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Enlabs Makes a Mandatory Public Offer to the Shareholders of Global Gaming
Enlabs announced on August 26, 2020, that Enlabs had acquired 9,878,086 shares in Global Gaming 555 AB on the same day, for a purchase price corresponding to SEK 11 per share (where 50 percent of the purchase price was paid in cash and 50 percent was paid through newly issued shares in Enlabs), and thus increased Enlabs’ ownership from 29.89 percent to 54.06 percent of all shares and votes in Global Gaming, which meant that Enlabs was required to make a mandatory public offer for the remaining shares in Global Gaming in accordance with the Takeover rules for certain trading platforms (the “Takeover rules”). Since the announcement, Enlabs has acquired additional shares in Global Gaming in the market and Enlabs’ ownership at the time of publication of this press release amounts to 66.70 percent of all shares and votes in Global Gaming.
Considering the above, Enlabs hereby makes a mandatory public offer to the shareholders of Global Gaming to transfer all their shares in Global Gaming to Enlabs (the “Offer”). The consideration of the Offer consists of three alternatives: (a) a cash consideration, (b) a share consideration in the form of shares in Enlabs, or (c) a combination corresponding to 50 percent as cash consideration and 50 percent as share consideration. All consideration alternatives correspond to SEK 11 per Global Gaming share. Enlabs will not increase the offered consideration.
The shares in both Enlabs and Global Gaming are listed on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market (“First North”).
The Offer in brief
At the time of the Offer, Enlabs owns 27,266,114 shares in Global Gaming, corresponding to 66.70 percent of all outstanding shares and votes in Global Gaming.
The Offer values all shares in Global Gaming at approximately SEK 450 million.
Enlabs offers the shareholders in Global Gaming as consideration, for each share in Global Gaming, either:
a cash consideration of SEK 11 (the “Cash Consideration”),
0.36 shares in Enlabs (the “Share Consideration”), or
a combination corresponding to 50 percent as Cash Consideration and 50 percent as Share Consideration.
Enlabs will not increase the offered consideration.
The Offer entails a premium of approximately 15 percent in relation to the closing price on First North for the Global Gaming share on August 26, 2020 (which was the last trading day before Enlabs announced its intention to submit a public bid offer to the shareholders in Global Gaming) and a premium of approximately 1 percent in relation to the closing price on First North for the Global Gaming share on September 21, 2020 (which was the last trading day before the announcement of the Offer). Furthermore, the Offer entails a premium of approximately 4 percent in relation to the volume-weighted average share price for the Global Gaming share during the last thirty (30) trading days, and a premium of approximately 13 percent based on the volume-weighted average share price for the Global Gaming share during the last ninety (90) trading days, up to and including September 21, 2020.
The board of directors of Global Gaming, or an assembled independent bidding committee of Global Gaming, shall publish its opinion on the Offer and the reasons for this opinion no later than two weeks before the expiry of the acceptance period. Furthermore, Global Gaming must obtain and, no later than two weeks before the end of the acceptance period, publish a fairness opinion regarding the Offer from independent expertise. At the time of publication of this press release, neither such statement nor a fairness opinion have been published.
Enlabs’ completion of the Offer is only conditional on the acquisition being approved, if applicable, by the relevant competition authorities.
Enlabs will publish an offer document regarding the Offer, which is expected to take place around October 2, 2020. The acceptance period for the Offer is expected to begin around October 5, 2020 and end around November 2, 2020.
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The SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator, the largest content hub in the iGaming industry, has secured Brazilian certification, becoming one of the first in the market to achieve this milestone.
Regulatory rules for iGaming come into effect in Brazil on 1 January 2025. According to them, platforms, aggregators, sportsbooks, and providers must undergo certification. Companies aiming to provide their services in Brazil in 2025 and beyond have been preparing for this transition throughout the year.
The SOFTSWISS team announces that its Game Aggregator is the first to fully comply with regulations, completing all necessary preparations and receiving the certificate to ensure smooth and efficient operations for its clients.
SOFTSWISS has also obtained certification for integration with the world’s largest game providers – Pragmatic Play, Evolution, and Playtech. These providers offer a diverse range of games tailored to suit the preferences of Brazilian players, from immersive live dealer experiences to engaging slots and table games, ensuring entertainment for every type of player.
According to recent Kantar research conducted in November 2024, the overall satisfaction index for the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator is 8.1 out of 10. Remarkably, half of the respondents rated the product a 10 or 9. Customer support service satisfaction scored even higher, at 8.4 out of 10.
The Game Aggregator also boasts a key advantage: consistent 99.999% uptime, which is crucial for the iGaming business.
Ivan Montik, Founder of SOFTSWISS, notes: “According to our information, the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator is the first aggregator fully prepared, both technically and legally, to work in Brazil when the new regulations take effect. This is a significant achievement that the team has worked on diligently and systematically. Our work doesn’t stop here – we are actively adding new providers to help our clients expand their presence in this promising Brazilian market, which is no longer ‘the sleeping giant’. It has awakened, and SOFTSWISS is at the forefront of this exciting transformation.”
To support this high level of performance, earlier this year SOFTSWISS appointed Rubens Barrichello, the Brazilian Formula 1 legend, as a Non-Executive Director, demonstrating its strong commitment to the local market. To ensure efficient operations and promptly address ongoing matters, SOFTSWISS also has a dedicated team of local business development managers in Brazil.
SOFTSWISS team will be available to discuss partnership in Brazil and other markets at the first major iGaming event of 2025 – ICE Barcelona, taking place on 20–22 January, at stand 2G42.
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience 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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Digitain, the leading provider of sportsbook and casino platform solutions, announced today that Edmond Ghulyan, the Group Chief Strategy Officer, has been promoted to CEO of Relum, the casino engine solution provider that is part of the Digitain Group of Companies.
Edmond has held several key leadership positions within the Digitain Group over the past seven years, including Chief of Centrivo Products and Group Chief Strategy Officer. He brings extensive experience in the iGaming industry, along with expertise in digital strategy, product innovation, operations, and market-product fit strategies. His comprehensive understanding of both B2B and B2C iGaming supply chains will be invaluable in further scaling Relum’s product offerings, including casino aggregation services and market expansion.
Digitain’s Group Founder, Mr. Vardges Vardanyan, commented on the promotion: “I am delighted to have Edmond lead the Relum team. With his extensive experience in product and commercial development at Digitain over the years, Edmond will support and facilitate comprehensive solutions as Relum expands its services to B2C partner operators in high-growth markets.”
Edmond Ghulyan, CEO of Relum, expressed his enthusiasm for the new role: “I am truly excited to have played my part of Digitain’s growth journey, and now Relum, a company that has consistently expanded its business solutions within the global regulated iGaming supply chain. The company’s customer-centric approach and commitment to its people in delivering complex solutions for today’s multi-jurisdictional regulated operators have always impressed me. I eagerly look forward to scaling the Relum business with new and existing partners and leading the product and sales team in the coming months.”
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Zitro, a leading global gaming company, has announced the successful launch of its first Wide Area Progressive (WAP) in Argentina, with over 45 slot cabinets initially installed in five gaming halls located at the Hipódromo de Palermo. The product selected for this project is the successful game “Mighty Hammer Ultimate” on Zitro’s premium cabinet, “Altius Glare.”
This system represents the first WAP in South America. A shared jackpot called “Mega Pozo Mighty Hammer” starts at 50 million Pesos and grows progressively, making it the largest accumulated prize in the region. The official inauguration was held on December 19th during the exclusive “Noche de Palermo” event, including a live performance by the renowned Argentinian band Los Totora.
Company Directors commented: “We are very pleased to introduce Argentina’s first WAP at the Hipódromo de Palermo. This project – for which we partnered with Zitro – reiterates Casino Club’s commitment to innovation, always under the premise of offering our customers an entertainment experience that exceeds all their expectations.”
For her part, Alejandra Burato, Regional Director of Zitro for LatAm, commented: “The launch of our first WAP in Argentina is a very important milestone for Zitro, as it confirms our company as a supplier of machines for WAPs. Attending the inauguration event and seeing firsthand how our products connect with players has been a pleasure, providing a unique and different entertainment experience in the region. Additionally, I want to highlight the excellent marketing surrounding the launch, contributing to its success. Finally, I would like to thank Casino Club for their trust and collaboration, which has allowed us to present this innovative proposal in such a renowned and emblematic place as the Hipódromo de Palermo.”
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