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Social Chain-owned GameByte launches first publisher-led e-commerce brand

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The move makes GameByte the only social publisher in the world to own every step of the consumer journey.

The GameByte shop will stock over 1000 products including video games, next-gen consoles and gaming accessories

A proprietary e-commerce platform will provide media buyers with total transparency and insight

84% of GameByte’s surveyed followers* said they want to buy with GameByte

Manchester-based GameByte, the gaming brand owned by global social agency and publishing house, Social Chain, is venturing into e-commerce with the launch of The GameByte shop.

On November 9, GameByte’s audience of more than 6 million gamers will be introduced to over 1000 products including merchandise, gaming accessories, hardware, next-gen consoles and games. The shop will act as an extension of the GameByte website GameByte.com, which hosts its gaming news coverage and features.

Gaming enthusiasts will be able to buy directly from the store or purchase through social by simply clicking on one of GameByte’s Facebook videos, which average more than 25 million views every month.

GameByte’s mantra, ‘by gamers for gamers’, takes centre stage in the creation and launch of the shop, which was ideated based on a survey put to its audience that saw 84% of GameByte’s audience express a desire to buy with GameByte.

GameByte’s head, Rich White, said: “This isn’t just the next generation of GameByte, it’s the next gen of games media. Though it’s never been done before, we’re in the perfect position to launch a gaming e-commerce platform. We know our audience inside-out.”

The same survey found that one-third of gamers discover new brands on social media, emphasising the role that GameByte’s social following will play in the success of the shop.

Four-year-old GameByte has grown until this point by creating fan-centric original content and coverage for household gaming brands like Frontier and Logitech. In a first for games media, the GameByte brand will now become the client, using its tried-and-tested content strategy to market its own products as well as that of its clients.

The GameByte Shop will also act as ad inventory for clients, media buyers and affiliates, who will have the chance to tap into a market of an estimated 2.6 billion active gamers worldwide, a figure that is set to increase by 5% in 2021 to 2.725 billion.

While this is unprecedented in gaming, the move is reminiscent of the beauty brand Glossier’s strategy. Glossier first began as a publisher, Into The Gloss, and soon turned its editorial audience into paying customers, relying on their insight to create smash-hit products.

GameByte, of course, will benefit from the resources of parent company Social Chain, which will assist in content creation across editorial, social-first video and display ads, to promotional posts, performance marketing, driving traffic and customer acquisition.

Social Chain’s business development director, Sam Barrett, added: “We’re already a trusted source of gaming news and entertainment. Now with our proprietary e-commerce platform, we can provide a seamless purchase journey for both our community and for the world’s leading gaming companies, by owning every step involved to help them reach their customers.”

The shop is a natural next step for GameByte, but also hints at the upward trajectory that social commerce is on, with companies like Social Chain at the forefront. What’s more, it promises to demonstrate the power of community and social-first savvy in generating revenue for both the brand and its partners.

*These figures are based on a survey of 1,569 gamers from the GameByte community.

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Bombay announces strategic C-Suite appointments with a view towards regulated online growth

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Bombay Group is pleased to announce two strategic appointments to its C-Suite, Rhiannon Bach as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), and Lauren Findlay as Chief Digital Officer (CDO). Bach and Findlay join the executive leadership team at a pivotal moment in the Group’s evolution.

The Group encompasses Bombay Club Tallinn, the exclusive Bombay Yacht and Jet, a collection of high-end restaurants and bars, the five-star Burman Hotel, and most recently the launch of Yolo.com, a newly licensed, Estonian-regulated online casino. Yolo.com is set to become a unique digital destination where players can unlock exclusive rewards and experiences across Bombay’s prestigious offline assets. Bombay forms part of Yolo Group’s luxury B2B and B2C offering, covering a suite of online and land-based options.

Bach will lead the global marketing and advertising for Bombay Group, overseeing the company’s Clubs, maritime operations, and expanding hospitality and concierge brands. Her mandate includes strengthening brand identity, elevating guest experiences and expanding loyalty and VIP engagement across markets. With a career spanning four continents, Bach brings more than 15 years of senior leadership experience in casino marketing, hospitality, and technology. She has held executive roles with multinational casino operators in Macau, Australia, and the United States, and most recently served as Head of North American Growth for Atomize RMS, a Sweden-based hospitality technology company.

Findlay is tasked with leading the Group’s new flagship online casino, Yolo.com, and driving the digital transformation of Bombay Group’s luxury offline ecosystem into a seamlessly integrated premium digital experience. She brings over 15 years of combined experience in iGaming, agency, and e-commerce, having previously held senior leadership roles including Commercial Strategy Director at LeoVegas Group, Chief Marketing Officer within Happy Hour Group. More recently, she has served as Fractional CCO/CMO for multiple start-ups and scale-ups through her consultancy. Her expertise lies in go-to-market launches, brand development, and optimising commercial performance across digital acquisition and retention operations.

“We are delighted to welcome Rhiannon and Lauren to the executive leadership team,” said Kevin McGowen, Chief Executive of Bombay Group. “The combined and extensive international backgrounds of both individuals and proven track record make these executive appointments exceptionally well-suited to lead Bombay’s digital and marketing strategies as we continue to expand globally.”

These appointments underscore Bombay Group’s commitment to investing in world-class leadership and delivering innovative, memorable experiences to guests worldwide.

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SEOBROTHERS ambassador Jevgenijs Aleksejevs crowned IBF Europe Middleweight boxing champion

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Latvian boxer and SEOBROTHERS ambassador Jevgenijs “The Hurricane” Aleksejevs has captured the IBF Europe Middleweight title, defeating Poland’s Przemysław Zyśk in a commanding performance at the KOK 127 World Series event, held on Saturday night at the Xiaomi Arena in Riga.

The victory continues Aleksejevs’ unbeaten streak and marks his second major title. In September 2024, the 32-year-old claimed the IBO European Middleweight belt.

Eugene Ravdin, Head of PR at SEOBROTHERS, said: “Congratulations to Jevgenijs and all the team behind him. This title took an awful lot of effort from an awful lot of people. We’re proud of Jevgenijs. Winning the IBF Europe title confirms his place among Europe’s top middleweights.”

Aleksejevs dictated the pace from the opening bell, targeting the body and mixing in precise combinations. Zyśk, known for his resilience and inconvenient style, attempted to disrupt Aleksejevs’ rhythm through frequent clinches, but struggled to find momentum.

As the fight progressed, Aleksejevs showcased his technical versatility — alternating between body and head attacks, using sharp uppercuts, and controlling the distance.

The final rounds saw the Polish fighter pushing for a knockout, but Aleksejevs’ composure and defense ensured a decisive finish. The judges delivered a unanimous decision: 100-89, 99-90, and 98-91, all in favour of Aleksejevs.

Aleksejevs said: “To be honest, I got sick a day before the fight – I didn’t tell anyone, but I felt like I was run over by a truck. Still, to stand here now as European champion is incredible.”

“In the first round, I landed some good shots, but then I decided to slow down and not waste too much energy. My opponent is a tough, tricky boxer. Even though I wasn’t at my best physically, I stuck to the plan and it worked.”

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Relax Gaming takes slot appeal to the next level with the launch of Bonus Reels™

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Relax Gaming, the iGaming aggregator and supplier of unique content, has unveiled Bonus Reels™, a brand-new bet option that lets players significantly increase their chance of entering bonus game rounds.

Designed to add pace and excitement, Bonus Reels™ offers a simple, toggle-on experience that elevates slot appeal to the next level. Unlike a traditional feature buy, Bonus Reels™ gives players a vastly increased bonus-entry chance for 10x the base bet while keeping RTP and return efficiency the same.

When enabled, the reels are populated solely with bonus-triggering symbols or blanks, providing a streamlined path into Bonus rounds, and Super Bonus Rounds where applicable.

To activate Bonus Reels™ players switch a toggle to trigger a “super-charged” spin priced at 10x the base stake, offering a 1-in-10 chance to start a bonus game. It’s an optional, faster way to experience bonus content without bypassing the core game entirely.

Currently, five games are available to operators with Bonus Reels™, Bill & Coin 2 Mummy Mischief, Jumbo Juicy, Conquer Babylon, Aura God and Ancient Tumble.

Looking ahead, selected all-network Relax releases are set to include Bonus Reels™, with no additional setup required; Relax will “flip the switch,” with the bet option already pre-certified.

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