginning of the year, the platform has welcomed over a hundred new brands.
The number of new affiliate accounts registered on the platform increased by 39.6% during the first three quarters of 2024 compared to the same period of the previous year. Additionally, new player registrations grew by 62.7%, and the number of unique clicks on referral links increased by 8.9% during the same timeframe.
The growing metrics show the popularity of affiliate marketing in elevating iGaming projects. According to the recent iGaming Trends 2025 Report, affiliate marketing, along with SEO enhancement, paid advertising, and collaborations with influencers, remains one of the key tools for marketing promotion.
Constantly working on improving user experience, Affilka by SOFTSWISS recently introduced a new Geo-Distributed Redirect feature that reduces redirect times by 2.5 to 5 times. With tests showing a time drop from 1.5 seconds to 300–500 milliseconds, this improvement boosts site traffic by 3.5% to 7%, increasing registrations and deposits. It also enhances reliability and fault tolerance and ensures seamless traffic rerouting during disruptions, offering a faster and more dependable user experience.
Anastasia Borovaya, Head of Affilka by SOFTSWISS, summarises: “We acknowledge the essential role of affiliate marketing for promoting iGaming projects in a rapidly evolving landscape. The new feature is a game changer, addressing the common issue of players leaving sites due to lag. By drastically reducing latency, the Geo-Distributed Redirect feature ensures seamless navigation and maximises user engagement. Come to our stand at iGB Affiliate to learn more and share your ideas”.
Current and potential clients can book a meeting with the Affilka by SOFTSWISS team at stand C10 via the link.
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience in developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS holds 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 23,500 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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Affiliate
AGS Announces Expiration of Hart-Scott-Rodino Act Waiting Period for Acquisition by Affiliates of Brightstar Capital Partners
PlayAGS, Incorporated (NYSE: AGS) (“AGS” or the “Company”), a global gaming supplier of high-performing slot, table, and interactive products, today announced the expiration of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended (the “HSR Act”), in connection with the previously announced agreement for the Company to be acquired by affiliates of Brightstar Capital Partners (“Brightstar”) for $12.50 per share in cash (the “Proposed Transaction”).
The HSR Act waiting period expired at 11:59 p.m., Eastern Time, on December 9, 2024, satisfying an important condition necessary for the completion of the Proposed Transaction, which is expected to close in the second half of 2025, subject to other conditions and regulatory approvals.
MightyTips is proud to announce its new partnership with Golden Star Sportsbook. This collaboration will enrich the iGaming experience for customers of both MightyTips and Golden Star.
Thanks to its well-developed SEO structure and diverse content, including bookmaker listings, bonus comparisons, and free daily expert football predictions, MightyTips will serve as a valuable gateway for potential Golden Star customers looking for a reputable sportsbook with features like instant withdrawals, weekly cashback, and more.
Golden Star is an online iGaming platform offering customers extensive sports betting options and over 4,000 casino games from leading software providers such as NetEnt, Evolution, and Microgaming. The site launched in 2012 and is licensed by Curacao.
Golden Star is owned by Dama N.V., a company that operates over 20 iGaming sites. Golden Star is part of the StarCrown Partners affiliate program, which recently introduced a loyalty rewards initiative to enhance the customer experience.
Golden Star has earned its reputation by offering a vast array of iGaming content on a secure, licensed platform that puts customers first. This aligns perfectly with MightyTips’ mission to connect iGaming enthusiasts with reliable and trustworthy operators.
Eugene Ravdin, MightyTips Head of Communications and Marketing, said: “At MightyTips, our goal is to provide iGaming enthusiasts with the best tools and insights to enhance their betting experience. This partnership expands our reach to a larger audience, particularly those passionate about sports predictions. With this collaboration, our readers can explore everything Golden Star has to offer.”
Sergei Trushkov, Golden Star Affiliate Team Lead, said: “We are delighted to partner with MightyTips, a respected leader in the betting affiliate industry. This collaboration is an exciting step forward in bringing Golden Star’s premium sportsbook experience to audiences across Central and Southern Europe, Australia, and Canada. Together, we are dedicated to enhancing the betting journey by providing expert insights and tailored offers for these markets.”
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